Nigel Wright are delighted to be partnering with Great Rail Journeys to recruit a Head of Marketing Operations.
Great Rail Journeys is the UK’s leading provider of holidays by rail, offering escorted tours, river cruises and tailormade adventures across more than 40 countries worldwide. With five decades of experience, they are experts in showcasing the beauty and diversity of the destinations they travel to, taking people to places only rail can reach.
As Head of Marketing Operations, you’ll lead the central marketing support functions, ensuring high‑quality, insight‑led delivery across content, PR, partnerships and organic social for both the UK and US markets. You’ll play a key role in protecting and strengthening the Great Rail Journeys brand, driving consistency, quality and commercial focus across all marketing outputs. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you’ll make sure all marketing plans are insight‑led, commercially focused and aligned to business objectives.
Key attributes
* Highly‑organised and used to high ‑volumes — you’ll be able to spin multiple plates, plan large print programmes and manage workflows flawlessly.
* “Internal agency” mindset — enabling rather than dictating; low‑ego, high‑humility leader who gets the best from studio, content, and regional teams.
* Strong eye for brand standards — ensures consistency across regions, channels and formats (digital assets, brochures, letters).
* Excellent project manager familiar with tools like Monday.com; thrives in structured, process‑led environments.
* Strong business partner who can influence regional teams.
* Your background – fast fashion, retail and agency are well suited.
The role is based in Great Rail Journeys York Head Office with hybrid working and offers a range of employee benefits including Pension Salary Exchange, Healthcare Cashback Plan, Life Cover, Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Schemes, Colleague Discounts on Tours, and 33 days holiday with the ability to Buy/Sell annual leave.
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