Marketing Strategy & Planning Manager

Marketing Strategy & Planning Manager – Hybrid (2 days in London) – up to £80K plus fantastic bonus

THE COMPANY

My client is a globally known online trading brand who are listed on the LSE, part of the FTSE 250 and regulated by the FSA. As the business expands, they need more support in Marketing and this role has needs someone that can work collaboratively with senior marketing stakeholders and drive planning and strategic input across the business. The ideal person may have come from a marketing agency background, or a marketing strategy role client-side. If this sounds like you – read on…

THE ROLE

This is a commercial strategy role sitting within Marketing Strategy. It is a team of three that works very closely with the CMO, and other senior managers up to and including the CEO.

The Marketing department is a key driver of the brand’s business and operates both globally and locally. The Marketing Strategy team has a key influencing role across all elements of the team, including planning, budgets, future vision and thought leadership.

This is a critical influencer role with a wide-ranging remit and a very senior stakeholder group. It is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to develop their career in a business that is growing and investing for the future.

THE PERSON

You’re upbeat and enthusiastic, and you have an open mind and a curious, can-do attitude.

You, like my client, understand the importance of collaboration and are driven to be the best in what you do. You embody our three core values – to champion the client, learn fast together and raise the bar.

You want to be part of a proudly carbon-neutral company that will prioritise your wellbeing and that of the world around you, helping to create a brighter future for all. A company that embraces diversity and welcomes everyone with respect, regardless of race, age, sexual orientation, gender, identification, faith or culture.

If you’re inspired by our way of working and can bring something new to our team of top-notch people, then you’ll find a home here.

The successful candidate is likely to have most or all of the following:

· A logical and systematic approach to solving analytical tasks

· An understanding of marketing strategy and theory (e.g., classical marketing, value proposition, segmentation with either a large corporate background or exposure at least

· Confidence to make evidence-based recommendations to senior management

· Willingness to edit large volumes of information to present only the key elements to senior management (it is not always obvious which elements are “key”)

· Ability to debate in a constructive way with peers and senior management

· Very strong communication and presentation skills

· An ability to work independently

· 5-7 years’ experience in strategy or agency is an advantage