Marketing Director

DNA Recruit; England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global events company is seeking a Marketing Director for a leading tech festival in the UK. The role involves developing and executing marketing strategies, leading a team, and overseeing digital campaigns. The ideal candidate has proven experience in B2B marketing and a passion for technology. This position offers hybrid working, competitive leave, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave

Private medical cover

Share schemes

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading marketing within large-scale B2B events or exhibitions.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic mindset with strong analytical and creative abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the marketing strategy for the flagship tech event.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of marketing professionals.
• Deliver innovative, customer-first digital marketing campaigns.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Digital marketing

Analytical skills

Creativity

Organizational skills

Job description

Marketing Director – Flagship Tech Event

We’re proud to be partnering with a global events business to find a Marketing Director for one of the UK’s most influential and fastest-growing technology festivals. This high-profile event brings together global leaders, innovators, investors, and policymakers to celebrate the power of technology to drive progress. It’s a key platform for the UK tech community and a hub for new ideas, partnerships, and growth.

As Marketing Director, you’ll define and deliver the strategy that drives audience engagement and commercial success for the event. You’ll lead a talented marketing team, develop high-impact campaigns, and collaborate across content, sales, and partnerships to strengthen the brand’s position globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the marketing strategy for the flagship tech event and wider founders portfolio
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of marketing professionals
• Own the data and analytics strategy, improving insight, performance, and integration across platforms
• Deliver innovative, customer‑first digital marketing campaigns that maximise reach and ROI
• Build and manage strategic partnership marketing plans
• Oversee creative development and ensure all collateral reflects brand values and quality standards
• Define and track KPIs to measure campaign success and inform future planning
• Manage budgets, resources, and project timelines effectively

About You

• Proven experience leading marketing within large‑scale B2B events or exhibitions
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Strategic mindset with strong analytical and creative abilities
• Deep understanding of digital marketing and audience growth strategies
• A passion for technology and innovation
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail

What’s on Offer

• Hybrid working (3+ days per week in London office)
• 25 days annual leave (rising with service) plus birthday leave
• Private medical cover and flexible personal benefits
• Share schemes and matched charity fundraising
• Volunteering days and strong commitment to inclusion and wellbeing
• Career development opportunities within a global network

If you’re a strategic, forward‑thinking marketing leader ready to drive growth for one of the UK’s most exciting tech events, we’d love to hear from you.

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