Global Trade Marketing Manager

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Come and join one of the world’s leading luxury travel brands. A&K Travel Group is a dynamic collection of travel and cruise companies, including Abercrombie & Kent, Crystal, and the world’s oldest travel agency, Cox & Kings. We create unique, immersive travel experiences worldwide. Our people make us a great place to work, fostering a supportive environment with ongoing training and global career opportunities. We also make a difference: Abercrombie & Kent Philanthropy has supported communities for 40 years, and we were recognised by Which? for exceptional client care during the pandemic.

Responsibilities

• Implement the global trade marketing plan in partnership with regional sales and marketing teams.
• Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of B2B marketing initiatives.
• Work with regional marketing teams to deliver the global email marketing calendar, managing content coordination and briefing, email creation, and deployment.
• Collaborate with regional marketing and creative teams to produce print and digital collateral, including brochures, destination guides, leaflets, and presentations.
• Manage trade portal content, new feature rollouts, and regional communication, ensuring portal content is up to date and optimised.
• Support marketing actions related to onboarding new DMCs.
• Ensure all marketing materials and campaigns align with A&K’s brand guidelines and messaging.
• Manage the development and coordination of trade show materials and logistics.
• Monitor and report on digital trade channels (email and portal) to optimise engagement and effectiveness.
• Prepare creative briefs and collaborate with the creative team and external freelancers to develop on‑brand assets and content for internal and external channels.
• Maintain internal marketing project trackers, go-to-market plans, and monthly marketing summaries to support collaboration.

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in a marketing role, with a strong focus on B2B marketing.
• Solid understanding of B2B marketing channels and distribution within the travel industry.
• Experience working with luxury travel brands; DMC experience preferred.
• Strong CRM background.
• Exceptional project management skills and highly organised.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience managing or updating trade portals (advantageous).
• High level of digital and IT literacy.
• Hands‑on, proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Resourceful self‑starter who takes initiative and works effectively with minimal supervision.
• Team player with a positive attitude who collaborates effectively across departments.
• Strong copywriting, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Sound understanding of brand management and adherence to brand guidelines.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary plus annual bonus plan.
• Company pension plan from start of employment, with employer contributions increasing after 5 and 10 years of service.
• 25 days annual leave – in addition to bank holidays, plus the ability to buy an additional 5 days or sell 5 days.
• Discounted trips through A&K Travel Group Travel Benefit Program (includes friends and family).
• Discounted Gym Membership – we offer a contribution of up to £35 a month at either Virgin Active Gym (London) or other gyms through GymFlex.
• Life Assurance (4× base salary paid out as tax‑free sum).
• Hybrid working – we value collaboration and ask employees to come to the office for a minimum of 4 days per week.
• Enhanced Paid Parental Leave – 18 weeks full pay.
• Employee Assistance Program – includes access to wellbeing resources and counselling.
• £1,000 Recruitment Referral Bonus.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Season Ticket Loans.
• Regular Social Events.

EEO Statement

Abercrombie & Kent is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Marketing and Sales
• Industries: Travel Arrangements
• Location: London, England, United Kingdom