WHO WE ARE:

At CloserStill, we strive to deliver the best. We’re on a mission to be the most dynamic B2B events and communities business in every market we serve, bringing people together to learn, connect and grow.

Operating across five regions, we power over 200 market-leading events, publications and brands across Business Technologies, Healthcare, Learning, HR & Education, and Future Transport & Infrastructure. 

But what truly sets us apart is our people. 

Our teams are diverse, driven, and united by a shared commitment to excellence. Rooted in our core values of ownership, empathy, teamwork, integrity, and determination, we empower every employee to grow, shape their own path and make a meaningful impact.

Joining CloserStill means being part of something bigger - not just building events, but creating opportunities, connections, and lasting value for the communities we serve.

 WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We are looking for an experienced and driven Senior Marketing Manager to lead marketing activity across a portfolio of leading trade exhibitions and publications.

This role requires a strategic and hands-on marketer who can manage multiple campaigns and products simultaneously while delivering high-impact marketing activity. You will be confident managing marketing plans, analysing campaign performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams including sales, editorial, data, and digital.

You will also play a key role in leading and developing members of the marketing team, ensuring campaigns are delivered to a high standard and aligned with business objectives

THE ROLE:
As Senior Marketing Manager, you will develop and deliver marketing strategies for a portfolio of events and publications, ensuring strong audience engagement and successful event delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing effective marketing plans for exhibitions and magazines

• Creating audience development strategies and refining event positioning and messaging

• Leading the execution of multi-channel marketing campaigns and analysing performance

• Managing marketing budgets and ensuring campaigns deliver strong ROI

• Overseeing the creation of marketing collateral and ensuring brand consistency

• Managing and developing marketing team members, including setting objectives and supporting performance

• Working closely with internal teams, including sales, data, web, editorial and paid media

• Building partnerships with industry, media and external stakeholders

• Analysing registration, attendee and campaign data to optimise marketing performance

• Supporting events on-site, including marketing activations, social media content and visitor engagement

ABOUT YOU:

You will be a highly organised and commercially minded marketing professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering impactful marketing campaigns.

You will bring:

• Proven experience in marketing campaign management, ideally within events, exhibitions or publishing

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach and develop team members

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

• Experience managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Solid understanding of digital marketing platforms and analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics)

• Experience using marketing systems such as CMS platforms, CRM/email marketing tools and social media scheduling platforms

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and turn insights into actions

• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams

We do not offer sponsership for this role

CloserStill Media reserves the right to request a DBS or credit check should the role require it.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:

CloserStill Media embrace diversity in all its forms and are committed to continuing to develop a diverse and inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. 

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment based on merit without attention to age, ethnicity, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status or disability status.

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage, don't hesitate to get in touch with our HR team at hr@closerstillmedia.com.