Manager Marketing - 6662

Cambridge University Press & Assessment; New Delhi; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge University Press & Assessment in New Delhi, India, is seeking a strategic Marketing Manager to lead the launch and growth of new and existing programmes, defining the product proposition and executing a robust GTM strategy across channels to drive adoption among educational stakeholders.

The role emphasizes community engagement with schools, educators and parents, creating compelling content, and collaborating with product, sales and marketing teams to ensure aligned messaging and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business administration or related field.
• 3–8 years of proven marketing experience, preferably in education.
• Strong understanding of digital and traditional marketing, including events.

Responsibilities

• Lead GTM strategy for new and existing programmes and drive adoption across marketing channels.
• Develop community engagement with schools, educators, parents, and educational influencers.
• Create community-centric content and initiatives addressing stakeholder needs.
• Organise events, webinars, conferences and offline activations to build a supportive community.
• Define product proposition and positioning; conduct market research on educator and student needs.
• Collaborate with product and marketing teams to craft compelling messaging.
• Develop marketing content for acquisition, retention and engagement.
• Lead cross-functional teams to align GTM objectives, timelines and resources.
• Manage internal and external stakeholder relationships to support marketing initiatives.

Skills

Community Building

Engagement

Campaign Planning

Competitive Analysis

Data Analysis

Creative Thinking

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Job Title:

Manager – Marketing

Department / Business Unit:

Marketing /Future Skills & Incubation

Location:

New Delhi (India)

Reports to:

VP-Marketing

Job Summary:

We are seeking a strategic and dynamic Marketing Manager to lead the successful launch and growth of our newly developed and existing programmes. This role will focus on defining the product proposition, developing a robust Go-To-Market (GTM) strategy, prioritizing community engagement, and collaborating closely with internal business stakeholders and marketing teams to drive adoption and loyalty among educational stakeholders across all marketing channels.

Responsibilities

• Community Building & Engagement: Prioritize community registrations and engagement as a cornerstone of the marketing strategy, fostering relationships with schools, educators, parents, and educational influencers.
• Develop community-centric content and initiatives that address the specific needs and interests of educational stakeholders.
• Organize and participate in events, webinars, conferences, and other offline activations to build a supportive community around our educational product
• Product Proposition and Positioning: Define the unique product proposition that differentiates our educational offering in the market.
• Conduct thorough market research to understand educators' and students' needs, pain points, and preferences.
• Collaborate with product development and other marketing teams to articulate clear and compelling messaging that resonates with the target audience.
• Develop marketing content for acquisition, retention and engagement.
• Go-To-Market (GTM) Strategy: Collaborate with external partners: educational institutions, Ed-techs and others (such as agencies, influencers etc) to strategise, develop and execute all components of the GTM strategy, leveraging their expertise and networks.
• Independently develop and execute GTM strategies encompassing both digital channels (e.g., digital marketing, SEO/SEM, social media) and traditional channels (e.g., events, offline activations) and others to ensure comprehensive market penetration.
• Lead cross-functional teams to align on GTM objectives, timelines, and resource allocation, fostering collaboration between business stakeholders and marketing teams.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate closely with internal business stakeholders (such as product development, sales, and customer support) to ensure alignment of marketing efforts with overall business goals and objectives.
• Work with marketing teams to optimize digital advertising, SEO/SEM efforts, and social media strategies to drive traffic, engagement, and conversions.
• Manage internal and external stakeholder relationships to facilitate communication, alignment, and support for marketing initiatives across all channels.
• Knowledge: Bachelor's degree in marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
• 3- 8 years of proven experience in marketing, particularly within the education sector.
• Strong understanding of both digital marketing techniques and traditional marketing strategies, including event management and offline activations.
• Skills – Essential: Proven experience in Community Building & Engagement
• Skills – Essential: Competition Analysis & Campaign planning and Execution
• Skills – Essential: Analytical mindset with proficiency in data analysis and reporting to drive informed decision-making.
• Skills – Essential: Creative thinker with a strategic approach to problem-solving and a track record of driving results in community-driven marketing initiatives.
• Skills – Essential: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to build and nurture relationships within educational communities.
• Skills – Desired: Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it's safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background.

We believe that diversity of thought, background, and approach create better outcomes. More importantly, fostering an inclusive culture is the right thing to do, and it's part of how we achieve our purpose: to contribute to society through the pursuit of education, learning and research at the highest international levels of excellence. Ensuring that anyone, no matter who they are, feels they belong here is an essential part of who we are and the contribution we make to society, and to our planet.

To enable an environment which our people can thrive in, our customers benefit from, and where work complements life, we empower everyone to manage their time and capacity, and to prioritise their wellbeing. That's why from day one everyone at Cambridge University Press & Assessment can discuss flexible working options to find the best solution for them and their role.