Marketing Manager

Konker; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Konker in Manchester is seeking a Marketing Manager to own marketing, business development, bids and content for a 14‑month maternity cover contract starting in November 2026. Hybrid working is available and you will work with senior stakeholders.

You will manage a Marketing Coordinator, drive day‑to‑day marketing across branding, proposals, CRM, website and social channels, and contribute to new business opportunities within the built environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading marketing in architecture, property, construction, or built environment.
• Proven ability to manage bids, tenders and proposals.
• Strong content and copywriting skills.
• Experience with CRM and multi-channel campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering marketing and business development activity
• Managing and mentoring the Marketing Coordinator
• Coordinating bids, tenders and proposals from start to finish
• Managing website, social media, email and wider content activity
• Producing brochures, presentations and marketing collateral
• Supporting PR, awards, events and industry activity
• Managing CRM activity and supporting client engagement
• Working closely with senior stakeholders on wider business development opportunities

Skills

Marketing management

B2B marketing

Content creation

Bid/tender experience

CRM

Job description

Marketing Manager | Up to £50k | Manchester | Maternity Cover

Are you an experienced Marketing Manager with a background in architecture, property, construction or the wider built environment?

Looking for a varied role where you can take ownership of marketing, business development, bids and content?

If so, this could be worth a look.

We're working with an established architectural practice in Manchester City Centre that is looking for a Marketing Manager to join the team on a 14-month maternity cover contract, starting in November 2026.

This is a broad role offering plenty of autonomy across the marketing function, working closely with senior stakeholders and managing an existing Marketing Coordinator. Hybrid working also available.

The Role:

You'll take ownership of day-to-day marketing and business development activity across the practice, helping to strengthen the brand, support new business opportunities and deliver engaging communications.

Responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering marketing and business development activity
• Managing and mentoring the Marketing Coordinator
• Coordinating bids, tenders and proposals from start to finish
• Managing website, social media, email and wider content activity
• Producing brochures, presentations and marketing collateral
• Supporting PR, awards, events and industry activity
• Managing CRM activity and supporting client engagement
• Working closely with senior stakeholders on wider business development opportunities

About You:

We're looking for an experienced marketing professional who can combine strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery.

You’ll ideally have:

• Previous experience in a Marketing Manager or senior marketing position
• Experience within architecture, property, construction, engineering or the wider built environment
• Strong B2B marketing and business development experience
• Experience with bids, tenders or proposals
• Strong content and copywriting skills
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders and managing multiple priorities

This is a great opportunity to take ownership of a varied marketing function within an established Manchester practice, with flexible and hybrid working alongside a wider benefits package.