As Marketing Manager, you'll take ownership of our marketing function and guide both the strategic direction and execution of campaigns across our client portfolio. You'll lead a high-performing team of marketers, manage Tier One client accounts, and collaborate closely with our Commercial Manager and Creative Director to ensure exceptional campaign delivery, client retention, and business growth.
Work Pattern:
Full-time (Monday to Friday)
Work-from-home every Wednesday
About Rapid
Rapid Agency
is an award-winning, independently owned creative marketing agency based in Belfast's Titanic Quarter. With over 60 clients on the go each month, we deliver bold, insight-led work across our three core divisions:
Brand, Web, and Marketing
.
We're not here to do "just enough". We're here to make people look twice. From global campaigns to grassroots rebrands, we build standout brands, beautiful websites, and marketing that actually performs, all under one roof.
Named
Belfast Chamber's Creative Business of the Year 2023-2024
and
Digital Business of the Year 2022-2023
, we're proud to partner with some of the most exciting brands across lifestyle, retail, hospitality, culture and cause-led sectors.
Our team is our secret weapon, a talented, tight-knit crew of designers, strategists, developers and performance marketers who move fast, think big, and have plenty of craic along the way. (We're massive fans of The Traitors, but we promise there's no backstabbing in the office.)
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the Marketing Function:
Own the direction, performance, and success of Rapid's marketing department, ensuring team output is strategic, creative, and results-focused.
Team Leadership:
Guide, support, and develop the marketing team -- leading on strategy, performance, and delivery. Monitor and help team members achieve their individual KPIs.
Campaign Strategy & Execution:
Oversee the planning and execution of client campaigns, ensuring alignment with business objectives across Organic Socials, Paid Media, and Content Creation.
Tier One Client Management:
Personally manage a selection of high-value client accounts, offering senior-level strategy, support, and relationship building.
Client Growth:
Proactively identify and pitch additional services or campaign enhancements that align with client goals, in collaboration with the Commercial Manager.
Industry Leadership:
Stay up-to-date with platform updates, algorithm changes, and marketing trends -- and drive the implementation of best practices across the team.
Cross-functional Collaboration:
Work closely with the
Commercial Manager
to support client retention and relationship-building.
Collaborate with the
Creative Director
and design team to ensure campaign work is innovative, visually impactful, and strategically aligned.
Agency Growth:
Contribute to the next phase of Rapid's growth by scaling marketing operations, refining service offerings, and helping shape the future of the agency's client experience.
What You'll Bring
Proven experience in a senior marketing role (agency experience preferred)
In-depth knowledge of Organic Socials, Paid Media strategy, and Content Creation
Demonstrated ability to lead and grow a team, manage KPIs, and deliver exceptional results
Strategic mindset with commercial acumen and client-first thinking
Strong communication and leadership skills, both internally and externally
A passion for innovation, creative marketing, and staying ahead of industry trends
Why Rapid?
A creatively ambitious team who support and challenge each other
A valued voice in the room and the chance to help shape our creative output
Exposure to exciting, high-growth brands
Regular team days, cultural outings, and learning opportunities
A studio culture that celebrates being bold, honest, and human
Perks and Benefits:
City based Studio with Free Parking, Canteen and On-Site Gym Facilities
Annual Salary Increases based on KPIs
Team Days Out for Team Building, Networking, Conferences and Seminars
Social Working Hours - we finish each day at 4:30pm
32 Days Annual Leave
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: 35,000.00-40,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
Performance bonus
Benefits:
Canteen
Casual dress
Company events
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Discounted or free food
Free parking
Gym membership
On-site gym
On-site parking
Private dental insurance
Private medical insurance
Sick pay
Transport links
Work from home
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Experience:
Marketing: 4 years (preferred)
Marketing management: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (required)
Location:
Belfast BT3 9DT (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Belfast BT3 9DT