Senior Marketing Manager, Bloomsbury Children's 13 month FTC

Bloomsbury Publishing; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's publishing company is seeking a Senior Marketing Manager to oversee marketing strategies for children’s books. The role involves creating and managing campaigns, collaborating with various teams, and building relationships with authors and partners. The position offers a hybrid working model, requiring 2 days in the London office. Ideal candidates will have a passion for children’s literature and experience in marketing. Competitive salary offered, alongside generous holiday allowances.

Benefits

25 days of holidays plus 3.5 days company holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in marketing children's brands, preferably to family audiences.
• Demonstrated passion for children's books.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage campaigns to drive sales of children's books.
• Develop relationships with authors and publishing partners.
• Line-manage the Children’s Marketing Assistant.

Skills

Marketing children's brands to family audiences

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Knowledge of marketing best practices

Job description

Senior Marketing Manager – Bloomsbury Children’s

Bloomsbury Children’s is looking for a creative and ambitious Senior Marketing Manager to join our team for a 13‑month fixed‑term contract.

Contract starts mid‑late March (depending on availability). Salary: £42,000 p.a. depending on experience.

Location & Working Pattern

• London office – 50 Bedford Square, London WC1B 3DP
• Hybrid working: 2 days office (Mon & Tue), 3 days home (or fully office based if preferred)
• Holidays: 25 days + 3.5 days Christmas company holiday

Responsibilities

• Create, implement, manage and analyse campaigns that use the full marketing mix to drive sales of our children’s books.
• Act as a key voice and driver in the strategy for allocated brand and author properties.
• Contribute to conversations and drive thinking around wider publishing strategy, list shape and acquisitions.
• Proactively pursue marketing opportunities with brand partners, media partners and key stakeholders to increase brand visibility.
• Support a culture of collaboration working closely with our publicity, sales and editorial teams.
• Build, develop and maintain excellent working relationships with authors, agents and publishing partners.
• Understand the importance of social media and digital activity as part of campaigns, working with internal digital teams to drive children’s priorities and create holistic campaign strategies across online/social and print.
• Manage individual title marketing budgets and work with the Marketing Director to strategically set budgets for titles and adjust reactively as opportunities arise.
• Line‑manage the Children’s Marketing Assistant.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Experience and knowledge of marketing children’s brands to family audiences and a demonstrable passion for children’s books.
• Line‑management experience is key but not essential.
• Experience of working with internal and external stakeholders such as authors, editors, freelancers, designers/animators and media agencies.
• Full knowledge and understanding of the marketing mix, including digital and traditional advertising, catalogues, promotional activity and research.
• Experience of working successfully with third parties on innovative marketing partnerships and initiatives.
• Ability to multi‑task and work on several different projects simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal presentation and organisational skills, in addition to creative flair.
• Strong knowledge of current marketing best practices, trends and opportunities across on/off‑line platforms.

Application Process

Please apply with a CV and covering letter (Word or PDF only) via the APPLY NOW button, detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above. Application deadline: 23:59 on Monday, 5th January 2026.

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Equity & Employment Information

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process – please flag to the recruitment team if required.

Bloomsbury is a place where anyone of any background (race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability or socio‑economic status) can thrive, feel comfortable, be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.