Chief Marketing Officer
BOK Financial, Tulsa, OK, United States
Req ID: 77847
Location: Tulsa - TUL
Areas of Interest: Marketing
Application Deadline: 05/06/2026
Summary At BOK Financial, you’ll be part of a trusted financial services organization that provides banking, investment, and wealth management solutions across multiple markets. We’re known for our steady growth, strong risk management, and commitment to long‑term success—for our clients, communities, and employees alike. This approach supports forward‑looking leadership that strengthens our brand, deepens client relationships, and meets evolving needs.
Job Description The Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) for BOK Financial will be responsible for driving innovative, results‑oriented marketing strategies that strengthen our brand, accelerate revenue growth, and position us as a leader in the financial services sector. The CMO will lead all aspects of marketing, spanning brand management, creative direction, digital transformation, and integrated marketing campaigns, with a sharp focus on expanding our retail customer base across lines of business and markets. Additionally, the CMO will lead the development and execution of strategic communication initiatives to protect and enhance the company’s brand, reputation, and stakeholder engagement.
How You’ll Spend Your Time
You will set and execute a forward‑looking marketing strategy aligned to corporate goals, with a strong focus on B2C growth.
You will lead the modernization of marketing technology and data capabilities to measure outcomes and strengthen omni‑channel digital engagement.
You will apply advanced analytics, consumer insights, and testing to drive segmentation, personalized outreach, and customer acquisition and retention.
You will guide the evolution and stewardship of the brand to support enterprise objectives and maintain trust with all stakeholders.
You will foster creativity and innovation across digital, print, experiential, and emerging channels to deliver differentiated, brand‑aligned messaging.
You will oversee strategic communications, including internal and external messaging, executive thought leadership, crisis response, and media relations.
You will build, mentor, and inspire a high‑performing marketing team grounded in collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
You will manage central marketing budgets while ensuring all activities comply with financial industry regulations and organizational policies.
Education & Experience Requirements This level of knowledge is normally acquired through completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Marketing, or Business and 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in marketing and communications with at least 5 years at the senior level in financial services of similarly complex industries or equivalent combination of education and experience. MBA or advanced degree preferred.
Proven success in senior communications and marketing roles within large, complex organizations with multiple lines of business and geographic dispersion.
Demonstrated expertise across diverse channels and disciplines, including digital, direct marketing, creative, online, event, and media.
Deep knowledge and experience in corporate brand strategy and marketing principles, production and design techniques, and accounting principles for budget management.
Extensive experience in competitive analysis and strategic application of market data and learnings to support the development of impactful marketing plans.
Strong business, communication, and marketing acumen, with exceptional ability to influence, negotiate, and apply emotional intelligence with key stakeholders.
Expertise in brand development, digital marketing, customer segmentation, performance analytics, and brand stewardship, with success in media relations, executive communications, and crisis management.
Exceptional team leadership, stakeholder management, and project execution skills, proven ability to lead and manage initiatives in fast‑paced, client‑focused, entrepreneurial environments.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation abilities, and proficiency in PC applications including spreadsheets and word processing.
Experience managing substantial marketing budgets and large multifunctional teams, with deep understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements.
Ability to thrive in performance‑driven cultures, think strategically while executing tactically, and consistently develop and implement communication strategies that drive business results.
EEO Statement The companies in BOK Financial Corporation Group are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other aspects of employment for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, genetic information or veteran status.
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Location: Tulsa - TUL
Areas of Interest: Marketing
Application Deadline: 05/06/2026
Summary At BOK Financial, you’ll be part of a trusted financial services organization that provides banking, investment, and wealth management solutions across multiple markets. We’re known for our steady growth, strong risk management, and commitment to long‑term success—for our clients, communities, and employees alike. This approach supports forward‑looking leadership that strengthens our brand, deepens client relationships, and meets evolving needs.
Job Description The Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) for BOK Financial will be responsible for driving innovative, results‑oriented marketing strategies that strengthen our brand, accelerate revenue growth, and position us as a leader in the financial services sector. The CMO will lead all aspects of marketing, spanning brand management, creative direction, digital transformation, and integrated marketing campaigns, with a sharp focus on expanding our retail customer base across lines of business and markets. Additionally, the CMO will lead the development and execution of strategic communication initiatives to protect and enhance the company’s brand, reputation, and stakeholder engagement.
How You’ll Spend Your Time
You will set and execute a forward‑looking marketing strategy aligned to corporate goals, with a strong focus on B2C growth.
You will lead the modernization of marketing technology and data capabilities to measure outcomes and strengthen omni‑channel digital engagement.
You will apply advanced analytics, consumer insights, and testing to drive segmentation, personalized outreach, and customer acquisition and retention.
You will guide the evolution and stewardship of the brand to support enterprise objectives and maintain trust with all stakeholders.
You will foster creativity and innovation across digital, print, experiential, and emerging channels to deliver differentiated, brand‑aligned messaging.
You will oversee strategic communications, including internal and external messaging, executive thought leadership, crisis response, and media relations.
You will build, mentor, and inspire a high‑performing marketing team grounded in collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
You will manage central marketing budgets while ensuring all activities comply with financial industry regulations and organizational policies.
Education & Experience Requirements This level of knowledge is normally acquired through completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Marketing, or Business and 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in marketing and communications with at least 5 years at the senior level in financial services of similarly complex industries or equivalent combination of education and experience. MBA or advanced degree preferred.
Proven success in senior communications and marketing roles within large, complex organizations with multiple lines of business and geographic dispersion.
Demonstrated expertise across diverse channels and disciplines, including digital, direct marketing, creative, online, event, and media.
Deep knowledge and experience in corporate brand strategy and marketing principles, production and design techniques, and accounting principles for budget management.
Extensive experience in competitive analysis and strategic application of market data and learnings to support the development of impactful marketing plans.
Strong business, communication, and marketing acumen, with exceptional ability to influence, negotiate, and apply emotional intelligence with key stakeholders.
Expertise in brand development, digital marketing, customer segmentation, performance analytics, and brand stewardship, with success in media relations, executive communications, and crisis management.
Exceptional team leadership, stakeholder management, and project execution skills, proven ability to lead and manage initiatives in fast‑paced, client‑focused, entrepreneurial environments.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation abilities, and proficiency in PC applications including spreadsheets and word processing.
Experience managing substantial marketing budgets and large multifunctional teams, with deep understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements.
Ability to thrive in performance‑driven cultures, think strategically while executing tactically, and consistently develop and implement communication strategies that drive business results.
EEO Statement The companies in BOK Financial Corporation Group are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other aspects of employment for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, genetic information or veteran status.
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