Job Description
Head of Marketing
Location: Cirencester, GL7 6JS
Salary: Grade 9 - £44,746 to £56,535 per annum depending on experience
Hours: Permanent, full-time (35 hours per week)
Flexible working options considered
For 180 years, the University has been shaping the future of land, food, and agricultural education. Today, as the sector evolves at pace, they continue to lead the way - combining world class teaching, strong industry partnerships and a commitment to innovation. They are now looking for an exceptional Head of Marketing to help drive the next chapter of their growth.
About the role
As Head of Marketing, you will provide strategic leadership and creative direction for the University's marketing activity. Working closely with the Student Recruitment Team, you will bring cohesion and impact to how the University presents itself across all channels, helping to strengthen their brand, elevate their profile, and support ambitious recruitment targets.
You will be responsible for:
- Developing and delivering integrated marketing strategies aligned to the University's vision and values
- Ensuring brand consistency and championing best practice across the institution
- Leading the creation and delivery of key publications, campaigns, and flagship events
- Managing non student recruitment marketing to enhance reputation and engagement
- Monitoring performance, optimising activity, and using data to drive continuous improvement
This is a senior role within the External Relations Directorate, reporting to the Director of External Relations and contributing to a collaborative, supportive, and high performing team.
About you
You will bring a strong track record of shaping and implementing effective marketing strategies, with hands on experience across digital and print channels. You will be confident working with creative and media agencies, delivering campaigns that perform and resonate. You'll also have experience using CMS platforms and an understanding of accessibility, usability, and user focused design.
Experience in higher education is an advantage, but not essential. What matters most is your ability to lead, inspire, innovate, and deliver.
Why join them?
Set in stunning surroundings on the edge of the Cotswolds, the University offers an exceptional working environment and a generous range of staff benefits, including:
- 35 hour working week
- 30 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
- Competitive pension scheme
- Free, guaranteed on campus parking
- Discounted catering facilities
- Discounted onsite gym
- Free library services
- Employee assistance programme
- Occupational health and counselling support
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Extensive staff development opportunities
Further details of the full range of staff benefits available can be found on their website.
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable University, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.
Closing date: Sunday 15 th February 2026
Interviews: w/c 2 nd March and 9 th March
The University is an equal opportunities employer and they particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the University at this level
