Marketing Manager

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LTE Group has an exciting opportunity to join our Marketing and External Relations Department as a Marketing Manager on a permanent, full-time (37 hours per week) basis. Based out of our Openshaw campus in Manchester.

Who are The LTE Group? The LTE Group is the largest social enterprise in the UK dedicated to lifelong learning; we truly believe in the power of education to change lives. We consist of The Manchester College, MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We are committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for our learners.

Overview: As a key member of the Group Marketing team, the Marketing Manager (Business Partner) will be responsible for developing the marketing strategy and implementing marketing plans for the effective delivery and measurement of all marketing activity in one of our strategic business areas, UCEN MCR. The appointed candidate will work closely with the relevant senior leadership team to deliver first-class marketing services to drive attraction and recruitment, enhance reputation and profile, and proactively contribute to business performance.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent, preferably in a marketing or related subject.
• Experience in a marketing role with experience of delivering marketing and communication operational plans.
• Experience of recruitment marketing.
• Experience of managing internal/external client relationships.
• Experience of delivering marketing collateral to an exceptionally high standard.
• Successful experience of working with a range of media and new technologies to raise sales performance and reputational performance.
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to present complex ideas.
• Outstanding project and time management skills.
• Keen eye for detail.
• Creative writing skills and flair for design.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong listening skills.
• Outstanding planning skills, used to working to tight deadlines while still maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage a multitude of activities with competing deadlines.
• Experience of producing engaging, clear, and accessible communications for a range of audiences.
• Managerial skills - ability to delegate work, set clear direction and manage workflow.
• To be a role model for the organisation, demonstrating the organisation's leadership values at all times and being an advocate for cultural change.

Benefits:

• 35 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• Significant pension contribution.
• Retail discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Safeguarding: The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre‑screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities Statement: At The LTE Group, we're committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The LTE Group is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester's and the UK's rich diversity and vibrancy.

Closing Date: The closing date for this job advert is 27/05/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!