OverviewJob Title: Senior Events Marketing Manager Brand: WonderlyReporting To: Digital Strategy DirectorLocation: TwickenhamHybrid: 3 days in the office Employment: Full time - permanentSalary Range:£47,000 - £50,000ABOUT THE JOB Working within WonderlyWe are Wonderly, an award-winning progressive content, event and marketing agency and part of the Haymarket Media Group. We work with ambitious brands to deliver engaging products and portfolios across print, digital and live events. Our clients include: Volkswagen Group UK, Kew Gardens, The FA, Royal College of General Practitioners and the CIPD to name a few.As part of the Haymarket Media Group we have all the benefits of an independent agency but with none of the downsides. Our culture is inclusive and collaborative and reflects the diverse bunch of brilliant people that work here. We’re about creating a stimulating and engaging environment that brings the best out of everyone... and having a bit of fun along the way. Lastly, and by no means least, because we’re a small agency, everyone gets the chance to make a big impact.ResponsibilitiesThe Role We have an exciting opportunity within our events marketing team at Wonderly. Wonderly delivers large scale events and conferences on behalf of our clients, who are leading Associations. The Senior Events Marketing Manager will be responsible for shaping and delivering robust marketing plans and objectives, which are based around the strategies devised for a portfolio of conference and exhibition style events.Key ResponsibilitiesShape and deliver robust strategic marketing plans focusing on; driving bookings/registrations, generating commercial leads to supporting customer adoption and conversion, and improving customer advocacy for the events and the client’s wider brandSupport delegate modelling, pricing strategy and yield management for the allocated event portfolios to ensure revenue targets are metAccountable for achieving registrations and delegate revenue targets for the allocated portfolios of eventsOverseeing the effective delivery of the marketing plans, supporting and mentoring marketing managers to ensure timely delivery against deadlines and relevant client approvalsFind innovative ways to deliver against the marketing plans, strategies and KPIs, whilst being able to flex your plan in response to the evolving market conditions and client requirementsWork collaboratively with the wider event team and key client stakeholders, showing adaptability and great communication skillsSupport a transition to high-value marketing approach working with peers, relevant internal teams and client stakeholders to build and deliver a data informed, brand, content and proposition led modelIn line with our clients’ brands, develop and implement event-specific branding guidelines and become the brand guardian for the eventsLead on design brief and overseeing work with internal and external designers based on the needs of the events and related marketing campaignsLead on client reporting, planning, internal communications and the development of a high performing event marketing team Develop and maintain a high level of sector specific knowledge – evaluating customer research, market conditions, competitor data to provide insights, produce effective and engaging marketing plans to meet overall strategic objectives Understand the event’s customer base, identify segments and develop data and 365 communication strategies around thisAccount management support with key suppliers, partners and our clients, to deliver on time strategic, customer-centric, marketing and communication event plansIdentifying potential strategic partners, helping to build relationships, negotiate contra deals, delivering the activity and reporting on resultsKey Relationships Works closely with the Digital Strategy Director and Commercial, Content and Partnerships teams to build effective working relationships, share knowledge, provide support and contribute to the successful delivery of business objectives.Skills / Experience / Knowledge / Minimum CriteriaKnowledge, Skills & Experience Knowledge Strategic understanding - able to think about the needs from their role in the wider context of the organisation, and develop plans and adjust to multiple external factors.Time-management - able to work on multiple and varied projects with internal and external key stakeholdersInnovative - demonstrates new thinking in strategy and executionExcellent communication - to motivate the team, plus work constructively to win-win with internal and external stakeholdersQuality assurance - experience in quality assurance and brand guardianship overseeing quality outputsSkills Client management - experience working collaboratively with external clients and stakeholders, ideally within an event agency environmentKnowledge of using design programmes including; Illustrator, InDesign and CanvaConfident, creative copywriter, who takes a customer centric approach to content writingProject management – experience with collaborative project management tools such as Monday.com Experience Experienced marketer, who has successfully managed a team, operating at Marketing Manager level or above.Proven track record in delivering successful event marketing strategies, planning multi-channel marketing campaigns, ideally within a B2B events environment.Significant experience in a successful marketing team in a matrixed organisation.About You Team player with a collaborative approach and ability to recognise the input of othersHas a structured approach to problem solvingEnjoys