Marketing Manager

DFL; Epsom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports and entertainment organization in Epsom is seeking a dynamic Marketing Manager to enhance engagement and revenue through innovative marketing strategies. You will develop plans for racecourses and events while leading a marketing team, utilizing data-driven insights to achieve ambitious goals. A proven track record in multi-channel marketing and team leadership is essential for this role. A range of benefits is offered, including event access and development resources.

Benefits

TeamPass Ticket scheme for events

Award-winning pension scheme

Healthcare cashback plan

25 days annual leave

Access to learning and development resources

Free eyecare vouchers

Ride to work cycle scheme

Discounts across varying retailers and services

Qualifications

• Proven track record of creating and executing successful marketing strategies.
• Experience in leading marketing teams and achieving revenue targets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the racecourse and fixture marketing plans.
• Lead ticketing and marketing budgets to optimize ROI.
• Deliver data-driven pricing strategies based on customer insights.
• Plan and enhance branding to improve customer experience.
• Monitor and adjust marketing campaigns to maximize results.
• Engage local audiences through targeted marketing initiatives.
• Motivate and support your team for high performance.

Skills

Multi-channel marketing strategies

Data-driven decision making

Customer experience enhancement

Budget management

Team leadership

Job description

About the role

We’re looking for a dynamic Marketing Manager to drive excitement at the iconic Epsom Downs racecourse and play a key role in boosting attendance and revenue through innovative marketing and on-course engagement

About The Jockey Club

The Jockey Club stages thrilling sporting occasions and live events nationwide including The Grand National, The Cheltenham Festival & The Derby. Owning & operating 15 courses, millions of people every year enjoy the special experiences we offer through racing, music, food and entertainment on racedays and beyond.

As the largest commercial group in British racing, we are guided by our mission to act for the long term good of the sport. Every penny we make goes back into racing to promote excellence within Britain’s second biggest spectator sport. Our people are what makes this possible

At The Jockey Club people are at the heart of what we do and drive our success. We are inclusive and actively seek to attract people with unique backgrounds and perspectives. Diverse, collaborative teams are pivotal to our success and support the potential and growth of all our people.

The Marketing Manager will

• Develop racecourse and fixture marketing plans to drive admissions, hospitality, and revenue.
• Lead ticketing and marketing budgets, setting realistic targets and optimising spend for maximum ROI.
• Deliver data-driven pricing strategies and use customer insights to shape campaigns.
• Plan and execute theming, entertainment, and on-course branding to enhance the customer experience.
• Optimise website content, social media, and creative assets to deliver measurable results.
• Monitor campaign performance, adjust plans dynamically, and maximise attendance and revenue.
• Develop and deliver local marketing initiatives to engage target audiences effectively.
• Motivate, coach, and support your team, fostering growth, collaboration, and high performance.

About you

• A marketing leader with a proven track record of creating and executing standout multi-channel strategies.
• Someone who can master the full marketing mix – from bold creative ideas to digital and media execution.
• A data-savvy thinker who turns insights into strategies that deliver real business results.
• Passionate about creating exceptional customer experiences that leave a lasting impression.
• A brand champion with experience in building and delivering consistent, compelling brand stories.
• Experienced in leading marketing teams in dynamic, high-performing organisations.
• Commercially minded, with a history of hitting ambitious revenue and growth targets.
• A collaborative leader who inspires teams and drives cross-functional success.

What we offer in return

• All colleagues can go along to any of our race day or music events free of charge – along with 3 friends or family with our TeamPass Ticket scheme.
• An award-winning pension scheme provider with a generous employer contribution
• A healthcare cash back plan enabling you to claim money back on health & wellbeing services.
• 25 days annual leave
• Access to a suite of Learning & Development training resources from renowned providers
• A whole host of other benefits including free eyecare vouchers, a ride to work cycle scheme & discounts across varying retailers & services.

If you think you have everything we’re looking for and more, then we’d love to hear from you. Don’t hang around, our closing date for this vacancy is 21st October but we reserve the right to bring this forward if we have many applications.

This role may be subject to a criminal record check, standard or enhanced DBS check or BHA Suitability Check. By applying you confirm that you are happy for these checks to be carried out.