Head of Marketing - Growing Grab & Go

COREcruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing Grab & Go brand in London seeks a Head of Marketing to lead creative initiatives and brand engagement. This hands-on role requires 5+ years in marketing, focusing on campaign strategy and execution. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic, non-corporate environment and enjoys working closely with founders to shape the brand's vision. Competitive salary up to £150K for the right candidate.

Benefits

Referral bonus up to £500

Flexible work from home policy

Opportunities for creative impact

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in brand or marketing roles, ideally in QSR or fast-growing hospitality.
• Proven track record of executing creative campaigns that resonate with customers.
• Ability to manage designers and creatives effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute all marketing activities, from strategy to implementation.
• Own the in-store and local marketing plan.
• Develop and launch creative campaigns to drive footfall and loyalty.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring ideas to life.
• Analyze performance and refine campaigns for maximum impact.

Skills

Creative campaign execution

Brand management

Community engagement

Cross-functional teamwork

Data-driven performance analysis

Job description

Head of Marketing | Fast Growing Grab & Go | London | £60,000
Creative Campaigns – Founder Led Growth – In Store Experience

We are partnering with one of London’s most exciting Grab & Go brands to find a Head of Marketing who is ready to roll up their sleeves and help take the business to the next level.This is a hands on role for a creative, self-starting marketer who thrives in high-growth, founder led environments, someone who is as excited about making things happen as they are about the big picture.

The opportunity:
The brand has big plans and a solid foundation but now needs a marketing leader who can bring real creative firepower to the table.You will take full ownership of brand, in store campaigns, and customer engagement, working side by side with the founder to shape and execute the marketing vision.

Key details:

• Full-time, in person: 5 days a week in store or at HQ (flexible to 1 day WFH every 2 weeks)
• £60,000 – £65,000 base salary (open to up to £150K budget for a 4-day/week more senior candidate)
• Fast paced, non corporate environment
• Huge runway for brand building, creativity, and impact

What you will be doing:

• Lead and execute all marketing activity, from campaign strategy to on the ground implementation
• Own the in store and local marketing plan: from signage and visual identity to activations and promotional rollouts
• Develop and launch creative campaigns that drive footfall, customer loyalty, and community engagement
• Work closely with founders and cross-functional teams (ops, design, product) to bring ideas to life quickly
• Analyse performance and tweak campaigns for maximum impact, data driven, but brand-forward
• Be the go to brand guardian, ensuring consistency across every touchpoint, every time

What we are looking for:

• 5+ years’ experience in brand or marketing roles, ideally within QSR, startup, or fast-growing hospitality brands
• Proven track record in executing creative campaigns that connect with customers and drive results
• Not afraid to get stuck in, this isn’t a "strategy-only" role
• Comfortable in a non-corporate, agile environment, used to working closely with founders and decision-makers
• Visual and brand instinct – able to brief and manage designers, photographers, and creatives effectively
• Bonus: experience in community building, events, or local marketing activations

This role is ideal for a rising marketing star ready to take the reins and shape the future of a standout QSR brand.Whether you’re stepping up from a Brand Manager position or already operating at Head of level but want a more creative, hands-on role, we want to hear from you.

Referral Bonus:
Know someone perfect for this role? Refer them and earn up to £500 if they’re successfully placed and pass probation!