Marketing Executive

Greys Specialist Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct access to leadership

Cross-sector exposure

Clear progression path

Job summary

Greys Specialist Recruitment Ltd is seeking an ambitious Marketing Associate to lead brand presence and drive engagement from Salford Quays, Manchester. You will own content strategy, develop multi-channel campaigns, and partner with technical teams to surface client insights.

The role offers a clear path to Marketing Manager as the group expands, including oversight of budgets and future hiring. Expect hands-on delivery across digital, email, and traditional marketing channels in a fast-growing

Qualifications

• B2B marketing experience in professional services or consultancy.
• Proven ability to translate technical topics into engaging multi-channel content.
• Hands-on with LinkedIn lead generation, email marketing, and design tools like Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong understanding of ROI tracking and sales pipeline alignment.

Responsibilities

• Produce commercially focused content (articles, case studies, infographics, newsletters) for business owners and senior decision-makers.
• Translate complex topics into clear messaging while maintaining brand identity across channels.
• Partner with internal experts to uncover client success stories and industry insights.

Skills

B2B Marketing

Content writing

Digital marketing

ROI tracking

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

On behalf of our client, a dynamic professional services group in Salford Quays operating across R&D Tax Relief and Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) consultancy, we are seeking an ambitious, creative, and commercially driven Marketing Associate. As they expand in the UK and launch US growth initiatives, they need a marketer to take ownership of their brand presence and quickly step into leadership.

This is a strategic role focused on building credibility, driving engagement, and generating commercial opportunities rather than passive social media posting.

The Opportunity

Reporting to senior leadership, you will manage day-to-day marketing execution across all business units. This position is designed with clear career progression to fast-track you into a Marketing Manager role overseeing group-wide strategy, budgets, and future hiring as the company expands.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce commercially focused content (articles, case studies, infographics, newsletters) tailored to business owners, CFOs, and senior decision-makers.
• Translate complex technical topics into clear, compelling messaging while maintaining brand identity across all channels.
• Partner with internal technical experts to uncover client success stories and industry insights.

Digital Marketing & Social Media

• Own social media channels with a focus on LinkedIn for B2B engagement and lead generation.
• Build content calendars and deploy targeted email marketing campaigns and digital outreach initiatives.
• Support website content management, SEO optimization, and performance tracking across digital touchpoints.

Omnichannel Campaigns & Market Expansion

• Deliver integrated campaigns across digital, social, email, and traditional print literature.
• Support international expansion campaigns targeted at US-based businesses and cross-border partners.
• Align marketing activities with sales goals, reporting performance metrics directly to senior management.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Criteria

• B2B Marketing Experience: Proven background in professional services, corporate consultancy, or service-based B2B environments.
• Content & Copywriting: Strong skills translating technical concepts into engaging copy and multi-channel marketing collateral.
• Digital & Social Mastery: Hands‑on experience with LinkedIn lead generation, email marketing, and design tools like Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
• Commercial Drive: Solid understanding of ROI tracking, sales pipeline alignment, and a clear ambition to step into management.

Desirable Criteria

• Exposure to technical consultancy, engineering, construction, or R&D tax sectors.
• Familiarity with US market expansion, CRM platforms, marketing automation, Google Analytics, or LinkedIn Campaign Manager.

Strategic Career Progression

1. Initial Phase (Marketing Associate): Establish consistent branding, master core messaging, and manage end-to-end content delivery.
2. Development Phase (Strategic Ownership): Lead campaign strategy, market research, brand positioning, and US expansion efforts.
3. Leadership Phase (Marketing Manager): Step into full management of group strategy, marketing budgets, and team expansion.

Package & Details

FeatureDetailsPositionB2B Marketing AssociateClient LocationSalford Quays, ManchesterSalary 30,000 to 40,000 Base DOEOn-Target Earnings 40,000 to 50,000 OTE (Performance Bonus)Employment TypeFull-Time, Permanent (Mon to Fri, 9:00am to 5:00pm)Progression PathDirect route to Marketing Manager

Why Apply Through Us for This Role?

• Direct Access: Work closely with senior leadership without corporate red tape.
• Multi-Sector Exposure: Broaden your portfolio across two high-value consultancy sectors.
• Real Career Track: Fast-track your transition from execution to strategic marketing management.