More than you expected
Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 73,000 people in over 150 countries. We're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That's Grant Thornton.
Job Description:
NEW GROUND WON’T BREAK ITSELF.
Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals.
Our Audit practice is entering an ambitious phase of growth, with a focus on the FTSE 350 market, as well as maintaining our success in the mid-market. We intend to build a brand in the market synonymous with quality and excellent client service, bolstering the strength of our Firm wide brand. To support this exciting ambition, we are seeking a skilled and experienced Audit Marketing Manager.
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing marketing strategies to support the long term growth ambitions of our Audit practice in both the public interest entity (PIE) and private capital (PC) markets .
We’re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we’ll support you to balance your work and life.
A look into the role
As a Marketing Manager within our audit marketing team you will:
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Develop and execute a strategic marketing plan to support growth in both the PIE and Private Capital markets for the audit business and ensuring it links in with other areas of our audit business (eg financial services, pensions, entrepreneurial services)
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Collaborate with the audit leadership team to align marketing efforts with business objectives and client acquisition targets, ensuring we meet regulatory requirements around our efforts
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Build a strong brand positioning for the audit practice across all markets aligning closely to the Firm’s brand. Ensure this is reflected across all go to market channels (web, social, internal etc)
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Identify and capitalise on opportunities to create thought leadership content, industry insights and events to position the firm as a leader in the market, ensuring a constant drumbeat in the market.
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Support the business on its confidence in the use of digital and social channels in building personal brand, and brand for the audit practice
Knowing you’re right for us
We’ve set ambitious growth targets for the firm, and we need the right people to help us achieve these. We’re looking for people who will bring ambition and drive to their role. In changing markets, we need to be able to work at pace and be adaptable to change and to be curious, asking questions of ourselves, each other and our clients to ensure we are delivering the services and quality we expect.
Joining us as a manager the minimum criteria you’ll need is to have experience of working in a marketing management role, ideally within a B2B capacity. It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, we’ll help you develop along the way.
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An understanding of the audit industry or professional services would be beneficial, along with a proven track record of successful marketing in a similar context
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An understanding of the regulatory backdrop of the audit industry
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Demonstrable experience of collaborating and internally to deliver a strategic marketing plan
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Experience of supporting senior stakeholders against an ambitious growth agenda
Knowing we’re right for you
The culture at Grant Thornton is what sets us apart, we’re known for our inclusive culture and creating environments where all our people can flourish. The things that set you apart, we value them, and this helps us all to perform at our best.
Our values are the unwavering principles that shape our daily behaviours and decisions, alongside our drive to do the right thing. We’re looking for people who align with our values and are purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind. You can learn more about our values in practice here.
It’s not just about our culture and values, in addition to a competitive salary and reward package, us you’ll also get:
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Tailored development programmes and access to coaching
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Flexible bank holidays – allowing you to celebrate the days that are important to you
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Benefits including pension, life assurance and private medical, additional holiday purchasing and health benefits
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Any benefits giving you access to shopping discounts, gym memberships, financial advice
And more. Visit our benefits section to read more.
How we work
We have a trust-based way of working, driven by responsible people who have the best interests of our firm and our clients at heart. Our how we work framework gives flexibility in where, how, and when we work to deliver the best results for our clients, whilst helping you keep a balance between work and life. Life is more than work, the things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles. That is how it should be.
We’re looking for people who can help drive the business forward, who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It’s how it should be.
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