Marketing Manager – Exhibitions & Events

Marketing Manager – Exhibitions & Events

📍 London (City) – Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days remote)
💼 Salary: c£50,000

About the Company

Our client is a leading international exhibitions and events business specialising in the food and drink sector. Partnering with major global brands, they deliver high-quality trade fairs and events across Europe, showcasing the very best in international food and cuisine.

With a strong reputation and ambitious growth plans, this is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in expanding their presence in the UK market.

The Role

We are seeking an ambitious, commercially driven Marketing Manager to join a London-based team. This is a hands-on role with full ownership of marketing strategy and execution for a flagship exhibition within a fast-growing sector.

Working closely with the Events Director and sales team, you will be responsible for driving high-quality attendance, generating exhibitor leads, and delivering data-led marketing campaigns that maximise ROI.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver integrated marketing campaigns to drive visitor acquisition, quality, and retention
• Generate targeted sales leads to support exhibitor growth
• Write and oversee compelling marketing copy across email, web, and digital channels
• Use data platforms (e.g. Apollo) to build, segment, and activate audiences
• Shape and position seminar programmes using audience insights to boost engagement
• Analyse campaign performance and continuously optimise for ROI
• Manage and mentor junior team members, including Social Media and Marketing Executives
• Lead social media strategy to increase reach and engagement
• Support global roadshow events, including marketing activity for the Italian country pavilion

Candidate Profile

• Fluent in English
• Proven experience in exhibition or event marketing (essential)
• Strong track record in lead generation and campaign delivery
• Data-driven mindset with experience using tools such as Apollo (or similar)
• Excellent copywriting and content skills
• Experience managing or mentoring team members
• Commercially focused, proactive, and results-oriented

What’s on Offer

• Base salary circa £50,000
• Hybrid working model
• High level of ownership and autonomy
• Opportunity to play a key role in launching and growing a brand in the UK
• Dynamic, international working environment within a thriving sector

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to:

Submit your up-to-date CV to Jonathan Grimes at jgrimes@languagebusiness.co.uk or call 07902 635305.