Marketing Manager – Futurebuild

Established in 2003, Media 10 is one of the UK’s leading media and events companies, producing award-winning exhibitions, conferences, publications and digital platforms across the design, interiors, lifestyle and built environment sectors. Our portfolio includes some of the most influential trade events in the UK, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors and industry professionals each year. Innovation, creativity and exceptional customer experiences sit at the heart of everything we do. We are passionate about delivering market-leading events and seek individuals who share our ambition, energy and commitment to excellence. The portfolio * UK Construction Week London * UK Construction Week Birmingham * Futurebuild * Stone & Surfaces Show Together, these brands play a critical role in shaping industry conversations around innovation, sustainability, technology and the future of the built environment. The role We’re seeking an experienced and highly motivated Marketing Manager to lead the strategy and delivery of the Futurebuild marketing campaigns, driving exhibitor engagement, sponsorship visibility, and visitor attendance. This is a pivotal role within the portfolio, responsible for ensuring our shows remain the most recognised and commercially successful brands in the construction events calendar. Key responsibilities Strategic planning and delivery * Develop and execute a comprehensive marketing strategy for the Futurebuild event, aligned with commercial and brand objectives. * Identify key audience segments across the construction supply chain and deliver targeted campaigns to attract visitors, exhibitors, and sponsors. * Monitor market trends and competitor activity to keep Futurebuild at the forefront of the industry. * Build the Futurebuild community through 365 engagement campaigns. Campaign management * Plan and manage integrated multi-channel campaigns across digital, social, print, email, PR, and partnerships. * Oversee all creative, messaging, and content to ensure consistency with Futurebuild’s brand and tone of voice. * Track campaign performance, analyse data, and report on key metrics including visitor acquisition, conversion, and ROI. * Develop and execute the 365 campaign delivering podcasts, webinars and digital content to create an engaged community. Content and communications * Develop and manage engaging, insight-driven content that reinforces Futurebuild’s position as the platform that brings together innovations and solutions to create a more sustainable built environment. * Collaborate with editorial, partnerships, and design teams to produce promotional assets, newsletters, press releases, and video content. Stakeholder and partner management * Build and maintain strong relationships with exhibitors, sponsors, media partners, associations, and internal stakeholders. * Support exhibitor marketing initiatives and ensure sponsors receive maximum exposure pre, during, and post-event. Team leadership * Manage and mentor the current marketing team, fostering a culture of creativity, accountability, and continuous improvement. * Coordinate with the wider Media 10 marketing team to share learnings, insights, and best practices across the portfolio. About you * Proven experience in event marketing, ideally within B2B exhibitions or conferences. * Strong understanding of audience acquisition, digital marketing, and lead generation. * Strategic thinker with excellent project management skills and attention to detail. * Confident communicator, comfortable liaising with senior stakeholders and partners. * Experienced in using CRM, email automation, and analytics tools to inform decisions. * Passionate about the sustainable construction and built environment sector (or eager to learn). What we offer * Competitive salary and discretionary performance-based bonuses * Opportunity to lead marketing for the UK’s most established construction event brand * A collaborative, creative working environment with room for professional growth * 25 days annual leave * One day off for your birthday, (with a gift and cake) * Enhanced maternity and paternity leave * Two legendary parties per year, Summer and Christmas * A supportive, social, and vibrant team environment Join the team behind the event that builds the future of construction. This role is based at our head office in Loughton, Monday to Friday. J-18808-Ljbffr