Marketing Manager

Leeds College of Building; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Marketing Manager to drive their marketing strategy and lead a diverse team. The ideal candidate will inspire creativity and closely collaborate with stakeholders to maintain a strong brand presence. This role offers competitive benefits and a supportive environment focused on development.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 18 additional days

Well-respected pension scheme

Free parking

Family-friendly policies

Training and development opportunities

Discounted public transport travel

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Marketing Manager with a strong track record of brand leadership and campaign development.
• Excellent creative and strategic thinking with the ability to inspire and drive teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Leadership experience nurturing and guiding specialist teams.
• Passion for the construction education sector.

Responsibilities

• Work across multiple disciplines to shape campaigns and tell our story.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to maintain a consistent, impactful and motivational brand.
• Lead a team of specialists in design, content, communications and digital.
• Create a culture where team members can thrive.
• Take the marketing strategy to the next level.

Skills

Brand leadership

Campaign development

Creative thinking

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Job description

Marketing Manager

Hours: 37 hours per week.

Leeds College of Building, the only further education construction college in the United Kingdom and a national construction technology centre, has led the industry on innovation, sustainability and the development of the next generation of leaders. We have recently transformed our brand and marketing strategy and are looking for an experienced Marketing Manager who can inspire creativity and champion our college values. In this role you will work across multiple disciplines to shape our campaigns, tell our story and ensure our brand remains consistent, impactful and motivational.

Responsibilities

• Work across multiple disciplines to shape campaigns and tell our story.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to maintain a consistent, impactful and motivational brand.
• Lead a team of specialists in design, content, communications and digital, driving collaboration, enthusiasm and direction.
• Create a culture where team members can thrive and develop.
• Take the marketing strategy to the next level and position LCB as the national provider of choice.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Marketing Manager with a strong track record of brand leadership and campaign development.
• Excellent creative and strategic thinking with the ability to inspire and drive teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Leadership experience nurturing and guiding specialist teams.
• Passion for the construction education sector and the values of Leeds College of Building.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave entitlement, plus 8 Bank Holidays and 10 college closure days.
• Well‑respected pension scheme (West Yorkshire Pension Fund) with above average employer contributions.
• Free parking at all college sites (first‑come, first‑served).
• Family‑friendly policies and opportunities for flexible working.
• Superb opportunities for training and development.
• Discounted travel on public transport and a Cycle‑to‑Work scheme.
• Discounts and offers at major High Street and online retailers.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme.

Application

Closing date: Thursday 20th November 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of applications are received. Please complete your application online. CVs will not be accepted.

Leeds College of Building is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults, to the Prevent programme, and to fostering an inclusive and diverse community. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds and actively seek applicants from ethnic minorities and the LGBTQIA+ community.

This role is based in the United Kingdom. Candidates must evidence the right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, either as a UK or Irish citizen, EU Settlement scheme holder or holder of an appropriate work visa. If you do not have the right to work, you should consider your eligibility for sponsorship before applying.

Leeds College of Building is a disability confident employer and provides a non‑discriminatory, disability inclusive work environment. We do not recognise submissions of unsolicited or speculative CV applications from recruitment agencies.