Marketing Executive

Chartered Trading Standards Institute; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional membership organization in the UK is seeking a proactive marketer to lead insight-driven campaigns on a fixed-term maternity cover contract. Responsibilities include planning and executing multichannel marketing strategies, developing persuasive content, and optimizing campaigns for commercial success. The role offers hybrid working arrangements and a range of benefits, including flexi-time and at least 25 days of holiday. Applications close on 26 January 2026.

Benefits

Flexi-time

Hybrid working policy

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Christmas shut-down

Increased pension contribution

Training and membership funding

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the full marketing mix, with a focus on ROI.
• Excellent copywriting abilities and creativity.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects.
• Data-driven with commercial awareness.
• Experience with digital marketing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute multichannel marketing campaigns.
• Develop persuasive content for marketing activities.
• Optimize campaigns using market insights.
• Engage audiences through digital channels.
• Manage multiple projects effectively.

Skills

Commercial performance focus

Strong copywriting

Organisational skills

Data-driven mindset

Experience with PPC and SEO

Job description

CTSI, boasting a rich legacy of safeguarding consumers for 144 years, stands as an ambitious professional membership organisation. Fuelled by the perspectives of our members and a resolute sense of purpose, we broaden our impact through the diverse range of services we provide to Trading Standards professionals and businesses across the UK.

About the role

We are seeking a proactive, results‑driven marketer with a sharp eye for commercial impact to join our team on a fixed‑term maternity cover contract until 31 December 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to lead insight‑led campaigns that deliver measurable growth and a strong return on investment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute multichannel marketing campaigns that support the growth of our products, services, and events.
• Select the most effective channels and craft persuasive content to ensure every activity is commercially effective.
• Use market insight and data to optimise campaigns for maximum impact.
• Develop creative approaches to audience engagement across digital marketing channels, including PPC, SEO, social media, and email marketing.
• Write compelling copy and manage multiple projects to time and budget.

Qualifications

• Proven experience across the full marketing mix, with a focus on commercial performance and ROI.
• Strong copywriting skills and a creative approach to audience engagement.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Data‑driven mindset and commercial awareness.
• Experience with digital marketing channels, including PPC, SEO, social media, and email marketing.

Working arrangements

CTSI has embraced remote and flexible working. IT and DSE equipment will be provided. The role is hybrid, with the Head Office in Basildon, Essex. All staff are expected to attend mandatory meetings and, if required, travel will be communicated in advance.

Benefits

• Flexi‑time, hybrid working, and working abroad policy
• Minimum 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Christmas shut‑down and paid volunteer days
• Increased pension contribution
• EDI and family‑friendly policies
• Training and membership funding

For further details about CTSI and this job, please visit https://www.tradingstandards.uk/about-us/job-vacancies-at-ctsi/. Details on how to apply are contained within the candidate information pack; applications will only be considered by emailing your CV and a cover letter. Closing date is Monday 26 January 2026 at 17:00.