FITZROY The SG Group Limited http://www.thesggroup.co.uk/ en-uk http://Fitzroy.datatherapy.com/jobs/ASJ-069767.htm Our client, a prominent government organisation, is currently seeking an experienced marketing professional to come in and support a significant project. Establishing a new, ‘commercially focused’ marketing department, this is a unique opportunity to develop and refine a marketing team as this organisation develops its own commercial processes and ability. Whilst working with the Marketing Director, you will be reporting directly into the Contracts MD – a new appointee too. It is therefore imperative that you are very focussed on account management framework, pricing mechanisms, the team structure and build. Working in central London (although this is an international marketing role) for the next 3-6 months in this high-profile, commercial position as Interim Head of Marketing, Programmes and Projects, you will: * Establish and implement a business and market research function * Support the team in sustaining business * Establish and implement a pricing policy A superb opportunity for the right professional to influence this unique organisation, this challenging position is not to be missed. In order to apply for this London-based contract role as Interim Head of Marketing, Programmes and Projects, you must have: * A track record in establishing pricing policies * Experience of establishing a business and market research function * Experience of setting up a B2B marketing department If you are able to offer the expertise we week and are available to work in London for 12 months, please send your CV to Susi Jenkins in order to receive further details immediately. http://Fitzroy.datatherapy.com/jobs/MWP-069903.htm Responsible for establishing online as a core and stable channel for acquisition in the UK, and handing it over to a team which is well trained and knows what it is doing, this is a superb contract challenge for the right online marketing professional. Our client is a leading financial organisation that manages and services a range of membership, insurance and other financial products to over 4000 active clients and 170 million customers across the world. Joining this organisation in a six-month capacity as Online Marketing Director, you will be tasked with: * Establishing and executing a comprehensive UK online marketing strategy * Establishing optimised and stable performance in both commercial (direct and via affiliates and search) and client channels * Executing online campaigns via dotted line to the UK marketing director * Developing competence and knowledge of the UK marketing team so that the channel is handed over to a fully capable and confident team * Managing (and developing where required) appropriate reporting, analysis and measurement tools to support informed marketing and commercial decision-making * Ensuring that all reporting delivered is accurate and complete, and accompanied by appropriate interpretation * Ensuring the establishment of a fit-for-purpose web analytics tool * Determining online marketing best practice across all countries and with the US, and ensuring that this is used where relevant in UK A high-profile position, this is a first-class opportunity to help define the online marketing of this extremely prominent financial business. In order to be selected for this prestigious assignment as Online Marketing Director, you must have: * Extensive experience in online direct marketing (preferably financial services or marketing of subscription product) * Proven and demonstrable direct marketing experience * A track record in the development of marketing strategy * Experience of delivering value from a testing driven insight agenda * Ability to work effectively within a matrix organisation * Ability to plan effectively and report with accuracy and insight * Experience working with external vendors and/or agencies desirable If your pedigree is all about establishing online as a core and stable channel for acquisition in the UK, preferably in a subscription based environment, then this contract job as Online Marketing Director is not to be missed – apply now! http://Stopgap.datatherapy.com/jobs/LFJ-069899.htm Do you have extensive client-side market research and insight experience? Are you available to work in Hertfordshire for the next 6-12 months? Then this superb freelance position as Insight Manager is for you! Based in the Hertfordshire, our client is a giant on the FMCG scene, responsible for numerous category-leading brands. Working for the next 6-12 months on consumer brands of genuine prestige, you’ll work on a variety of research and insight projects across a diverse portfolio. In order to apply for this freelance insight job, you must have solid client-side research / insights experience, an FMCG background, and the ability to hit the ground running! You’ll also need to be able to start work from mid-April. If you can offer all of the above and would like to register your interest in this freelance role as Insight Manager, please send us your CV today! http://Stopgap.datatherapy.com/jobs/EDG-069910.htm Our client, a major UK marketing agency specialising in all forms of marketing, requires a Digital Account Director of exceptional calibre to come in and support digital marketing activity over the next 9-12 months. Is this the digital marketing job you’ve been looking for? Situated in southwest London, our client is one of the UK’s leading, and longest standing, independent marketing agencies. Home to a range of diversely talented people, the agency delivers top results for brands across a range of disciplines. Working as freelance Digital Account Director, you’ll manage a range of exciting blue-chip accounts and: * Manage the day-to-day client handling * Oversee marketing strategy and digital campaign management * Engage in campaign / project leadership * Mentor and manage a Senior Account Manager, an Account Manager and an Account Executive * Be responsible for the financial management across accounts * Support pitch / credentials management An important position within this industry-respected marketing agency, this freelance position as Digital Account Director is simply not to be missed! In order to apply for this excellent digital account management job, you must have: * A true passion for digital marketing, including Social Media * Extensive digital marketing / agency experience, including e-CRM * Experience in direct marketing * Strong client facing abilities * A track record in developing new business * Strong campaign management skills If you are able to offer all of the above and would like to learn more about this excellent