Marketing Lead

Manchester, UK (Hybrid)

£29K/yr – £31K/yrSenior LevelFull time

Posted 3 weeks ago

Job Summary

Own the end-to-end marketing function, driving campaign planning, execution, budgeting, performance analysis, and team development across digital and traditional channels.

  • Lead a small marketing team of contractors
  • Align strategies with growth goals and report ROI

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Planning, executing, and optimising digital and traditional marketing campaigns.
  • Managing NCG’s social media channels and email marketing communications.
  • Managing and updating NCG’s website content.
  • Developing content strategies to engage international students, agents, and educational partners.
  • Monitoring expenditure across paid marketing channels, including Google Ads and Meta Ads, and managing campaign budgets.
  • Tracking, analysing, and reporting on campaign performance, ROI, and lead generation.
  • Supporting campaign performance and tracking student enrolment conversion.
  • Coordinating the creation of promotional materials, brochures, and digital assets.
  • Supervising and developing a small marketing team of contractors, including appraisals and training needs.
  • Acting as a point of contact for creative agencies, media partners, and external suppliers, including overseeing the ordering and management of NCG merchandise.

Requirements

  • Degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
  • Proven experience as a Marketing Lead, Senior Marketing Executive, or in a supervisory marketing role.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organisational skills with a keen eye for brand consistency and detail.
  • Solid knowledge of digital marketing fundamentals (SEO, PPC, Paid Social, Content Strategy).
  • Proficiency with CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress), CRM systems, and email marketing tools.
  • Experience with Google Analytics, social media management tools, and design software (e.g., Canva/Adobe Creative Suite).
  • Strong analytical skills with a data-driven mindset.
  • Ability to lead, inspire, and motivate a small team.
  • A-Level or equivalent (preferred)

Salaries

Posted range

£29K/yr – £31K/yr

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