About The Role
Location: Woking
Department: Restaurant Support Centre
Hours: full time
Closing Date: 18 July 2026
Welcome to KFC.
Home of the real ones.
We sell the world’s best chicken. Seriously. And we’ve done it since 1939, when the idea of crispy, original recipe chicken took Kentucky by storm. Now, we’re proud to serve 1000+ communities across the UK and Ireland, bringing the grit, pride and iconic reputation that we started with, all those years ago.
Across the Restaurant Support Centre (RSC), we come to work to be ourselves, and to make something of ourselves. We want to see our potential go that little bit further, as part of one of the world’s most iconic brands.
What’s the gig? Well, you support our restaurants — and we’ll support you every step of the way. Simple. Our doors are open — and they can take you anywhere.
All we ask is that you be you. Because that makes us, us. Sound good? Great. Let’s find out about that job.
THE TEAM
Our Marketing team is a 50-strong crew of bold thinkers, culture shapers and creative doers - from Brand and Digital to Strategy, Food Quality and Innovation. We’re here to keep KFC at the heart of culture across the UK & Ireland, blending our iconic roots with fresh, fearless ideas that connect with real people. We don’t just make ads - we build love, drive growth, and stay one step ahead of what’s next.
ABOUT THE ROLE
KFC UK&I is looking for a talented and ambitious Brand Manager – Ireland to join our Marketing team. We’re looking for someone who not only LOVES chicken, but has a real passion for marketing, culture and the KFC brand.
This role will lead the ROI business and help drive the next chapter of growth for KFC in Ireland. Owning the delivery of the ROI marketing calendar, from retail planning through to creative and media agency management, the Brand Manager will ensure campaigns land brilliantly, on time and in full.
They will play a key role in driving sales growth through impactful campaigns across the full marketing mix, while strengthening KFC’s brand relevance. We’re looking for someone who can connect commercial delivery with cultural impact — creating campaigns, social moments, PR buzz and restaurant experiences that keep KFC front of mind.
This is a unique opportunity to join a talented and award-winning Marketing team at one of the UKI’s largest and best-loved brands. We’re looking for an original: an innovative, dynamic and enthusiastic marketer with their finger firmly on the pulse. Someone who gets the fun, fresh and bold KFC brand personality — and brings it to life in everything they do.
There are buckets of opportunity to grow as part of an ambitious brand, and we’d love to hear from someone excited to build their career with KFC and Yum!
WHAT WILL YOU SPEND YOUR TIME DOING
Lead the ROI Marketing Calendar: Own the end-to-end planning and delivery of the ROI retail calendar, ensuring campaigns are commercially sharp, relevant and delivered on time and in full.
Drive Sales Growth Through the Full Marketing Mix: Develop and execute integrated marketing plans across retail, media, digital, social, PR and restaurant channels to drive awareness, footfall, frequency and sales growth.Manage Creative and Media Agency: Lead day-to-day management of creative, media, social and PR agency partners, setting clear briefs, timelines and feedback to deliver brilliant work, efficiently and effectively.Build the KFC Brand in Ireland: Create culturally relevant campaigns and moments that keep KFC front of mind in Irish communities, grow share of voice and strengthen brand relevance.Maximise the Restaurant Experience: Work closely with Operations, Franchise and Restaurant teams to ensure campaigns land brilliantly in restaurant, with clear toolkits, strong execution and a guest experience that brings the brand to life.Local Restaurant Marketing: Support targeted local marketing plans for new openings, competitor challenges and priority trading opportunities, tailoring activity to community needs and commercial objectives.Champion Performance and Continuous Improvement: Track campaign performance, share learnings and bring a challenger mindset to improve planning, execution and ROI across future activity.
WHAT WE LOVE FROM YOU
EXPERIENCE
Experience within a high street restaurant, retail, FMCG, franchise or multi-site consumer business would be highly beneficial. You will ideally have a minimum of 3 years' experience in brand marketing, retail marketing or a closely related field. A proven ability to turn retail & brand strategies into commercially effective campaigns.
You will bring a strong mix of creative judgement and commercial acumen, with the ability to connect sales growth, brand building and cultural relevance.You will be confident managing creative, media, social and/or PR agencies, from writing clear briefs through to reviewing work, managing timelines and delivering high-quality execution.You will be highly organised, proactive and delivery-focused, with the ability to manage multiple campaigns, stakeholders and deadlines in a fast-paced, reactive environment.You will be comfortable working autonomously, taking accountability for the ROI marketing plan and confidently moving projects forward without needing to be micro-managed.You will be a strong collaborator, able to build relationships across Marketing, Operations, Franchise partners, Restaurant teams and external agencies to land activity brilliantly.
