Marketing and Communications Operations Manager - Dulwich College
About the Role
The Marketing and Communications Operations Manager will drive the day-to-day operational excellence and strategic delivery of the marketing communications and digital functions.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategic Support
Implement the Marketing and Communications Strategy to ensure the College communicates in a consistent, accurate and professional fashion with all its stakeholders
Translate strategic objectives into clear, actionable plans across marketing, communications and digital functions
Act as deputy to the Director of Communications, representing in meetings, strategic discussions and external forums as required
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and professional development within the team
Market Research & Insight
Lead the market research function, overseeing audience segmentation, trend monitoring, competitor analysis, and insight reporting
Use data and research findings to inform and improve marketing strategies and campaign decision making
Commission or undertake demographic and economic reviews
Operational Management
Line manage the MarComms team of six, ensuring members have clear roles, responsibilities and goals, managing performance and potential, and implementing staff development needs
Oversee daily operations across marketing, communications and digital, ensuring efficient workflows and coordinated campaign delivery
Facilitate regular cross-departmental meetings, ensuring clear information flow between strategy and implementation
Maintain consistent brand messaging across all outputs and ensure compliance with data protection (e.g. GDPR)
Oversee quality control and drive process improvement
Skills and Knowledge
Strong people management, organisational and project management skills
Analytical capability to interpret market and campaign data and translate findings into strategic recommendations
Strong verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and present to stakeholders at all levels and collaborate across teams and departments
Excellent literacy skills, including writing creative and engaging copy, proofreading and correcting content
Knowledge and understanding of: media landscape, briefing and design processes, content creation, external supplier liaison
Proficiency with CRM, marketing automation platforms and analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics)
Working knowledge of digital marketing disciplines, including SEO, content marketing, and paid digital advertising, and social media
Person Specification
Degree in marketing, communications, business, or related fields
Advanced qualifications in marketing analytics, digital marketing or operations management desirable
5+ years’ experience in marketing operations or related functions
Proven experience managing teams across marketing, communications and digital disciplines
Demonstrated capability in leading market research and data-driven marketing strategies
Personal Attributes
Inspiring and empathetic contributor who champions individual talents and encourages honest collaboration
Clear and thoughtful communicator who inspires through feedback and leads with transparency
Brings structure without stifling – bridging creativity with deadlines and accountability
Adaptable and decisive, knowing when to guide and when to give autonomy
Competitive
Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Closing Date
Closing Date: 1 May 2026
1st round interviews will take place online during the week commencing 4 May 2026
2nd round interviews will take place on site during the week commencing 11 May 2026
The College reserves the right to close the vacancy early should the need arise; early application is therefore encouraged.
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