Nelnet

Lead, Integrated Marketing, Nelnet Campus Commerce

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Nelnet Business Services (NBS), a division of Nelnet, Inc., provides payment technology, education services, and learning management solutions to education and faith-based organizations, serving more than 1,300 higher education institutions, 11,500 K-12 schools, 3,500 churches, and millions of individual students, families, and supporters across the globe. Our culture of service enables us to form long-lasting and trusted partnerships, while our focus on creativity and innovative solutions empowers our customer communities to thrive.

As a Nelnet company, the perks at NBS go beyond our benefits package. You’re part of a community, invested in you as an individual and united by our mission to create opportunities for people where they live, learn and work.

The Lead, Integrated Marketing role drives pipeline growth by translating market intelligence and product developments into targeted, multi-channel campaigns. This role connects marketing strategy to sales outcomes across long, complex enterprise buying cycles. It partners closely with key internal stakeholders to ensure campaigns are aligned to buyer needs and executed at the right time. The position is accountable for campaign performance, pipeline contribution, and measurable revenue impact.

This position offers a hybrid work option. Nelnet values flexibility and understands the importance of work-life integration. Our hybrid work environment allows associates to work remotely for part of the week, while also fostering collaboration and team connection through in-office presence.

Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. To be considered, candidates must already be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Identify market trends, buyer needs, and product developments to uncover campaign opportunities.

  • Develop integrated campaign strategies aligned to pipeline goals, buyer stages, and institutional audiences.

  • Create and deliver clear campaign briefs to guide content development and execution partners.

  • Execute multi-channel campaigns across email, paid media, social, and events to drive engagement and pipeline growth.

  • Manage the campaign calendar to ensure alignment with sales priorities and timely activation of programs.

  • Partner with Sales to support pipeline progression, address deal friction points, and communicate campaign activity.

  • Design and implement account-based marketing (ABM) initiatives targeting key institutional accounts.

  • Oversee campaign workflows, automation, and lead processes in marketing automation platforms & CRMs in collaboration with internal stakeholders.

  • Analyze campaign performance, pipeline contribution, and ROI to inform optimizations and strategic adjustments.

  • Optimize channel mix, budget allocation, and campaign sequencing based on performance data and business priorities.

EDUCATION:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field

EXPERIENCE:

  • 5+ years of B2B marketing experience with a focus on integrated campaigns, demand generation, or ABM.

  • Experience managing marketing campaigns tied to pipeline or revenue outcomes.

  • Hands-on experience with marketing automation platforms (e.g., HubSpot).

  • Experience marketing to enterprise or institutional buyers with long sales cycles preferred.

  • Experience partnering closely with B2B sales teams on pipeline development and campaign execution preferred.

COMPETENCIES/SKILLS:

  • Strategic Thinking

  • Data Analysis & Insights

  • Influence & Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Marketing Automation & Campaign Execution

  • Communication (Written & Verbal)

Compensation range is $80,000-$90,000 annually, depending on experience.

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Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA, generous earned time off, 401K/student loan repayment, life insurance & AD&D insurance, employee assistance program, employee stock purchase program, tuition reimbursement, performance-based incentive pay, short- and long-term disability, and a robust wellness program. Click here to learn more about our benefits: LINK.

Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone.


Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at 402-486-5725 or corporaterecruiting@nelnet.net.


Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.


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