Senior F&B Marketing Manager in Manchester

About Legends Global

Legends Global is redefining excellence in sport, entertainment and live events. With unrivalled expertise and international reach, we provide end‑to‑end solutions – from venue development and event programming to revenue strategy and hospitality. We take a 360‑degree, data‑driven approach across Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise and Attractions, working with leading clients to deliver outstanding experiences that resonate worldwide. Our organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive and forward‑thinking environment where diversity drives innovation and collaboration. Guided by our values of Align, Scale, Connect, Team and Win, we create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

The Role

This role focuses on supporting the F&B services division within Legends Global. The position requires partnering with venues, racecourses, C&E venues and wedding venues to ensure they have the creative marketing collateral needed to support event operational delivery and sales pitches. The role also supports PR/media opportunities and refreshes photography collateral at key events for marketing promotion. The role reports into the corporate Marketing function and works with the wider team to deliver the broader Marketing strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, create and maintain menus for venues, racecourses and C&E events, including annual menu packs, recyclable templates and ad‑hoc updates for special events, seasonal changes and pricing adjustments.
• Collaborate closely with venue sales teams to produce compelling F&B collateral that supports pitches for corporate events, weddings, parties, charity functions, banquets and wider C&E opportunities.
• Proactively promote the business to generate new leads, support ticketed events and drive operational sell‑through across all designated channels.
• Analyse marketing performance data to understand hit rates and engagement, optimising materials and activities to maximise visibility, traction and commercial opportunities.
• Manage brand presence and relationships, create a social media calendar aligned to key dates/seasonality, produce engaging content, nurture strong stakeholder relationships (venue, corporate and F&B leads) and manage the marketing budget.

About You

• Proven senior‑level marketing experience, supported by relevant industry qualifications and a strong track record of delivering successful marketing strategies.
• Knowledge of, or experience supporting, F&B operations, with a genuine passion for food and drink and an understanding of how marketing supports commercial success.
• Strong leadership capability, with the ability to guide, develop and support junior team members to achieve their goals.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, enabling you to build effective stakeholder relationships and drive alignment at all levels.
• Creative, innovative and digitally confident thinking, with strong IT and social media knowledge, plus the flexibility to travel and work evenings and weekends when needed.

Benefits

• Discounted tickets to support personal enjoyment of events;
• 25 days annual leave;
• Life Assurance policy;
• Pension contribution;
• Healthshield support for dental, counselling, physio and other unexpected costs;
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for mental health;
• Eye care vouchers and contribution toward glasses;
• Cycle to Work scheme;
• Employee Referral Scheme.

Recruitment Process

• Intro call with Talent Team.
• Interview with Hiring Team.

Inclusive Workplace

We are committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, faster, and more innovative digital future. We aim to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers and suppliers. We are committed to active inclusion, diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements and provide reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process.