Digital Marketing Specialist

KNIGHTON INC LTD; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital marketing firm in the East Midlands seeks a Digital Marketing Specialist to deliver innovative solutions and lead projects. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience, specifically in the UK digital marketing landscape, with a strong proficiency in SEO, Google Ads, and marketing automation tools. The position offers a competitive salary range of GBP 35,000 to GBP 45,000 and requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. This is a full-time, permanent role with plenty of growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of proven digital marketing experience in a UK-based environment.
• 3 years of hands-on experience in UK e-commerce projects.
• Ability to demonstrate measurable ROI from digital campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Deliver complex solutions aligned with client and organizational objectives.
• Lead projects, initiatives, or campaigns requiring advanced expertise.
• Mentor junior team members while ensuring quality deliverables.

Skills

Digital marketing expertise

SEO/SEM

Google Ads

Meta Ads

LinkedIn Ads

Marketing automation platforms

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication and collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

HubSpot

Mailchimp

Google Analytics

SEMrush

Job description

Job Title: Digital Marketing Specialist

Location: Leicester

Job Summary

The role of Digital Marketing Specialist requires specialist-level expertise to deliver complex solutions in line with organisational and client objectives. This position is designed for experienced professionals with proven track records in UK/EU-based environments.

Mandatory Requirements

• Minimum 7+ years of proven digital marketing experience.
• Must have minimum 3 years of hands‑on experience in a UK-based e‑commerce projects.
• Demonstrable expertise in SEO/SEM, Google Ads, Meta Ads, and LinkedIn Ads.
• Experience with marketing automation platforms (HubSpot, Mailchimp) and analytics tools (Google Analytics, SEMrush).
• Ability to demonstrate measurable ROI from digital campaigns.
• Experience running GDPR‑compliant marketing campaigns.

Job Description (Main Duties and Responsibilities)

• Deliver complex solutions aligned with client and organisational objectives.
• Lead projects, initiatives, or campaigns requiring advanced technical/functional expertise.
• Apply industry best practices, compliance standards, and frameworks in daily work.
• Mentor junior team members and support knowledge‑sharing initiatives.
• Ensure quality, scalability, and compliance of all deliverables.

Key Skills, Qualifications and Experience Needed

• Minimum 7+ Years professional experience in relevant domains.
• Ability to manage complex projects in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with proven outcomes.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Experience working with UK/EU eCommerce clients, ensuring compliance and quality standards.

Other Key Skills

• Leadership and decision‑making ability.
• Strong adaptability and resilience in challenging environments.
• Focus on measurable results and outcomes.
• Ability to inspire and collaborate across teams.

Qualifications & Education

Applicants should hold a Bachelor's degree (UK or equivalent) in a relevant field. Postgraduate qualifications or professional certifications are an advantage.

Compensation

The role offers a competitive annual salary in the range of GBP 35000 to GBP 45000, depending on skills and prior experience.

Application Timeline

• Opening Date: 27 November 2025
• Closing Date: 26 December 2025

Selection Process

• CV and application screening – applications not meeting all mandatory requirements will be rejected.
• A practical technical/case‑based test aligned with real project scenarios.
• Technical and competency-based interviews.
• Final reference validation prior to offer.

Employment Type

This is a full-time, permanent position.