Portfolio Hospitality Group LtdBrand & Growth Manager (Marketing & Content)
Location: Manchester City Centre
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Reports to: Founder & Managing Director
Help us build one of the UK’s most exciting hospitality brands.
Most marketing jobs ask you to manage social media.
Here we want you to help build a brand.
Portfolio is home to the UK’s first Champagne boutique, an intimate bar and one of Manchester’s most exciting new restaurants, showcasing over 350 grower Champagnes from some of the region’s most inspiring producers alongside a tasting menu restaurant recently launched by acclaimed chef Julian Pizer.
But we’re only just getting started.
Our ambition is to become one of the UK’s most admired hospitality brands and a globally recognised name within the world of Champagne.
To help us get there, we’re looking for an exceptional Brand & Growth Manager.
You’ll work directly with our Directors to grow the business through outstanding storytelling, exceptional content and commercially focused marketing. From increasing restaurant reservations and building wholesale relationships to filming in Champagne and launching new campaigns, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of Portfolio.
You will become one of the key people responsible for growing Portfolio Hospitality Group.
Purpose of the Role
To build the Portfolio brand while delivering measurable commercial growth across the business.
You’ll generate demand for our restaurant, bar, events, retail offering, wholesale distribution and online store by creating compelling stories, exceptional content and impactful marketing campaigns.
Ultimately, your role is simple:
Bring more people through our doors and make Portfolio impossible to ignore.
What You’ll OwnBrand
Become the guardian of the Portfolio brand.
Ensure every touchpoint reflects our positioning, from photography and design to language, campaigns and guest communications.
Growth
Develop and deliver campaigns that increase:
· Restaurant reservations
· Bar footfall
· Events and tastings
· Corporate bookings & private hire
· Gift voucher sales
· Wholesale accounts
· Retail sales
· Online store revenue
· Curated trip experiences
Always thinking commercially and measuring results.
Content
Plan, create and publish premium content including:
· Photography
· Videography
· Short-form video
· Behind-the-scenes content
· Producer stories
· Guest experiences
· Food and beverage photography
· Interviews and features
Every piece of content should inspire people to experience Portfolio.
Communications
Manage and develop our communication channels, including:
· Instagram
· TikTok
· LinkedIn
· Facebook
· Website
· Email newsletters
· Google Business Profile
Maintain a consistent brand voice across every platform.
PR & Partnerships
Develop relationships with:
· Journalists
· Influencers
· Hospitality publications
· Luxury lifestyle media
· Hotels
· Concierge teams
· Local businesses
· Brand partners
Generate meaningful exposure and long-term collaborations.
Digital Marketing
Manage and optimise:
· Meta advertising
· Google advertising
· Email marketing
· CRM campaigns
· Website performance
· SEO
Focus on measurable return on investment.
Performance
Analyse campaign performance and business results.
Present regular reports to the leadership team with recommendations for continual improvement.
Attend weekly leadership meetings and contribute commercially to business strategy.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who combines creativity with commercial thinking.
Someone who enjoys building brands as much as delivering measurable business growth.
You may currently work within:
· Premium hospitality
· Luxury retail
· Travel
· Premium drinks
· Boutique hotels
· Lifestyle brands
· Creative or marketing agencies
Skills & Experience
You’ll ideally have experience in:
· Marketing strategy
· Brand development
· Content creation
· Photography and videography
· Copywriting
· Social media management
· PR and partnerships
· Digital advertising
· CRM and email marketing
· Campaign analytics
Personal Qualities
You’ll be:
· Commercially minded
· Highly creative
· Exceptionally organised
· Curious and proactive
· Detail obsessed
· Confident working independently
· Passionate about hospitality
· Comfortable balancing strategy with execution
Success Measures
You’ll be measured on the growth of:
· Restaurant bookings
· Bar revenue
· Event attendance
· Retail sales
· Corporate enquiries
· Gift voucher sales
· Website traffic
· Mailing list subscribers
· PR coverage
· Campaign ROI
· Brand awareness
What We Offer
· £40,000 salary
· KPI Bonus structure
· Work travel to Champagne Region
· The opportunity to help shape an ambitious brand
· Creative freedom and genuine ownership
· Direct access to the Founder and director team
· Continuous learning and professional development
· A supportive, ambitious and high-performing environment
· Staff discounts and hospitality benefits
· The opportunity to grow into a senior leadership position as the business expands
Application Process
We’re looking for somebody who wants to build something remarkable with us.
To apply, please send your CV, a brief covering letter and a portfolio of any previous work to [email protected]
Application deadline: 15th August
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted as applications are received, with interviews taking place throughout the recruitment process. We are looking for someone to join the team as soon as possible. Notice periods will be respected.
Pay: £40,000.00 per year
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
