Head of Brand and Support Marketing, GUARDIAN NEWS AND MEDIA

Head of Brand and Support Marketing, GUARDIAN NEWS AND MEDIA Join our team at the Guardian and be part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless, investigative journalism and holds power to account. Our award‑winning journalists, cutting‑edge commercial professionals, and industry‑leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We offer a challenging and exciting environment for career development, with a focus on training, growth and fostering an inclusive culture. We are now looking for a Head of Brand and Support Marketing to lead Brand and Support Marketing for the Guardian and inspire the team and agencies to deliver consistently excellent marketing communications. This role will build global consideration for the Guardian brand, creating prospect pools of customers which will ultimately deliver commercial revenue across the business, as well as overseeing a campaign calendar bringing our editorial values to life in order to directly drive support from our audiences. About The Role Define and evolve the overarching brand strategy in alignment with company vision, editorial mission, audience growth goals and research insights. Set clear team strategy and KPIs that feed into the department strategy and are widely understood in the team. Brand leadership within Marketing & Reader Revenues, crafting and activating an annual plan that brings the Guardian’s brand and support propositions to life through marketing activities and partnerships globally, leading the internal team and external agencies to pursue standards of excellence. Deliver a calendar of global support‑driving campaigns, demonstrating innovation and high levels of collaboration and directly driving reader revenue into the business. Brand guardianship globally – maintaining and implementing Guardian brand guidelines across all Guardian communications. Work closely with the Marketing Design Director and others to evolve and enforce the brand through all audience‑facing touchpoints. About You Extensive experience in a brand marketing role. Excellent creative judgement and design eye. Brand leadership including major, complex campaign delivery. Commercially fluent and customer‑centric with a proven track record of delivering impactful marketing campaigns. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including influencing and presenting, particularly at a senior level. Inspirational leader with a clear vision, who also enjoys working as part of a team. We operate in a hybrid environment, usually working 3 days a week from our offices in Kings Cross and 2 days a week remotely. How To Apply To apply, please upload your latest CV and a cover letter which outlines why you’d love to take on this role, and why you’re a great match for what we’re looking for. Closing Date The closing date for applications is 6pm, Wednesday 10th December 2025. Job Details Seniority level: Executive Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Marketing and Sales Industries: Advertising Services Benefits 30 days of annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase an additional 5 days. Pension scheme: contribute 5% and receive 8‑12% depending on age. 2 volunteering days annually and payroll giving. Season ticket loans available. Entitlement to private healthcare, life cover, income protection, eye tests, and optional dental insurance. Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies. IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy. Wellbeing: free yoga/Pilates, corporate gym membership, cycle to work scheme. Canteen with views overlooking Regent’s Canal. Learning and Development: access to broad range of tools and support pursuit of professional qualifications. EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer. We value and respect all differences and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr