Marketing Manager - Maternity Cover

• 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract
• Location: Saffron Walden
• Annual Salary: -36,000

Reed are excited to be working with an amazing company on a unique opportunity to lead and execute marketing activities in a beautiful woodland setting. They are seeking a highly capable, organised and experienced Marketing Manager to oversee their marketing function, from strategic planning through to execution and reporting, focusing on driving ticket sales and enhancing brand visibility.

Day-to-day of the role:

1. Marketing Strategy & Planning

   • Develop and follow the 2026 plan in line with the ticket budget.
   • Own the overarching marketing strategy aligned with business objectives.
   • Maintain a structured marketing calendar, ensuring campaigns are delivered on time and to a high standard.

2. Campaign & Activity Management

   • Coordinate and execute all marketing activity across digital and offline channels.
   • Manage multiple campaigns simultaneously with strong attention to detail and deadlines.

3. Press & PR

   • Build and maintain relationships with key media and press contacts.
   • Draft press releases and coordinate PR outreach.

4. Paid Social Management

   • Plan, execute and optimise paid social campaigns in collaboration with external agencies.
   • Manage budgets effectively to maximise ROI.

5. Influencer Management

   • Identify and onboard influencers aligned with brand values.
   • Track performance and ROI of influencer collaborations.

6. Website Management

   • Oversee website content and collaborate with developers to improve user experience.
   • Manage landing pages for campaigns ensuring alignment with broader marketing activities.

7. Reporting & Analytics

   • Deliver clear, insightful and actionable marketing analysis.
   • Build and maintain dashboards and reporting frameworks.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a Marketing Manager role or similar.
• Hands-on experience with paid social platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Google Ads, YouTube, TikTok).
• Strong budget management skills.
• Experience using Mailchimp and familiarity with WordPress.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple campaigns simultaneously.
• Agile mindset with the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.
• Advanced ability to track, analyse and interpret marketing performance data.
• Experience managing or mentoring team members.
• Proactive, self-starter with a "get things done" attitude.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to work in a unique environment with a friendly and capable team.
• Chance to lead a comprehensive marketing strategy in a dynamic setting.

To apply for this Marketing Manager position, please submit your CV detailing how your experience could align with this role.