Overview
Hendy Group is a leading UK automotive retail group with over 160 years of heritage, representing a wide portfolio of well-known brands. We are seeking an ambitious Marketing Director to join our Operations Board and shape the future of our marketing strategy. This role is flexible on location, provided the candidate can reasonably commute to our operational regions/sites for occasional on-site requirements.
Responsibilities
* Define and own the marketing vision and strategy – ensuring alignment with Hendy Group’s wider business objectives and future growth ambitions.
* Lead and inspire the marketing function – building capability, developing talent, and fostering a culture of creativity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
* Shape and protect the Hendy brand – enhancing brand equity and positioning across all customer touchpoints and external partnerships.
* Drive digital transformation – championing investment in data, CRM, and marketing technology to improve insight, customer experience, and efficiency.
* Influence the business at Board level – contributing to strategic decision-making, providing market and customer insights, and advising on growth opportunities.
* Build strong stakeholder relationships – acting as a trusted partner to OEMs, external agencies, and internal business leaders to maximise marketing effectiveness.
* Ensure marketing governance and ROI – setting clear performance measures, managing budgets effectively, and ensuring compliance with brand and regulatory standards.
About You
* Extensive experience in senior marketing leadership roles, ideally within automotive, retail or customer-focused industries.
* A strong track record of shaping brand strategy and delivering measurable commercial impact.
* Expertise in digital transformation, customer engagement, and CRM-driven marketing.
* Exceptional leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to operate confidently at Board level.
* A degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field (CIM qualifications desirable).
The Rewards
* Competitive salary and performance-related bonus; structured career with opportunities for personal development and training.
* Bespoke induction and learning programme with comprehensive ongoing training.
* Car benefit scheme (if relevant to role requirements).
* Enhanced family leave benefit; Life Insurance; Bupa Healthcare Cash Plan for you and your family.
* Opportunity to join the company pension scheme.
* 23 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service.
* Discounts on new and used vehicles, service and parts; various perks and discounts with high street and online retailers.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Seniority level: Director
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Marketing and Sales
* Industries: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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