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Marketing and Business Development Manager

Agency: ARIAN&CO LIMITED T/A Taj Mahal, Irvine, Scotland

Location: United Kingdom

Salary: £33,000 – £40,000 annually

Employment type: Full-time

Summary

To create and implement organised marketing strategies to support business growth, we are looking for a Marketing and Business Development Manager. Increasing brand recognition, assessing market trends, and growing the company into the catering and events sector—including weddings, private parties, and corporate events—will be the main goals of the position. UK visa sponsorship is available.

Responsibilities

  • Create and implement marketing plans for takeaway, catering and franchise prospects.
  • Identify catering opportunities and potential franchise markets through market research.
  • Develop and oversee marketing initiatives for local advertising, social media and online platforms.
  • Maintain relationships with clients, corporate partners, event coordinators and potential franchise partners.
  • Drive brand growth and marketing efforts to support future franchise expansion.
  • Deploy and use CRM systems to manage leads, enquiries and customer interactions.
  • Analyse consumer data and campaign performance to improve marketing effectiveness and bookings.
  • Provide the management team with insights on marketing performance, market trends and expansion prospects.

Competencies

  • Strong grasp of brand building and marketing, preferably in food, takeaway, catering or franchising.
  • Ability to organise and execute local and digital marketing campaigns.
  • Knowledge of the UK market, including developments in franchise business, events and catering.
  • Experience with digital marketing: email campaigns, social media and online advertising.
  • Data analysis skills to identify patterns that promote company expansion.
  • CRM experience managing prospects and customer interactions.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with partners, stakeholders and clients.
  • Excellent organisational skills and ability to oversee multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Commercial insight that supports future franchise expansion and catering growth.

Benefits

  • Free or heavily discounted food.
  • Free parking and on-site parking options.
  • Relocation support.
  • Sick compensation.
  • UK visa sponsorship.
  • CV writing service.
  • Work from home flexibility.

Workplace

Location: Irvine, hybrid remote.

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