Marketing Manager

Marketing Manager – South East

Location: Canterbury

Salary: C£40k (dependent on experience) with discretionary bonus

Job Type: Full-time

Hybrid role: 3 days in office

Looking to lead transformative marketing campaigns, shape brand strategy, and make a real impact in the transport industry?

At Stagecoach South East, we’re on a mission to redefine public transport through smart, effective, and engaging marketing and we’re looking for a Marketing Manager to help lead the charge.

You’ll be the voice of Stagecoach in the region, driving both local and national marketing strategies, building strong stakeholder relationships, and ensuring our brand is clearly and consistently represented across all channels.

What will you be doing?

• Delivering the Stagecoach national and local marketing strategies across South East
• Developing and executing regional marketing campaigns that resonate with local audiences
• Identifying key target markets and ensuring brand alignment across all communications
• Acting as the trusted marketing partner for stakeholders within your region
• Working with central teams to ensure consistency, simplification, and alignment with wider business goals
• Leading brand development initiatives and championing our values throughout the region
• Using data to inform decisions, track performance, and drive results

What do you need to apply?

• Proven experience as a Marketing Manager, preferably in a service-led industry
• Strong campaign management, project delivery, and brand strategy experience
• A professional qualification such as CIM (or equivalent) is desirable
• Passion for the transport sector and an understanding of its societal and environmental importance
• Creative problem-solving ability and a results-driven mindset
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong communication skills and confidence working cross-functionally
• Analytical skills with a keen eye for insights and performance metrics
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure

Why choose Stagecoach?

• Competitive salary and excellent benefits
• Opportunity to shape a regional brand within a nationally recognised business
• Free travel for you and a companion, plus great employee discounts
• Inclusive and supportive workplace culture
• Be part of a company that’s driving sustainable and community-focused transport solutions

Ready to lead the marketing transformation of an industry? Click apply now and join our passionate team.

We’re proudly an inclusive employer

Stagecoach is committed to building a workplace where everyone can be themselves. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, genders, ethnicities, abilities, neurotypes, religions, and sexual orientations.

We also live by our five values across Stagecoach:

We plan for the future, We do the right thing, We are stronger together, We are down to earth, and We support communities.

Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age.

Location:

Stagecoach South East Head Office The Bus Station, St George's Lane, Canterbury Kent CT1 2SY