Marketing Manager (Maternity Leave Cover)
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Position Overview & Specifications
An exciting opportunity is now available for a Marketing Manager to join our team on a 9-month maternity leave contract.
Based in our UK office, the successful candidate will be working within a dynamic Marketing Team and will use their project management and digital marketing experience to support the company's strategic goals and objectives.
The Marketing Manager will work closely with the company Directors and global Marketing Team to ensure Sail Croatia remains at the forefront of the small ship cruising industry in Croatia.
Our Brands
Sail Croatia
Offering unparalleled cruising experiences for various travel styles and budgets, Sail Croatia sells cruises ranging from luxury small ship cruising, to active cruises, party cruises and high-end yacht experiences.
Med Experience
A youth based travel brand specialising in epic Greek Island adventures for 18-39’s.
Green Sail
A not-for-profit organisation based in Split, Croatia, that focuses on sustainability and eco-tourism within the nautical industry.
Why work with us?
Through our small and motivated team, we operate with a high degree of efficiency, giving the right candidate the opportunity to wear many different hats during their time in the role. The Marketing Manager position touches on all things marketing, from digital marketing, advertising, SEO and strategy development, to product development, design and content creation.
Our broad portfolio of travel experiences means you could be working across luxury travel, party experiences, active travel and sustainability, all in one day!
Whilst our UK Head Office offers a relaxed and flexible work environment, our international Marketing Team is mostly based online, with team members spanning across the UK, Croatia, and Australia. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work across a global team with additional travel opportunities.
You will be responsible for…
- Managing the overarching marketing strategy
- Managing a dynamic and global marketing team, including a Marketing Coordinator, Data Analyst, Video Creators, and NGO Manager
- Overseeing & maintaining marketing budgets
- Tracking sales & developing strategy
- Optimising advertising campaigns in order to increase ROI and sales
- Managing PR relationships to ensure content, marketing and new product information is communicated & distributed to media effectively
- Planning and implementing white hat SEO initiatives
- Planning, researching and creating SEO optimised blog content
- Managing website content
- Working with creative teams to develop marketing, advertising and sales content
- Supporting the Marketing Coordinator with the social media & newsletter strategy
- Working closely with the marketing team to plan and execute direct marketing plans
- Coordinating the organisation and briefing of media (journalists, photographers, videographers and social media influencers)
- Coordinating on ground branding and marketing activations
Our ideal candidate has…
- Bachelor degree in marketing/communications
- 2+ years experience in a Managerial marketing role
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- High level organisation and time management skills, with excellent attention to detail
- Exceptional people skills, with a proven track record of managing people in a global environment
- A sound understanding of Google Analytics and data-based decision making
- Experience creating SEO optimised content
- Exceptional creativity and innovation
- An understanding of the media landscape & PR
- Proficiency with Facebook Ads Manager & Google Ads
- Experience using Microsoft Office
- A background in and passion for tourism and/or travel
- A strong work ethic and innovative approach to all tasks
Salary will be based on relevant experience.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 9 months
Salary: From £40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor's (required)
Experience:
- managerial marketing: 2 years (required)
Work Location: One location
Application deadline: 20/02/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Marketing Manager (Maternity Leave Cover) roles across Sail Croatia's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £40,000 - £40,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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