The University of Exeter is seeking an experienced and visionary Strategic Marketing Partner to join our External Engagement and Global (EEG) Directorate on a 12‑month fixed‑term basis.

This position allows hybrid working and will begin in January 2026. It may be offered as an internal secondment with approval.

The role will act as the strategic lead for faculty‑facing marketing and recruitment, driving success across our diverse on‑campus programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of integrated, evidence‑led marketing and recruitment strategies to support faculty objectives and international market growth.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and stakeholders to establish strategic priorities, deliver faculty‑level EEG plans, and enable effective service delivery across the marketing and recruitment portfolio.
• Commission, interpret, and present global trend data and competitor analysis to inform market‑led portfolio development and diversification.
• Provide actionable intelligence and insights to inform business strategy, reputation, branding, and communication (internal and external).
• Build and maintain robust relationships with internal and external stakeholders, fostering collaboration and alignment.
• Direct, motivate, and manage a high‑performing team to deliver impactful, customer‑focused projects.
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on campaign effectiveness, KPIs, and ROI, using insights to inform continuous improvement.
• Optimise allocated budgets through effective management and strategic procurement.

About You

• Significant experience in strategic marketing, communications, and recruitment, ideally within higher education or a similar environment.
• Proven leadership in developing and delivering impactful marketing strategies and plans.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and present insights clearly to diverse audiences.
• Excellent relationship‑building, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Demonstrable experience in project management, change management, and leading teams through transformation.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent, with evidence of ongoing professional development.

Benefits

• Flexible working opportunities
• 41 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Actively inclusive organisation ensuring equality and fairness for all
• Sector leading policies around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to 6 weeks full pay) and a Fertility Treatment Policy
• Multiple wellbeing and health initiatives for staff
• Onsite gyms on all of our campus’ and a cycle to work scheme
• Sustainability and the environment being at the heart of what we do
• Beautiful campus environment when working from either Exeter or Penryn
• Inspiring research that really makes a difference to the world

Further Information

Informal enquiries about the role should be directed to L. Burnett (Head of Campaigns) at l.burnett@exeter.ac.uk.

Starting salary will be from £50,253 on Grade G, depending on qualifications and experience.

Deadline for applications is 23:59 on 23 November 2025.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Marketing

Industries

Higher Education