SKILLS:
Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex information to various audiences.
Ability to effectively influence and negotiate with stakeholders at all levels.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across departments and functions.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and navigate ambiguity in a dynamic environment.
A proactive and results-oriented approach with a strong drive to achieve goals.
ABOUT YOU
A genuine team player
A self-starter with curiosity, energy and adaptability
Hungry to learn and thrive in a small, mighty team
A practical problem-solver with strong commercial instincts
Obsessed with high standards, momentum and getting things done
And of course… a true KFC believer
Ready?
We hope so, if you’re ready to be part of our community, now’s the time to apply.
Worried you aren’t ticking all the boxes? Don’t - we’d still love to hear from you.
Beware of fake job postings using Yum! and/or our brand logos - KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and Habit Burger & Grill - on fraudulent sites. Yum! Brands only posts jobs on official careers pages and never asks for money during onboarding. Avoid unsolicited contacts via Telegram, WhatsApp or similar social apps.
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Welcome to KFC.
Home of the real ones.
We sell the world’s best chicken. We’ve done it for a long old time — since 1939, when the idea of finger lickin’ good chicken popped into our Colonel’s head. Now, we proudly serve 1000+ communities across the UK and Ireland, bringing the grit, pride and iconic reputation that started in Kentucky all those years ago.
People who are original. Individual. Fresh. We come to work to be ourselves, and to make something of ourselves. We bring the graft and the laughs every day — building our own community, as we serve our original recipe chicken to the ones we’re in.
In our place, ambition grows. Careers build. Potential goes further. Our doors are open, and they can take you anywhere.
If you join our team, we only ask one thing. That you be you.
Because that makes us, us.
Job Location Details
Guildford Road, Woking, United Kingdom, GU22 7NJ
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Championing Potential at KFC.
At KFC, we are the originals. Real ones bringing their authentic selves to work every day. No matter who you are, where you're from, or what makes you unique - there's a place for you at the Colonel's table.
Find out more
Buckets of opportunity.
Think we’re just a chicken shop. Think again. At KFC we’re serious about helping you discover your potential. We don’t hire staff. We hire Team Members. Real people, building real careers, in a real community. And it begins right here.
Find out more
Championing Potential at KFC.
At KFC, we are the originals. Real ones bringing their authentic selves to work every day. No matter who you are, where you're from, or what makes you unique - there's a place for you at the Colonel's table.
Find out more
Buckets of opportunity.
Think we’re just a chicken shop. Think again. At KFC we’re serious about helping you discover your potential. We don’t hire staff. We hire Team Members. Real people, building real careers, in a real community. And it begins right here.
Find out more
Championing Potential at KFC.
At KFC, we are the originals. Real ones bringing their authentic selves to work every day. No matter who you are, where you're from, or what makes you unique - there's a place for you at the Colonel's table.
Find out more
Buckets of opportunity.
Think we’re just a chicken shop. Think again. At KFC we’re serious about helping you discover your potential. We don’t hire staff. We hire Team Members. Real people, building real careers, in a real community. And it begins right here.
Find out more
Perks, rewards and benefits.
We do things our own way here. And that includes the way we reward you for bringing the graft. And the laughs, too.
Here’s what the real deal could look like for you.
Discover our full range of benefits
Enhanced pension scheme
We’ll contribute up to 11%, which could mean we pay more into your pension than you do.
Fri-Yay finishes
Clock off at 1pm on a Friday all year round - and make your workdays zing with virtual commutes and hybrid/flexible working.
5 wellbeing days each year
Get 5 extra days to look after you and your wellbeing - on top of your usual holiday allowance.
Generous bonus scheme
We reward strong performance and our bonuses could mean you earn well above industry norms.
Enhanced Holidays
You’ll start off with 25 days’ holiday, which rises to 30 days after 5 years. Plus you have the option to buy and sell additional days.
Professional 1-2-1 coaching
Personal development, growth and fulfilment come with the territory at KFC.
Healthcare and life protection
From private medical insurance to critical illness, life assurance, income protection, dental plan, cancer checks and even a digital GP, we’ve got your covered.
Lifestyle-friendly perks
Flex your package with travel insurance, cycle scheme, retail discounts, charity giving, tech scheme, food and drink discount cards and much more.
25% KFC discount
Big discounts on your finger lickin' favorites.
Discounted gym membership
Stay strong with up to 25% off gym membership, up to 50% off home workouts and up to 70% off home and lifestyle purchases.
Full employee assistance programme
Lots of well supported wellbeing services including mental health support, legal advice and more for you and your family.
Free mortgage advice
We can help you get on - or climb up - the property ladder.
