Assistant Marketing Manager

Join Our Food Marketing Team as an Assistant Marketing Manager! Are you passionate about creating customer-focused campaigns that deliver real commercial impact? We’re looking for an Assistant Marketing Manager to help shape compelling category propositions and bring them to life across multiple channels. In this role, you’ll work closely with stakeholders across trading, product development, and marketing to plan and execute campaigns that drive footfall and sales. You’ll manage relationships, craft inspiring briefs, and ensure consistent messaging across all touchpoints—from in-store to social and beyond. If you’re highly organised, creative, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is your chance to make a big impact in one of the UK’s most loved brands. Due to high interest, this role may close earlier than advertised. We reccomened applying as soon as possible. What You’ll Do Support the Category Marketing Manager in delivering customer-relevant propositions and campaigns that drive commercial results Handle day-to-day partner relationships and act as the key contact for category marketing Plan and deliver authentic, customer-focused campaigns aligned with Food Marketing strategy Ensure consistency and accuracy of messaging across all touchpoints for new propositions and product launches Conduct post-implementation reviews to collect learnings and provide recommendations for future activities Who You Are Ability to create clear, engaging customer-centric marketing briefs Strong planning and organisational skills Campaign and project management expertise Excellent communication and partner management skills Creative eye with meticulous attention to detail, combined with resilience and adaptability What’s in it for You? Working at M&S means being part of something bigger – delivering quality, value and service to millions of customers every day. We’re inclusive, fast-moving and always evolving, with a strong sense of purpose and a focus on doing the right thing. 20% colleague discount for you + 1 household member (after probation) Competitive holiday allowance + option to buy more Discretionary bonus schemes linked to performance Strong pension + life assurance Tailored induction + training from day one Perks and savings via M&S Choices portal Market-leading family policies (parental, adoption, neonatal leave) 24/7 wellbeing support (GP access + mental health services) 1 paid volunteer day a year Everyone’s Welcome We are ambitious about the future of retail – disrupting, innovating and leading into a more inspiring digital era. We want diverse, representative teams where everyone can bring their whole selves to work. If you need support or adjustments during recruitment, let us know in your application. Our team will make sure you have what you need to do your best. #LI-Hybrid #hybridrole