Business to Business Marketing Manager

University of Suffolk; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Ipswich is seeking a B2B Marketing Manager to enhance connections with the local business community. This role involves developing annual marketing strategies, leading innovative marketing programs, and fostering relationships with public and private organizations. Candidates should have strong experience in B2B marketing and excellent organizational skills. Flexible working policies and a supportive work environment are included.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working policies

Competitive pension scheme

Local discounts

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to Work scheme

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Experience in a B2B marketing environment is essential.
• Knowledge of current marketing management developments.
• Strong collaboration skills across various departments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an annual B2B marketing plan.
• Lead programs for inbound and outbound marketing.
• Support relationship development with organizations.

Skills

B2B marketing experience

Excellent planning and organizational skills

Solution-oriented problem solving

Ability to work across teams

Job description

Permanent, Full time, 37 hours per week (1.0 FTE)

Band 5 - £37,694 to £42,254 per annum

About The Post

The role has been developed to address the University’s need for specific B2B marketing activity to improve our links with the local business community.

The B2B Marketing Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing an annual plan of marketing activity for the Directorate of Careers, Commercial & Academic Partnerships (CCAP), agreed by the Head of Business Engagement and Pro-Vice Chancellor of Commercial and Academic Partnerships.

The B2B Marketing Manager will lead a programme of inbound and outbound marketing techniques to increase awareness of the University offer and create a pipeline of businesses supporting the University.

As part of the Business Engagement Team, the B2B Marketing Manager will proactively identify and support the development of relationships with private and public organisations in areas including, but not limited to, workforce skills development, innovation, CPD, internships, placements, consulting and similar.

About The Team

The Directorate of Careers, Commercial & Academic Partnerships (CCAP) is home to the University’s provision of careers, employability and enterprise support for our students, apprentices and graduates; our business development and engagement activities to support local businesses; our provision of Apprenticeships focused on employer-led education and our Centre for Academic and International Partnerships.

About You

You will have experience of working in a B2B marketing environment; a knowledge and appreciation of the latest developments in marketing management; excellent planning and organisational skills; a solution-orientated approach to problem solving and the ability to work well with others across various teams/departments and at varying levels of seniority.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days for Bands 5 and above, plus 8 bank holidays and any university closure days.
• Agile and flexible working, including family friendly policies.
• We offer a competitive pension scheme through USS.
• Staff discounts at a number of local amenities.
• Discounted membership at various Ipswich Fit sites: unlimited access to gyms, swimming lanes, fitness classes and discounted racket sports.
• We offer discounted rates for staff approved to study a UoS undergraduate or postgraduate course, subject to a set of criteria and conditions.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice.
• Wellbeing programmes.
• Staff recognition annual awards.
  
  

Closing Date: Wednesday 13 August 2025

Interview Date: To be confirmed

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Graeme Derby, Head of Business Engagement, at [e-mail].

Please see the Job Application Guidance to support your application.

We are a values driven organisation, committed to ensuring we remain a beacon for aspiration and achievement, while providing a great environment to work and study. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and we encourage applications from under-represented groups.

We believe sustainability is fundamental to our culture and our business as usual working practice, and are commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), whilst actively addressing resource usage and climate and biodiversity degradation. We are seeking passionate individuals who share this commitment, aligning with our strategic initiatives and procedures to drive positive change and contribute to a more sustainable future.