Marketing Executive HYBRID / LOCATION (1 - 2 days/week in the office) SALARY: £35,000 Times Higher Education is the data provider underpinning university excellence in every continent across the world. As the company behind the world’s most influential university ranking, and with almost five decades of experience as a source of analysis and insight on higher education, we have unparalleled expertise on the trends underpinning university performance globally. Our data and benchmarking tools are used by many of the world’s most prestigious universities to help them achieve their strategic goals and our events series act as the home of higher education thought leadership around the world. About the role: As the Marketing and Partnerships Executiv e you will take ownership of all marketing aspects, working to develop & consolidate our regional portfolio of client s; universities and government bodies, with in the higher sector throughout Europe and the UK. Y our predominant focus will be on build ing aw areness of Times Higher Education ’s commercial services within three core business verticals – Data & Analytics, Digital Products and Events. This role is perfect for a passionate, hard - working individual seeking to join a rapidly growing company. Based i n London or Madrid, this role provid es Marketin g & Partnerships support to our regional team based in London and Madrid. Additionally, this highly collaborative role works closely with our commercial, marketing, data, editorial a nd event teams across the world. Th e position will empower you to grow your strategic marketing skil l s, optimise your ability to drive new partnerships and build strong relationships with clients. The company achieves high customer satisfaction levels, an d thus the Marketing & Partnerships Executive must possess exceptional interaction skills, clear communication methods, a strong sense of integrity, and a personable nature in order to deliver a sup erb client experience. Key activities Direct Marketing: - Leverage direct marketing channels to target new customers and drive loyalty for existing customers. - Plan, execute and optimize digital marketing campaigns (email/database marketing) in line with corporate identity to increase brand awareness and market sh are. Website & Social Media Management: - Research and recommend new regionally relevant social media channels. - Oversee the running and effective communication of all relevant social marketing channels. Continuously monitor data and optimize strategies for b etter penetration rates. - Evaluate the effectiveness of marketing channels and activities Editorial & Design Support: - Content planning, coordination and generation in collaboration with Editorial. - Design creatives (web) that clearly communicate our bran d and value proposition for our business development teams and advertising stakeholders in c ollaboration with Design. Marketing Intelligence: - Intel ligence gathering and dissemination via team meetings and management reports. - Deliver recommendations and insights on state of play in the higher education market. Events and operations: - Spearhead marketing initiatives around THE events run in Europe and The UK. Skills & Experience Needed : • Ability to b uild a network of key contacts within the higher educati on sector • Advanced written, verbal communication & presentation skills • Strong commercial orientation • Proactive, flexible, motivated and results - oriented approach • A bility to build relationships with a wide range of personalities, abilities and cultures • S t rength in creative thinking including the ability to c onceptualise, d evelop and present partnership opportunities • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team • Clear understanding of business goals and global data strategy • Ability to work to dead lines in a fast - paced environment Desirable Skills : • Knowledge of the Highe r Education sector • A European language would be an advantage but not essential • Content creation and management experience is an advantage You do You You do You. With colleagues located around the world, we know that our individuality and diversity of experiences are our greatest strengths. That’s why we want THE to be a place where you are welcome to be who you want to be at work; where you can share whatever part of your life or self-identity you want, without obligation or facing discrimination; and where all abilities and perspectives are recognised and accommodated.