Join a dynamic premium food and drink business as we enter an exciting new phase of growth and innovation.
Head of Marketing
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 per annum (dependent on experience) + Bonus
Location: Kirkby Lonsdale (Flexible Working Available)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Lead the Next Stage of Growth
We are an ambitious and fast-growing premium food and drink business with a strong reputation for innovation, quality, and creativity. Having established a successful position within our sector, we are now entering an exciting new phase of growth and are looking for an exceptional Head of Marketing to help drive the business forward.
This is a rare opportunity to join a dynamic, entrepreneurial company at a pivotal stage of its journey. With a clear ambition to significantly increase revenue over the coming years, we are seeking a commercially minded marketing leader who can build strategy, inspire a team, elevate brand presence, and deliver measurable business growth.
If you thrive in fast-moving environments, enjoy creating rather than inheriting, and want the opportunity to make a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
As Head of Marketing, you will take ownership of the overall marketing function, leading the development and execution of a growth-focused marketing strategy. Working closely with the leadership team, you will ensure marketing plays a central role in driving revenue, strengthening brand awareness, and creating meaningful customer engagement.
This is a strategic leadership role, but one that also requires a hands-on approach. You'll be equally comfortable shaping long-term direction and rolling up your sleeves to help make things happen.
Key Responsibilities
Marketing Strategy & Growth
- Develop and lead the overall marketing strategy to support ambitious business growth targets
- Translate commercial objectives into clear, actionable marketing plans
- Identify new opportunities across acquisition, retention, partnerships, and brand development
- Drive marketing initiatives that contribute directly to revenue growth
Brand Leadership
- Lead brand positioning, messaging, and storytelling
- Ensure a premium, distinctive, and consistent brand experience across all touchpoints
- Champion creativity while maintaining a strong commercial focus
- Continue to strengthen brand awareness and market presence
Performance Marketing & Commercial Impact
- Drive customer acquisition and revenue growth through effective marketing activity
- Monitor, analyse, and optimise marketing performance and return on investment
- Use data and insights to inform decision-making and improve outcomes
- Establish clear performance metrics and reporting processes
Content, Social Media & Community
- Oversee the development of engaging and impactful content strategies
- Strengthen social media presence and audience engagement
- Build brand advocacy and long-term community growth
- Ensure content remains aligned with brand identity and business objectives
Partnerships & Business Development
- Identify, develop, and manage strategic commercial partnerships
- Secure collaborations that enhance brand visibility and drive revenue
- Explore new channels and opportunities for growth
Events & Experiential Marketing
- Lead the development of an events and experiential marketing strategy
- Deliver impactful brand activations and customer experiences
- Ensure all events support wider marketing objectives and commercial goals
- Measure and evaluate event performance and effectiveness
Team Leadership
- Lead, mentor, and develop a talented marketing team
- Create a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance
- Provide clear direction, coaching, and support
- Help shape future team growth as the business continues to scale
Requirements
We're looking for an experienced marketing leader with a proven track record of driving growth within ambitious consumer-facing businesses.
You will have:
- Previous experience in a Head of Marketing, Marketing Director, or equivalent senior leadership role
- Strong experience within food and drink, FMCG, hospitality, or premium consumer brands
- A proven ability to scale brands and contribute directly to revenue growth
- Experience operating successfully in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments
- Strong commercial awareness and an analytical mindset
- A balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution
- Deep understanding of modern marketing channels, consumer behaviour, and emerging trends
- Experience across social-first marketing, creator-led content, community building, and digital growth strategies
- Outstanding leadership and communication skills
- A collaborative and empathetic approach to managing people and teams
Personal Qualities
You will be:
- Energetic, proactive, and full of ideas
- Commercially focused and results-driven
- Decisive and confident in decision-making
- Collaborative, approachable, and emotionally intelligent
- Comfortable working without excessive structure or bureaucracy
- Resilient and motivated by ambitious growth goals
- Passionate about building something exceptional
What Success Looks Like
- A clear and effective marketing strategy supporting significant business growth
- Stronger brand awareness and market presence
- Measurable improvements in customer acquisition, retention, and engagement
- A highly motivated and high-performing marketing team
- Marketing recognised as a key driver of commercial success
Benefits
- Flexible working arrangements
- Competitive salary of £60,000 - £70,000 per annum
- Performance-related bonus scheme
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Pension scheme
- Private health insurance
- Apple MacBook Pro
- Complimentary products each month
- Free weekly coffee from a café of your choice
- Drinks and snacks provided in the office
- On-site gym access
- Ongoing learning, development, and career progression opportunities
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to play a leading role in the growth of a highly ambitious and creative business. You'll have the freedom to shape strategy, influence key decisions, build a team, and see the direct impact of your work.
If you're excited by the challenge of scaling a brand, driving commercial growth, and building something exceptional, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply Now!
INDTT
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £60,000.00-£70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kirkby Lonsdale
