Enable job alerts via email!

Marketing Director

St Ewe Free Range Eggs Ltd, incorporated

United Kingdom

On-site

GBP 90,000 - 100,000

Full time

Today

Be an early applicant

Generate a tailored resume in minutes

Land an interview and earn more. Learn more

Job summary

A leading free-range egg producer in the UK is seeking a Marketing Director to drive brand leadership and sustainable growth. You will develop long-term strategies and inspire a high-performing team to achieve ambitious commercial goals. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in premium FMCG with full P&L responsibility. Benefits include a salary range of £90k-£100k, private medical insurance, and more. Closing date for applications is 30th January 2026.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Health cashback scheme

Increased pension contributions

Team days

Free eggs

Qualifications

Proven Marketing Director/senior marketing leader within premium FMCG.
Track record of driving growth in competitive categories.
Full ownership of brand P&L and marketing investment (≥£5m).

Responsibilities

Drive sustainable, profitable growth through brand leadership.
Develop and deliver long-term brand and marketing strategy.
Inspire and develop a high-performing marketing team.

Skills

Strategic planning

Commercial and financial acumen

Excellent communication skills

We have come a long way since the beginning of our free‑range journey in 2007, and with over 40 years of farming experience under our belts, we have always remained true to our deep‑rooted family values, and mission: to be leaders of innovation, warriors of welfare, championing British farming, and turning our business into a force for good.

Our story is written by our exceptional team of talented, passionate people (and hens) striving every day to make our mission a reality.

We have a ‘get stuck in’ attitude with an aim to enable our team to have a voice, as we believe in equality and an environment where you will spread your wings, and flourish. As we grow, our values help to keep our feet on the ground and true to the purpose on which our business was founded.

St Ewe believes in a fairer future for all, and we know that by working together we can do much, much more. We believe that everyone has the right to live without fear or prejudice regardless of race, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, social class, religion and belief.

Everyone should be able to make a full contribution to society in their own unique way and live in a world which demonstrates respect and values diversity. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will do everything we can to accommodate them.

Your Role

The Marketing Director is a core member of the Executive Team, accountable for driving sustainable, profitable growth through brand leadership, innovation and customer strategy.

This role positions marketing as a primary engine of commercial performance, responsible for building brand equity, shaping category growth and unlocking long‑term consumer demand. Working closely with Sales, Operations, Finance and the wider business, the Marketing Director plays a critical role in defining and delivering St Ewe’s growth ambitions.

Key Accountabilities

Brand & Growth Strategy

Develop and deliver the long‑term brand and marketing strategy aligned to business objectives
Define clear brand growth drivers and translate them into actionable areas

Ensure brand and product propositions are clearly differentiated and consumer‑led.

Strengthen St Ewe’s position as a premium, purpose‑led category leader.

Balance short‑term wins with long‑term platform innovation.

Commercial Performance

Own marketing investment strategy, budget management and ROI measurement
Define and track key marketing performance metrics, insight and competitive intelligence
Partner with the Sales Director to shape customer, channel and commercial strategies
Contribute directly to revenue, margin and brand profitability performance

Leadership & Culture

Lead, inspire and develop a high‑performing marketing team
Build capability, succession and a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
Champion St Ewe's values and role‑model collaborative leadership across the business

External Profile

Act as a senior ambassador for St Ewe within the industry
Build strategic partnerships and identify opportunities for collaboration and growth
Represent the brand with credibility, confidence and purpose

What does success look like?

A clear brand direction that people inside and outside the business believe in:

Innovation that delivers measurable commercial returns
Marketing seen as a driver of growth
Strong alignment across Marketing, Sales, Operations and Finance
A motivated, high‑performing team growing with the business

Skills Required

Strategic planning
Ability to create and execute a clear vision and plan
Proven ability to set targets, manage KPIs and deliver results, supported by a positive track record in outcomes‑focused business planning, forecasting and risk management
Commercial and financial acumen
Category literacy and ability to shape a category approach with key customers
Experience across multiple consumer and customer touchpoints – media, PR, digital, activation & events
Ability to influence and collaborate with a wide range of senior stakeholders
Excellent communication, organisational and administrative skills

Relevant Experience