Head of Marketing & Communications

ST HELENS COLLEGE; St Helens; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in the UK is looking for a Head of Marketing & Communications. The successful candidate will lead the marketing strategy with creativity and strategic thinking to enhance engagement with students and stakeholders. Responsibilities include developing data-led campaigns and leading a talented team across various marketing disciplines. This role offers a positive working environment, generous holiday entitlement, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Positive and enjoyable working environment

Generous holiday entitlement plus Bank Holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Discounted Starbucks and catering outlets

Employee Assistance Programme

Well-being events

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in leading marketing and communications teams.
• Proven track record of developing impactful campaigns.
• Strong influencing skills and capability to engage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team in delivering strategic marketing campaigns.
• Champion the college's brand across various media.
• Engage with prospective students and stakeholders effectively.

Skills

Creativity

Strategic thinking

Excellent communication

Team leadership

Data-led marketing

Job description

We are seeking an inspiring and collaborative Head of Marketing & Communications to lead the way we tell our story, strengthen our reputation, and promote our successes. You will bring creativity, innovation and impact to the role, shaping how we engage with prospective students, stakeholders, staff, and the communities we serve across the wider Liverpool City Region. As Head of Marketing & Communications, you will be an exceptional communicator and influencer, able to translate ambitions and strategies into impactful campaigns. You will champion our brands, ensuring our vision and values are reflected in the way we connect with our target audiences. You will develop and deliver strategic, data-led marketing and communication campaigns that drive student recruitment and engagement. You will lead and inspire a talented team across marketing, digital, graphic design, events and school liaison activities to bring our brand to life across all channels and touchpoints. This is a fantastic opportunity for a strategic, creative, and collaborative leader ready to make a significant and lasting impact.

• Positive and enjoyable working environment
• Working 36 hours per week
• Generous holiday entitlement plus Bank Holidays (pro-rated)
• Contributory pension scheme with an excellent employer contribution
• Death in Service benefits
• Free on-site parking
• Discounted Starbucks and all other catering outlets on sites
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discount Scheme
• Well-being events and access to a well-being portal
• CPD
• Opportunities for career development within the team and wider college