Corporate Marketing Executive in Manchester

At Manchester Met, we're ambitious, collaborative and focused on making a difference. Our people work as one University to shape ideas, tell powerful stories and build a reputation that reflects the impact we have locally and globally. Transforming lives together. It's an exciting time to join us. We've been named Modern University of the Year 2026, recognised as an Outstanding Workplace, and ranked the number one sustainable university for a record-breaking fourth time. At Manchester Met, you'll be part of a supportive, inclusive and ambitious community.

As a Marketing Executive in our Corporate Marketing team, you'll play a key role in delivering campaigns that bring our brand to life, helping us connect with audiences, showcase our strengths and support our strategic ambitions. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills, work on meaningful projects and contribute to a university that is proudly driving progress – all within a culture that encourages collaboration, creativity and continuous improvement.

What you’ll do:

• Be responsible for day‑to‑day brand management across the university, ensuring all content meets brand, accessibility and quality standards, and driving the ongoing rollout of our brand refresh through effective project management.
• Deliver impactful marketing campaigns and tactical activity aligned to our Corporate Marketing strategy.
• Create engaging, audience‑focused content across digital and offline channels, taking a digital‑first approach.
• Support a diverse portfolio of marketing projects, working closely with colleagues across the university.
• Coordinate and manage content for web and other platforms, ensuring consistency, quality and strong brand alignment.
• Use insight, data and performance reporting to inform activity and improve outcomes.
• Contribute to market research, competitor analysis and campaign evaluation.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to deliver joined‑up, effective marketing.

Who we’re looking for:

• A proactive and creative marketing professional who enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment and being part of a collaborative team.
• Experience in brand management.
• A strong understanding of integrated campaigns, and the importance of brand storytelling.
• Excellent copywriting and content creation skills across a range of channels.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Confidence working with data, insight and reporting to inform decisions.
• Experience of digital marketing, content management systems and campaign delivery.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build strong working relationships.
• Curious, forward‑thinking and motivated to deliver high‑quality work that makes an impact.

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from all local and international communities, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals. We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support. Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups. Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria.