Trust Marketing & Communication Lead in Leicester

Trust Marketing & Communication Lead in Leicester

Leicester Full-Time 43143 - 46326 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Gateway College

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and develop innovative marketing strategies for our Trust and its colleges.
  • Company: Join a dynamic educational Trust focused on collaboration and creativity.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work model, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Work in a supportive environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact by shaping the identities of our colleges and driving change.
  • Qualifications: Experience in marketing and strong leadership skills are essential.

The predicted salary is between 43143 - 46326 Β£ per year.

  • Trust Marketing and Communication Lead
  • Reports to: Trust Business Manager
  • Lead: Marketing Team across the Trust
  • Primary Purpose

To lead on the development, coordination, and delivery of our marketing strategy for the trust, ensuring it aligns with organisational aims and the distinctive identities of each college.

Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to review progress, share insights, and collectively refine marketing initiatives for maximum impact across all channels.

About the Role

As the Marketing & Communications Lead, you will

  • Lead and develop the marketing and communications function across all BFMAT colleges.
  • Design, deliver, and evaluate Trust wide and college specific marketing strategies.
  • Strengthen and evolve the distinct identities of each college while aligning them to the Trust's overall vision and values.
  • Oversee campaigns, digital content, brand management, and external communications across multiple channels.
  • Use insight, data, and feedback to inform decision making and continuously improve impact.
  • Collaborate with senior leaders, staff teams, students, and external partners to ensure a consistent and high quality approach to marketing and communications.

About You

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate

  • Alignment with our trust's leadership behaviours and attributes, consistently embodying these values in your approach to marketing and communications.
  • Proven experience in marketing, communications, or brand development.
  • The ability to lead, coach, and develop a team creating an environment that encourages creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Strong digital, analytical, and project management skills.
  • A strategic mindset with the confidence to innovate and drive change.
  • Location & Travel

Hybrid with travel across all three Trust sites.

  • Closing Date
  • Monday 27th July 2026
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Gateway College

Contact Details:

Gateway College Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Trust Marketing & Communication Lead in Leicester

Marketing Strategy Development
Communications Management
Brand Development
Digital Content Creation
Campaign Management
Data Analysis
Stakeholder Engagement