Market Director

Chicago, IL

Market Director – Staffing and Workforce Solutions

Position Overview

The Market Director provides strategic leadership and operational oversight across multiple branch locations and business lines within a defined geographic market. This position is responsible for driving revenue growth, profitability, and client expansion within the staffing and workforce solutions sector.

The Market Director leads a team of branch and practice leaders, cultivating a culture of performance, collaboration, and accountability. This role requires a proven leader who can combine business strategy, client partnership, and operational excellence to deliver measurable results and market growth.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership and Execution

  • Lead overall market operations across multiple offices and specialty practice areas within the staffing and solutions portfolio.

  • Develop and execute strategic business plans to expand market share and achieve growth objectives.

  • Drive consistent revenue, margin, and operating income performance across all service lines.

  • Ensure operational consistency, best practice implementation, and adherence to company standards.

  • Make data-driven decisions that align short-term business performance with long-term strategic goals.

Talent and Organizational Development

  • Recruit, coach, and develop high-performing leaders across branches and divisions.

  • Foster a culture of engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement.

  • Build leadership depth through mentoring, training, and succession planning.

  • Champion diversity, inclusion, and professional growth initiatives.

Market and Financial Management

  • Oversee the financial health of the market, including forecasting, budgeting, and profitability management.

  • Analyze local and regional market trends to identify emerging opportunities and competitive threats.

  • Guide branch leaders in building and executing effective go-to-market strategies.

  • Ensure compliance with all operational, legal, and regulatory requirements.

Client and Business Development

  • Strengthen and expand relationships with key clients, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and retention.

  • Drive new business development across staffing, recruiting, and workforce solutions offerings.

  • Partner with practice and sales leaders to deliver tailored solutions that meet evolving client needs.

  • Represent the organization at industry events, networking functions, and professional associations to enhance visibility and credibility.

Leadership and Culture

  • Lead with integrity, transparency, and a commitment to organizational values.

  • Motivate teams through clear communication, accountability, and recognition.

  • Build collaboration across branches and service lines to drive cross-selling and market synergy.

  • Model ethical leadership and commitment to high-quality service delivery.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.

  • Minimum 5 years of management experience overseeing multiple teams or business units, ideally in staffing, recruiting, or workforce solutions.

  • Demonstrated success in driving revenue growth, business development, and operational excellence.

  • Strong financial and analytical skills with experience managing budgets and P&L.

  • Proven ability to lead through influence and build high-performing, results-driven teams.

  • Exceptional communication, relationship management, and leadership skills.

  • Experience in professional, technical, or industrial staffing environments strongly preferred.

Posted 2026-02-11

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