Brand Manager

ALLEN Career Institute Pvt. Ltd.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking a Brand Manager to develop and execute brand strategies, enhance brand messaging, and drive student enrollment. Candidates should possess an MBA from a top B-school and have over five years of experience in marketing, preferably in the education sector. This role requires strong analytical and project management skills, as well as creativity in developing innovative marketing campaigns. The position is full-time and based in Bangalore.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in marketing, preferably in brand management.
• Proven experience in sectors like education, telecom, financial services, or quick-commerce.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop brand strategies for enhancing market position.
• Plan and execute marketing campaigns to drive enrollment.
• Ensure consistent brand messaging across all channels.
• Write compelling creative briefs for marketing initiatives.
• Oversee content creation for digital, print, and social media.
• Implement lead generation strategies to boost student enrollment.
• Measure and report on brand performance using KPIs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align objectives.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent project management

Creative thinking

Ability to manage deadlines

Innovative marketing ideas

Education

MBA from top B-school

Job description

Location: Bangalore

Reports To: Head of Marketing

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

a Brand Manager, you will play a key role in shaping and enhancing our brand identity, ensuring consistent and impactful messaging across all platforms. Your responsibilities will include developing and executing brand strategies, writing creative briefs, and overseeing marketing processes to drive brand growth and awareness.

Key Responsibilities

Brand Strategy Development & Execution

• Develop and implement comprehensive brand strategies to enhance brand identity and market position.
• Define the brand's mission, vision, and values to align with the institution's goals.
• Create and manage a brand calendar to plan and execute marketing campaigns and initiatives.

Campaign Management

• Plan, execute, and oversee marketing campaigns to promote the brand and drive enrollment.
• Monitor campaign performance and adjust strategies as needed to achieve desired outcomes.

Brand Messaging and Communication

• Develop and maintain consistent brand messaging across all marketing channels and materials.
• Ensure that all communication reflects the brand's values and resonates with the target audience.

Creative Brief Writing

• Write clear, concise, and compelling creative briefs for marketing campaigns and initiatives.
• Collaborate with creative teams to ensure the briefs align with brand objectives and messaging.

Content Creation and Management

• Oversee the creation of content, including digital, print, and social media, to support brand initiatives.
• Ensure content aligns with brand standards and engages the target audience effectively.

Lead Generation and Enrollment

• Implement strategies to drive student enrollment and generate high-quality leads.
• Utilize digital marketing channels, CRM systems, and data analytics to track and optimize lead conversion.

Performance Measurement and Reporting

• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of brand initiatives.
• Prepare and present reports on brand performance, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with internal stakeholders, such as zones, business development, product, and customer service, to align initiatives with business objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external partners, such as agencies, vendors, and media outlets.

Required Skillsets

• Strong analytical skills to interpret market data and derive actionable insights.
• Excellent project management and process optimization skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and ensure quality in all deliverables.
• Ability to think creatively and develop innovative marketing ideas and campaigns.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• MBA from top B-school.
• Proven experience in brand management, preferably in the education sector, telecom, financial services or quick-commerce.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in marketing.