About the Role
<h2 data-section-id="1qlb7r4" data-start="65" data-end="110">Marketing Manager – Exhibitions & Events</h2>
<p data-start="111" data-end="192">📍 London (City) – Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days remote)<br data-start="168" data-end="171" />
💼 Salary: c£50,000</p>
<h3 data-section-id="1sbqohh" data-start="194" data-end="217">About the Company</h3>
<p data-start="218" data-end="491">Our client is a leading international exhibitions and events business specialising in the food and drink sector. Partnering with major global brands, they deliver high-quality trade fairs and events across Europe, showcasing the very best in international food and cuisine.</p>
<p data-start="493" data-end="642">With a strong reputation and ambitious growth plans, this is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in expanding their presence in the UK market.</p>
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<h3 data-section-id="t87hgr" data-start="649" data-end="663">The Role</h3>
<p data-start="664" data-end="895">We are seeking an ambitious, commercially driven Marketing Manager to join a London-based team. This is a hands-on role with full ownership of marketing strategy and execution for a flagship exhibition within a fast-growing sector.</p>
<p data-start="897" data-end="1105">Working closely with the Events Director and sales team, you will be responsible for driving high-quality attendance, generating exhibitor leads, and delivering data-led marketing campaigns that maximise ROI.</p>
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<h3 data-section-id="1xmbd3v" data-start="1112" data-end="1138">Key Responsibilities</h3>
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<li data-section-id="1tosyq3" data-start="1139" data-end="1243"> Plan and deliver integrated marketing campaigns to drive visitor acquisition, quality, and retention </li>
<li data-section-id="y8dxb3" data-start="1244" data-end="1305"> Generate targeted sales leads to support exhibitor growth </li>
<li data-section-id="15apcr8" data-start="1306" data-end="1393"> Write and oversee compelling marketing copy across email, web, and digital channels </li>
<li data-section-id="t9pfge" data-start="1394" data-end="1472"> Use data platforms (e.g. Apollo) to build, segment, and activate audiences </li>
<li data-section-id="1wtavtd" data-start="1473" data-end="1558"> Shape and position seminar programmes using audience insights to boost engagement </li>
<li data-section-id="1dmyskv" data-start="1559" data-end="1625"> Analyse campaign performance and continuously optimise for ROI </li>
<li data-section-id="1h9xs74" data-start="1626" data-end="1716"> Manage and mentor junior team members, including Social Media and Marketing Executives </li>
<li data-section-id="1h5u9jo" data-start="1717" data-end="1780"> Lead social media strategy to increase reach and engagement </li>
<li data-section-id="10wt71e" data-start="1781" data-end="1878"> Support global roadshow events, including marketing activity for the Italian country pavilion </li>
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<h3 data-section-id="neoxw8" data-start="1885" data-end="1908">Candidate Profile</h3>
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<li data-section-id="w4iz7h" data-start="1909" data-end="1930"> Fluent in English </li>
<li data-section-id="1d0slb4" data-start="1931" data-end="2001"> Proven experience in exhibition or event marketing (<strong data-start="1985" data-end="1998">essential</strong>) </li>
<li data-section-id="jxc4rh" data-start="2002" data-end="2066"> Strong track record in lead generation and campaign delivery </li>
<li data-section-id="1uxwlvd" data-start="2067" data-end="2146"> Data-driven mindset with experience using tools such as Apollo (or similar) </li>
<li data-section-id="16ygcmp" data-start="2147" data-end="2191"> Excellent copywriting and content skills </li>
<li data-section-id="yk09pa" data-start="2192" data-end="2241"> Experience managing or mentoring team members </li>
<li data-section-id="1mo4qqj" data-start="2242" data-end="2299"> Commercially focused, proactive, and results-oriented </li>
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<h3 data-section-id="16wfg3j" data-start="2306" data-end="2327">What’s on Offer</h3>
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<li data-section-id="7z5vxl" data-start="2328" data-end="2357"> Base salary circa £50,000 </li>
<li data-section-id="104dhii" data-start="2358" data-end="2382"> Hybrid working model </li>
<li data-section-id="ennnzf" data-start="2383" data-end="2423"> High level of ownership and autonomy </li>
<li data-section-id="1sgb66i" data-start="2424" data-end="2501"> Opportunity to play a key role in launching and growing a brand in the UK </li>
<li data-section-id="jitndi" data-start="2502" data-end="2573"> Dynamic, international working environment within a thriving sector </li>
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<h3 data-section-id="1k6pzax" data-start="2580" data-end="2598">How to Apply</h3>
<p data-start="2599" data-end="2671">To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to:<br data-start="2649" data-end="2652" />
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<p data-start="2599" data-end="2671"><strong>Submit your up-to-date CV to Jonathan Grimes at jgrimes@languagebusiness.co.uk or call 07902 635305.</strong></p>