Local Marcom and Media Manager

Manpower UK; Chalvey; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

AkzoNobel, via Manpower UK, seeks a Local Marcom and Media Manager in Slough on a fixed-term contract to lead regional communications and media strategy across EMEA. The role requires strategic media leadership, delivering integrated campaigns, and strong stakeholder management.

You will apply innovative tools including AI-driven content creation and precision targeting, with hybrid work (2 days home, 3 days in office) and a focus on building brand presence in a fast-paced international

Qualifications

• Proven experience in brand communications, digital content creation or marketing production.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing, media strategy, and campaign performance measurement.
• Experience managing agency relationships and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Passion for innovation, emerging marketing technologies, and AI-enabled solutions.
• Strong communication, project management, and organisational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, international environment.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Media Leadership: Execute the strategic direction for media investment and performance in the region.
• Marketing Communications Excellence: Deliver integrated campaigns across multiple channels.
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Management: Partner with EMEA Marcom, Brand, Digital and Insight teams and external agencies.

Skills

Brand communications

Digital content creation

Media strategy

Campaign performance measurement

Agency relationships

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Innovation & AI in marketing

Communication

Project management

Organisational skills

International environment adaptability

Tools

AI-enabled tools

Job description

This temporary Local Marcom and Media Manager role in Slough, offered by Manpower UK on behalf of AkzoNobel, pays £55,000 to £65,000 annually. The successful candidate will lead regional communications and media strategy across EMEA, ensuring campaigns reach target audiences effectively. Responsibilities include executing marketing plans, building brand presence, and applying innovative tools such as AI-driven content creation and precision targeting. Applicants should possess strong strategic planning, campaign delivery, and stakeholder management abilities. This position suits an experienced marketing professional seeking a fixed-term contract with a major organisation. Working arrangements follow standard office hours, based at the Slough site.

At AkzoNobel , they are guided by their purpose of Painting a colourful future together. They are passionate about creating trusted brands, delivering sustainable growth, and shaping the future of marketing across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

Manpower are seeking a talented and strategic Local Marcom andamp; Media Manager to help drive their marketing agenda across the EMEA region. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in building stronger brands, delivering impactful campaigns, and leveraging innovative technologies including AI-driven content creation and precision marketing.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Media Leadership Execute the strategic direction for media investment and performance in the region. Implement and support media planning to ensure alignment with brand strategies and business priorities, including retail media.
• Marketing Communications Excellence Deliver integrated communication campaigns across multiple channels. Ensure marketing communications are aligned with brand, category, and commercial objectives.
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Management Partner closely with EMEA Marcom andamp; Activation teams, Brand teams, Digital andamp; Insight functions, and external agencies. Build strong relationships with local market stakeholders to ensure successful execution of marketing initiatives.

What We''re Looking For

• Proven experience in brand communications, digital content creation or marketing production.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing, media strategy, and campaign performance measurement.
• Experience managing agency relationships and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Passion for innovation, emerging marketing technologies, and AI-enabled solutions.
• Strong communication, project management, and organisational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, international environment.

Why Join AkzoNobel£

• Be part of a global organisation with some of the world''s most recognised paint and coatings brands.
• Influence the future of marketing within a leading international business.
• Work with talented teams across the EMEA region.
• Drive innovation, digital transformation, and sustainable growth.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Hybrid working 2 days a week from home and 3 office days Salary from £60+ Temporary until Feb 2027 If you are a strategic marketer with a passion for media, communicati