having autonomy over their roleActively seeks to become a ‘master’ in their area of responsibilityEnjoys the creative side of marketing, from coming up with new and innovative ideas to deliver results, to having a passion for creating strong branding and design assetsExcellent client and stakeholder management skills - demonstrating adaptability and collaborative approach to deliveryA strategic thinker with good analytical, numerical and communication skillsAdept at creating and planning segmented email campaigns with targeted messagingDatabase management skills – experience building/ growing and nurturing a databaseSolid understanding of digital marketing, website optimisation, UX and mobile apps – the implementation and tactical uses of; SEO, PPC, Google Ad words, banner ads and retargeting campaigns, to drive website traffic, engagement and lead generationExceptional written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skillsExcellent proof-reading, editing and copy-writing skills: ability to devise and edit engaging content across all platforms and provide constructive feedback and directionHigh degree of computer literacy – with advanced Excel skills and the ability to manipulate and work with data and formulas to assist with reportingAbility to report and analyse campaign results, draw business conclusions and provide recommendationsDemonstrable experience managing budgetsExperience in an event / exhibition background, ideally from an established organisation or an AssociationWhat Success Looks Like Delivery of robust event marketing plans - running regular reports, analysing results and making recommendations to guide direction and delivery of campaigns to achieve revenue and delegate targetsFoster close working relationships with key client stakeholders ensuring we are exceeding expectationsEnsuring websites and content are up to date, clear, engaging and optimisedTracking and managing the event marketing budgets and ensuring all activity is within budgetAdditional Information Why work with us at Haymarket? Haymarket Media Group values its people and strives to shape a better future with remarkable content. From paid content and subscription services; to integrated advertising and content marketing packages. We deliver market-leading branded experiences that inspire great decisions. From data and digital information solutions to live events, awards and professional education services.Our benefits include: Our Company benefits: 25 days holiday per year excluding bank holidays (increasing 1 day per year of service up to 30 days) Work from anywhere in the world for up to 3 weeks of the year with our ‘Work from Anywhere’ days Flexible working hours (core hours from 10-3) allowing you the flexibility to adapt your work schedule to your personal commitmentsGenerous contributory pension scheme Health Cash Plans: With our health cash plans, you can access a range of healthcare benefits, including coverage for medical expenses, dental care, optical services, and moreDisability Confident EmployerWe are a Disability Confident employer and offer guaranteed interviews to all disabled applicants who meet the above minimum criteria. To be considered as part of this initiative, please ensure you indicate if you have a disability when applying for the post. If you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to fully participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at recruitment@haymarket.com. More about Haymarket Working here means being part of a commitment to shaping a better future. As a proudly Certified B Corp™, we are part of a global movement of businesses acting as a force for good. Haymarket Impact is focused on making a positive difference globally, guided by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and intertwined with an unwavering commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. This commitment to balancing profit with purpose is deeply embedded in our culture, reflected in our values of Integrity, Respect, Creativity, Innovation, and Expertise.We invest heavily in our people. From professional development and internal training to mentorship and coaching. Our certified Disability Confident status has fostered an environment where all employees feel supported, valued, and can ask for workplace adjustments without fear of judgment.Our valuable partnerships for good globally mean colleagues are always up for taking on a new charitable challenge, utilise their volunteering day and go out of their way to support their local communities.We know how important a healthy work-life balance is too. Our flexible hours and hybrid working model means employees are expected to be in the office at least three days a week and can work remotely for the remaining two. This means we thrive together when we collaborate in person, fostering stronger connections and creativity, but still allowing for flexibility outside of those times.As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to ensuring all candidates have the same opportunity to succeed, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, age, or disability. In line with our dedication to fairness and transparency, we are also proud to be a We Show the Salary employer, pledging to always include pay details on our job adverts.Join us and be part of award-winning teams and a culture that is truly unique - a place to grow, feel inspired, build a brilliant career and make a difference.
Senior Events Marketing Manager, Wonderly employer: Haymarket Media Group
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