Marketing Manager – 6648

First Base Employment; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A marketing agency in Gloucester is seeking a Marketing Manager to lead event marketing initiatives. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in managing marketing projects, exceptional communication skills, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite. This role offers a permanent contract with a salary of £40,000 per annum and includes occasional travel to other UK sites.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing marketing projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing agencies and suppliers.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a small team.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver marketing strategies for events.
• Manage influencer collaborations and social media initiatives.
• Oversee photography, videography, and creative output.
• Manage marketing budgets and evaluate performance metrics.
• Track performance metrics, assess ROI, and provide insights.

Skills

Managing marketing projects

Organisational skills

Project management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Adobe Creative Suite

Team leadership

Driving license

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Marketing Manager –6648

Location: Gloucestershire, with occasional travel to other UK sites
Contract: Permanent, Monday to Friday (with occasional weekends), 9 to 5
Salary: £40,000 per annum

Job Description

This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative and commercially minded Marketing Manager to lead the delivery of event marketing across a varied portfolio. You’ll work at the centre of marketing and partnerships activity, ensuring all creative, promotional, and experiential work is delivered to an exceptional standard.

You’ll be a confident communicator and proactive problem solver who thrives in fast-paced environments, bringing together teams, agencies, and clients to deliver engaging, ROI-driven campaigns.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver marketing strategies for events and venues that drive engagement and revenue growth.
• Support partner campaigns, ensuring all contractual and creative requirements are met.
• Manage influencer collaborations and social media initiatives to strengthen visibility and engagement.
• Deliver fully integrated campaigns across digital, print, radio, and on-site channels.
• Plan and manage activations across a busy calendar of events, overseeing everything from initial concept to post-event review.
• Manage and develop a team of three, supporting their professional growth and ensuring smooth coordination across projects.
• Liaise with agencies and suppliers to deliver high-quality campaigns and content.
• Oversee photography, videography, and creative output to ensure brand consistency and measurable impact.
• Coordinate the design and production of marketing materials including signage, menus, and displays.
• Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Simplify and refine internal processes to improve creative consistency and efficiency.
• Manage marketing budgets, ensuring value for money and accurate reporting.
• Track performance metrics, assess ROI, and provide actionable post-event insights.
• Collaborate with data and insights teams to inform campaign development and audience engagement strategies.
• Support and develop junior team members, encouraging a collaborative and innovative working culture.

Key Skills and Experience

• Proven experience managing marketing projects within a fast-paced environment (events, hospitality, retail, or similar).
• Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence presenting to stakeholders.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign) and Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint.
• Experience managing agencies, suppliers, and production partners.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a small team.
• Flexible, proactive, and able to work occasional evenings or weekends when required.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please email your CV to [e-mail] or call 01453 755330 for a confidential discussion.

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