Marketing and Business Development Manager

Our client is seeking a Marketing and Business Development Manager based at their Ashford/Tenterden office. You will play a pivotal role in delivering the Marketing strategy and leading a high performance business development team to meet and exceed sales, with a focus on prospecting new customers.

This is a Monday to Friday, 9-5pm, role (35hrs pw) with an hour lunch break.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, engage, and motivate the Marketing and business development team setting clear goals and expectations, while supporting their ongoing professional development
• Responsible for delivering the marketing strategy which includes a full range of events, hospitality and social media
• Oversee and manage the agency sales pipeline, ensuring the pipeline is maximised, optimising conversion rates and enhancing customer experience end to end
• Lead the development of a SMART marketing strategy aligned with the agency's objectives, ensuring financial targets and business goals are met.
• Oversee the marketing plan, ensuring all initiatives are delivered on time, within budget, and with measurable impact.
• Develop and execute an innovative social media strategy across platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn, enhancing the agency's digital footprint and engagement.
• Manage and deliver key promotional events and campaigns, including cinema, radio, and other media partnerships, ensuring alignment with the overall brand strategy.

Essential Requirements:

• Marketing qualification and/or proven experience in a multi-disciplined marketing role, ideally within a regulated sector such as financial services.
• Demonstrated experience in leading teams, with strong people management and development skills.
• Strong experience using digital platforms and tools, including CRM systems, social media management systems (e.g. Orlo), and Microsoft Office.
• Experience in print advertising, event management and digital marketing strategy
• Full, clean UK driving licence and have their own vehicle

Benefits:

• Salary: 30,000 to 36,000 p/a (dependant on experience)
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday day off in addition to annual leave
• Option to buy/sell 5 days holiday per year
• Health Cash Plan
• Free parking at all our offices
• Team lunch provided once a month
• Team social events twice a year
• Monthly 1-2-1s to support you, with the option of a 5-year development plan

Full training provided (which may include additional travel and staying away from home to attend training courses)

Option / potential to complete professional qualifications

The role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and CCJ checks.

Apply now to take the next step in your career. CVs in Word please.

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