Job Description
Marketing and Business Development Manager
Agency: ARIAN&CO LIMITED T/A Taj Mahal, Irvine, Scotland
Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £33,000 – £40,000 annually
Employment type: Full-time
Summary
To create and implement organised marketing strategies to support business growth, we are looking for a Marketing and Business Development Manager. Increasing brand recognition, assessing market trends, and growing the company into the catering and events sector-including weddings, private parties, and corporate events-will be the main goals of the position. UK visa sponsorship is available.
Responsibilities
- Create and implement marketing plans for takeaway, catering and franchise prospects.
- Identify catering opportunities and potential franchise markets through market research.
- Develop and oversee marketing initiatives for local advertising, social media and online platforms.
- Maintain relationships with clients, corporate partners, event coordinators and potential franchise partners.
- Drive brand growth and marketing efforts to support future franchise expansion.
- Deploy and use CRM systems to manage leads, enquiries and customer interactions.
- Analyse consumer data and campaign performance to improve marketing effectiveness and bookings.
- Provide the management team with insights on marketing performance, market trends and expansion prospects.
Competencies
- Strong grasp of brand building and marketing, preferably in food, takeaway, catering or franchising.
- Ability to organise and execute local and digital marketing campaigns.
- Knowledge of the UK market, including developments in franchise business, events and catering.
- Experience with digital marketing: email campaigns, social media and online advertising.
- Data analysis skills to identify patterns that promote company expansion.
- CRM experience managing prospects and customer interactions.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with partners, stakeholders and clients.
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to oversee multiple projects and deadlines.
- Commercial insight that supports future franchise expansion and catering growth.
Benefits
- Free or heavily discounted food.
- Free parking and on-site parking options.
- Relocation support.
- Sick compensation.
- UK visa sponsorship.
- CV writing service.
- Work from home flexibility.
Workplace
Location: Irvine, hybrid remote.