Marketing Manager *£45k *23 days A/L

Office Angels; Ashford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Marketing Manager in Ashford. The successful candidate will shape brand voice and engage clients through innovative marketing strategies. Responsibilities include PR, website management, content creation, and social media engagement. Strong communication and content creation skills are essential for this role, along with proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and analytics tools. The position offers a salary of £40,000 - £45,000 and attractive benefits.

Benefits

23 days of annual leave

8% pension contribution after probation

Private health insurance option

Annual bonus based on performance

Private parking

Participation in 2–3 social events

Attractive work environment

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in PR, communications, or digital marketing.
• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the company's PR strategy.
• Oversee ongoing updates of the company website.
• Develop and schedule engaging content for social media.
• Write and design digital content including blogs and newsletters.
• Assist with promotional campaigns and exhibitions.

Skills

PR experience

Content creation skills

Creative thinking

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite

Familiarity with Mailchimp

Familiarity with Google Analytics

Job description

Overview

Are you a dynamic, creative professional, passionate about digital marketing and public relations? We are recruiting for a Marketing Manager to shape the voice of the organisation, boost brand awareness, and engage with our clients’ target audience through compelling content and innovative communication strategies.

The company

This family run, award-winning business has a team of almost 30 with 8 external sales people. In this newly created role, you’ll be the sole Marketeer with your own office, supported by a team that is innovative, collaborative and willing to invest to drive the business forward.

Job title

Marketing Manager

Salary

£40,000 - £45,000 DOE

Location

Ashford, Kent. Office based.

Hours

Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm with 30 minutes for lunch

Benefits

• Enjoy 23 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• After a successful 6-month probation, they contribute 8% of your annual salary towards the company pension
• Option to join private health insurance after probation with a small personal contribution
• Annual bonus (if the company performs well)
• Private parking and the opportunity to participate in 2–3 social events each year

Your duties as the Marketing Manager

The role includes responsibilities across several areas:

Public Relations

• Develop and implement the company's PR strategy
• Write press releases, case studies, and news articles
• Build relationships with media, trade publications, and industry influencers

Website Management

• Oversee ongoing updates and improvements to the company website
• Ensure content is current, accurate, and aligned with the brand voice
• Track and report on web performance analytics

Social Media

• Develop and schedule engaging content across all social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, etc.)
• Monitor engagement, respond to messages/comments, and grow followers organically
• Track analytics to evaluate performance and inform future campaigns
• Stay up to date with social trends and apply creatively to our industry

Content Creation

• Write and design digital content including blogs, newsletters, and email campaigns
• Support photography and video content creation, including editing and formatting for platforms
• Ensure all digital content is visually aligned with brand guidelines

Marketing Support

• Assist with promotional campaigns, exhibitions, and branded materials
• Work with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging across all channels

Candidate profile

You’ll be the perfect candidate for the role if you have the following:

• Proven experience in PR, communications, or digital marketing
• Strong writing, editing, and content creation skills
• Creative thinker with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, Mailchimp, or Google Analytics

Next steps

If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact in digital marketing and PR, please apply today.

Alternatively, if you know someone who may be suitable for this role, please share the details. If you successfully refer a friend, you will receive a £100 voucher of your choice (Terms apply).

Please note: if your skills match the requirements, you will receive an email. Check junk mail. If you do, call us on 01233 611780 within 24 hours to discuss the position with Emma (Candidate Manager) or Nicola (Permanent Consultant).

We look forward to your application.

Equal opportunities

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