Partner Marketing Executive - Managed Services

Smartdesc; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the tech sector is looking for a proactive Partner Marketing Executive to join their dynamic team in Hemel Hempstead. The role involves executing innovative marketing strategies and working closely with sales and development teams to drive growth. Candidates should have proven experience in executing successful campaigns and strong project management skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Partner Marketing, ideally in the tech sector.
• Experience in executing successful multi-touch campaigns.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Executing marketing strategy for the Managed Services division.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to align marketing efforts.
• Developing integrated campaigns across multiple channels.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Digital Marketing

Lead Generation

Collaboration

Tools

CRM Platforms

Marketing Automation

Job description

Partner Marketing Executive - Managed Services

Based: Hemel Hempstead, with hybrid working

Type: Full-time

Salary: In the region of £35k, depending on experience

Eligibility: You must be eligible to work in the UK

We're looking for a proactive and forward-thinking Partner Marketing Executive - Managed Services to join our growing marketing team.

In this role, you'll be at the heart of our Managed Services marketing—building and executing impactful marketing initiatives across Education, Public Sector, Commercial, and Not-for-Profit sectors to drive go-to-market success.

You will collaborate closely with our Sales, Go-To-Market, Business Development, and Digital Marketing teams to develop multi-touch marketing programs that generate leads and support revenue growth.

Additionally, you'll build strong relationships with global tech giants such as Microsoft, Adobe, Apple, and Sophos to develop joint campaigns, hold joint events, and position us as experts and thought leaders in the Managed Services space.

If you want the opportunity to grow your skills and be involved in the entire marketing lifecycle—from execution to analysis—in a vibrant, innovative, and fun team, then this is the role for you.

What you'll be doing:

1. Executing the marketing strategy for our Managed Services division, translating business goals into effective marketing plans.
2. Collaborating cross-functionally with Sales, Go-To-Market, and Business Development teams to align marketing efforts with revenue objectives.
3. Developing and executing integrated campaigns across online and offline channels, including content creation, social media, landing pages, webinars, and events to generate leads.
4. Enhancing digital presence—optimizing SEO for the Managed Services website and vendor landing pages, and managing paid campaigns like Google Ads.
5. Managing the development and promotion of digital and video case studies in collaboration with teams and customers.
6. Briefing the digital marketing team on campaign assets and event materials to ensure timely delivery.
7. Managing budgets, agency relationships, and leveraging partner portals to deliver impactful campaigns on schedule.
8. Managing MDF (Market Development Funds) with technology partners.
9. Tracking, measuring, and reporting on campaign performance to optimize results.
10. Working closely with the central digital marketing team.

What we're looking for:

1. Proven experience in Partner Marketing, ideally within the tech or IT sector.
2. Experience in executing successful multi-touch campaigns that generate leads and ROI.
3. Knowledge of online and offline marketing tactics.
4. Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple campaigns.
5. Experience with MDF planning, tracking, and ROI analysis.
6. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams and partners.
7. A results-oriented mindset with an understanding of marketing metrics and KPIs.
8. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
9. Knowledge of marketing automation and CRM platforms.

Why Academia?

Smardesc is part of the Academia Group, a rapidly expanding technology company committed to transforming IT services for large public and private sector clients. We are a trusted partner, not just a supplier.

Our ethos is to provide great technology and make it work, empowering our customers to optimize their investments. With over 20 years of experience, we have a strong reputation, sustained double-digit growth, and industry awards including CRN Reseller of the Year.

Supported by Strive Capital since 2020, Academia continues to grow into new areas. Our dedicated lifecycle division focuses on sustainable IT solutions, reducing environmental impact while supporting the full lifecycle of technology.

Our culture emphasizes teamwork, innovation, integrity, ambition, and excellent customer service. With ambitious growth plans and a collaborative environment, Academia is an exciting place for professionals eager to make an impact. Join us and be part of one of the UK's most successful tech stories.

For more information, visit our website.