On behalf of our client, a dynamic professional services group in Salford Quays operating across R&D Tax Relief and Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) consultancy, we are seeking an ambitious, creative, and commercially driven Marketing Associate. As they expand in the UK and launch US growth initiatives, they need a marketer to take ownership of their brand presence and quickly step into leadership.
This is a strategic role focused on building credibility, driving engagement, and generating commercial opportunities rather than passive social media posting.
The Opportunity
Reporting to senior leadership, you will manage day-to-day marketing execution across all business units. This position is designed with clear career progression to fast-track you into a Marketing Manager role overseeing group-wide strategy, budgets, and future hiring as the company expands.
Key Responsibilities
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Content Creation & Brand Development
Produce commercially focused content (articles, case studies, infographics, newsletters) tailored to business owners, CFOs, and senior decision-makers.
Translate complex technical topics into clear, compelling messaging while maintaining brand identity across all channels.
Partner with internal technical experts to uncover client success stories and industry insights.
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Digital Marketing & Social Media
Own social media channels with a focus on LinkedIn for B2B engagement and lead generation.
Build content calendars and deploy targeted email marketing campaigns and digital outreach initiatives.
Support website content management, SEO optimization, and performance tracking across digital touchpoints.
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Omnichannel Campaigns & Market Expansion
Deliver integrated campaigns across digital, social, email, and traditional print literature.
Support international expansion campaigns targeted at US-based businesses and cross-border partners.
Align marketing activities with sales goals, reporting performance metrics directly to senior management.
Candidate Requirements
Essential Criteria
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B2B Marketing Experience: Proven background in professional services, corporate consultancy, or service-based B2B environments.
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Content & Copywriting: Strong skills translating technical concepts into engaging copy and multi-channel marketing collateral.
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Digital & Social Mastery: Hands-on experience with LinkedIn lead generation, email marketing, and design tools like Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
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Commercial Drive: Solid understanding of ROI tracking, sales pipeline alignment, and a clear ambition to step into management.
Desirable Criteria
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Exposure to technical consultancy, engineering, construction, or R&D tax sectors.
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Familiarity with US market expansion, CRM platforms, marketing automation, Google Analytics, or LinkedIn Campaign Manager.
Strategic Career Progression
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Initial Phase (Marketing Associate): Establish consistent branding, master core messaging, and manage end-to-end content delivery.
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Development Phase (Strategic Ownership): Lead campaign strategy, market research, brand positioning, and US expansion efforts.
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Leadership Phase (Marketing Manager): Step into full management of group strategy, marketing budgets, and team expansion.
Package & Details
FeatureDetailsPositionB2B Marketing AssociateClient LocationSalford Quays, ManchesterSalary£30,000 to £40,000 Base DOEOn-Target Earnings£40,000 to £50,000 OTE (Performance Bonus)Employment TypeFull-Time, Permanent (Mon to Fri, 9:00am to 5:00pm)Progression PathDirect route to Marketing Manager
Why Apply Through Us for This Role?
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Direct Access: Work closely with senior leadership without corporate red tape.
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Multi-Sector Exposure: Broaden your portfolio across two high-value consultancy sectors.
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Real Career Track: Fast-track your transition from execution to strategic marketing management.
How to Apply
Contact David at Greys Specialist Recruitment
