Marketing Manager - Newtownabbey

VANRATH; Antrim; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Newtownabbey is seeking a Marketing Manager to shape and deliver a dynamic marketing strategy. This role requires a degree in marketing and 3-5 years of experience in a similar role. Candidates should have strong IT skills, exceptional communication abilities, and be adept at managing multiple projects. The position offers a competitive salary of ~£35,000 - £40,000 along with a bonus and various benefits, including enhanced holidays and private medical care.

Benefits

Enhanced holidays

Private medical

Critical illness insurance

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a similar marketing role, ideally in an international service-based environment.
• Proven ability to manage online campaigns and platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company's marketing strategy in line with business objectives.
• Plan and deliver multi-channel marketing campaigns, closely aligned with sales activities.
• Create engaging content for websites, blogs, and social media.
• Manage and update the company website to ensure content is impactful.
• Monitor, analyse, and report on the effectiveness of marketing activity.

Skills

Strong IT and digital skills

Exceptional written and verbal communication

Highly organised

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Dynamic and resourceful

Education

Degree in Marketing or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Vanrath is excited to collaborate with a long-term client in Newtownabbey / Mallusk that is seeking to add a Marketing Manager to the team.

Monday - Friday role (8am - 4pm OR 9am-5pm, also happy to consider slightly reduced hours)

Working from home Friday.

Salary
~£35,000 - £40,000 (depending on experience) + up to 20% bonus.
..benefits included.

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Marketing Executive to play a key role in shaping and delivering a dynamic marketing strategy that supports business growth across Ireland, Mainland Europe, and the US.

This is a fast-paced role that will suit someone who thrives on variety, can juggle multiple projects at once, and is comfortable working in a service-focused, international environment. We're looking for a proactive, energetic individual who is skilled at building brand presence and profile on a global stage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company's marketing strategy in line with business objectives.
• Plan and deliver multi-channel marketing campaigns, closely aligned with sales activities.
• Create engaging content for a range of platforms including websites, blogs, email campaigns, brochures, press releases, and social media.
• Manage and update the company website to ensure content is fresh, relevant and impactful.
• Build and maintain a strong presence across social media and professional networks.
• Support new business generation through lead nurturing and targeted campaigns.
• Draft thought leadership content and coordinate opportunities for events and speaking engagements.
• Identify and evaluate sponsorships, partnerships, and collaboration opportunities.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform strategy and business development.
• Develop and maintain content libraries for bids, proposals, and tenders.
• Monitor, analyse, and report on the effectiveness of marketing activity.
• Organise and attend events such as recruitment fairs, exhibitions, and industry networking opportunities.
• Contribute to brand-building initiatives aimed at enhancing both client and candidate engagement.
• Support with recruitment marketing activities including creative job advertising and campaign management.
• Assist with marketing budget monitoring and reporting.
• Carry out additional marketing and administrative tasks as required.

The Person

• Degree in Marketing or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a similar marketing role, ideally in an international service-based environment.
• Strong IT and digital skills, with a proven ability to manage online campaigns and platforms.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• Dynamic, resourceful, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.

Desirable

• Experience in sectors such as Construction, Engineering, or Recruitment would be advantageous

Benefits

• Enhanced holidays
• Private medical
• Critical illness
• Life insurance

Recent Feedback from our candidates:

"The team at VANRATH were extremely helpful in helping me find my new role. They kept me up to date on my application and provided excellent advice throughout the interview process. Overall the process could not have gone smoother or any quicker and I would definitely recommend reaching out to them if you are on the lookout for a new role."

"I was contacted by VANRATH in regards to a job I had applied for. They were extremely helpful and gave me a number of positions to apply for. They had interviews set up in a number of hours and I secured a position within days. They kept we well informed throughout the process and has continued to touch base after I have started my new role. Couldn't recommend enough."

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