We’re expanding! We’re looking for an experienced Marketing Manager to join the Lemon Tree team. This is a senior, full-time role - you’ll lead client strategy, line manage two Marketing Executives, and have a genuine say in how the agency develops.
Founded in 2019, Lemon Tree Digital Marketing is a full-service agency offering social media management, SEO, websites, email marketing, paid media, and strategic marketing consultancy. We’re a friendly, fast-growing team based in the centre of Honiton - find out more at and visit our Instagram @lemontreedigitalmarketing to see what we get up to!
The Role
As Marketing Manager, you’ll take ownership of a portfolio of client accounts - building strong relationships, setting strategy, and making sure the work we deliver is consistently excellent. You’ll also line manage two Marketing Executives, supporting their development and keeping things running smoothly day to day.
No two days are the same. One day you might be leading a strategy session for a client rebrand; the next you could be reviewing campaign performance, briefing the creative team, or joining a client at an event. You’ll work closely with the founder, and if you’ve got an idea, you’re trusted to run with it - evaluating performance and adjusting as you go.
Key Responsibilities
Including but not limited to:
- Leading on strategy and planning for a portfolio of client accounts across a range of sectors
- Acting as the senior point of contact for clients - building trust, managing expectations, and ensuring strong retention
- Line managing two Marketing Executives and coordinating freelancers, including regular check-ins, appraisals, and day-to-day support
- Overseeing the delivery of campaigns across social media, email, paid media, SEO, and content
- Working closely with the creative team to brief, review, and champion great work - and building a strong collaborative relationship across disciplines
- Monitoring and reporting on campaign performance, identifying opportunities for improvement
- Supporting new business activity, including contributing to pitches and proposals
- Championing and representing the Lemon Tree brand externally - at events, with clients, and within the wider industry
- Leading on how we can integrate ai within the business to benefit our clients
- Helping to develop internal processes and ways of working as the agency grows
What We're Looking For
Essential:
- Proven experience in a marketing or account management role, with at least 7 years in the industry
- Strong understanding of digital marketing channels, including social media, email, paid media, and SEO
- Experience managing or mentoring junior team members and freelancers, with the ability to motivate, inspire, and build strong working relationships across the team
- Excellent client-facing communication and relationship management skills
- Ability to think strategically and translate client goals into clear, actionable plans
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple accounts and deadlines
- Someone who gets things done without needing to be chased
Desirable:
- Experience working in a marketing agency environment
- Familiarity with tools such as Klaviyo, Meta Ads Manager, Google Ads, and WordPress
- Experience with reporting and analytics platforms, including Google Analytics 4
- An understanding of brand development and creative briefing
Culture & Benefits - Why Lemon Tree?
A few things that make Lemon Tree a good place to work:
- No corporate nonsense - we're a small team and we actually like each other
- We close over Christmas, and it doesn't affect your holiday allowance
- An extra day off for your birthday and one volunteering day each year
- Work laptop and phone provided
- Opportunities to attend events and award ceremonies - from local awards nights to client events (including things like equine competitions and the Devon Truck Show!)
- Work with a huge variety of clients across different sectors - no two accounts are the same
- Our office is in the centre of Honiton, about five minutes from the train station and right amongst the shops
- We’re small but growing fast - what you do here actually matters
- Bring an idea to the table and you’ll be encouraged to make it happen - no idea is too small
- You'll never look at a lemon the same way again...
Applications
Please include a cover letter - we’d love to hear about your experience and why Lemon Tree feels like the right next step for you. We'll also ask you to include a short example of a campaign you’re particularly proud of - tell us what it was, what your role was, and what made it a success.
Pay: £40,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- Can you commute to the Honiton office 2-3 days a week?
- Please include a short example of a campaign you’re particularly proud of - tell us what it was, what your role was, and what made it a success.
Experience:
- Marketing: 7 years (required)
Work Location: In person