opportunity as Digital Account Director, please send us your CV immediately. http://Stopgap.datatherapy.com/jobs/LFJ-069888.htm Dynamic, fast-growing market research based in Surrey requires a Research Manager with experience in quantitative research to join its busy team. Are you looking for your next market research agency challenge? Our client is one of the few agencies in the industry that has a very strong offering of advanced research methods, adding depth and insightfulness in the application of research to its client deliverables. Joining this unique agency in a temp-to-perm capacity as Research Manager, you’ll: * Take overall responsibility for research projects from commission to completion * Maintain excellent relationships with clients and suppliers * Lead the design of all research materials associated with study, from questionnaire design to data tables and presentations / reports * Ensure that all research materials are effectively checked and managed by members of the project team * Manage the presentation process, ensuring that all data and conclusions are effectively checked * Support sales teams in their pitch process * Develop the research skills of more junior team members A superb role within this expanding market research agency, this opening as Research Manager presents an excellent career opportunity. In order to apply, you must have the following: * Extensive experience of quantitative experience, with a substantial amount of this gained within an agency environment * Proven project management skills * The ability to manage clients, suppliers and agencies * Experience of different research methodologies * Impeccable analytical skills and the ability to interpret numerical data * Line management experience is desirable * Experience of qualitative experience is an advantage, but not essential For further details on this position as Research Manager, please apply with your CV today! http://Stopgap.datatherapy.com/jobs/FHW-069898.htm Tasked with proposing, planning and delivering excellent consumer-focused initiatives across the portfolio, this freelance role as Senior Brand Manager offers an unrivalled opportunity to contribute to the delivery of financial and brand health targets. Based in the Home Counties, our client is a giant on the FMCG scene, responsible for numerous category-leading brands. Working for the next 6-9 months on a brand of genuine prestige, you will: * Develop the annual brand plan * Support Marketing Controller in establishing ATL and BTL brand communication objectives and strategy, including media plan * Ongoing management of P&L / forecasting process / A&M budget. * Work in conjunction with Category to develop core brand Promotional, Pricing and distribution strategies as appropriate * Review brand performance, identify issues, recommend and implement actions through leading cross-functional teams as appropriate * Support the development of a key licensing relationship * Work with the Insight team to drive and deliver insights to inform and develop NPD and EPD plan This freelance job opportunity as Senior Brand Manager presents a genuine opportunity to work on best-in-class brands and help build future success. In order to apply for this job, you must be able to work in the north Home Counties and offer all of the following: * A track record in ATL and BTL communications development * Capable of NPD concept and positioning development, idea generation and project leadership * Proficient at implementing the full range of marketing activities. * Able to identify commission and interpret consumer research * Experience of packaging development process * Experience of project management * A credible operator, commercially sound, and capable of influencing / negotiating across functions, particularly NPD / Production / Supply Chain / Sales * Significant consumer goods marketing experience including innovation responsibility If you would like to receive further details on this position as Senior Brand Manager, please send us your CV immediately! http://Stopgap.datatherapy.com/jobs/LFJ-069872.htm Our client, a respected market research agency, is currently looking for a freelance Research Manager to come in and support some engaging market research projects over the next 2-3 months. Working in London, you’ll require the following in order to apply for this job as Research Manager: * Previous market research agency experience * Strong quantitative research skills * Good charting and analytical ability If you have all of these and are available to start work in London immediately, please apply for this role as Research Manager straight away! http://Stopgap.datatherapy.com/jobs/EML-069794.htm With an enviable revenue growth year to date and a real opportunity to make a difference this role as Senior Associate Director offers an unmissable opportunity to join a highly professional and friendly team. Does this sound like the opportunity you’ve been looking for? Our client, a leading research agency manages projects that range from fast-turnaround studies to complex and large-scale, evaluations of government programmes. As Senior Associate Director, your key objectives will be to: * Manage ad hoc surveys within one of the agency’s quantitative teams, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and profitability * Manage & support the development of junior staff within the team * Help develop new business initiatives, and to win new business * Contribute to unit objectives * Manage a range of studies including complex projects, including proposal writing and presentation, survey design, client liaison and writing research reports Working on the largest account for this agency, this is a superb opportunity to apply your skills and expertise within a thriving and productive research environment. In order to be considered for this high-profile role as Senior Associate Director, you must have: * Experience of working in social policy research, either within a market research agency, client organisation or academic department / institute * Market research agency experience * Experience of conducting a range of surveys – e.g. CAPI, CATI, postal, random probability etc. * People management experience * Advertising evaluation experience in a social or commercial environment is desirable * An interest in customer insight / satisfaction would be a bonus This role is a big opportunity to come in and make a difference. If you are motivated, interested and prepared to manage a great team, this career move is not to be missed – apply today. http://Stopgap.datatherapy.com/jobs/CJO-069894.htm This position as Catalogue Manager is an exciting freelance role within the ecommerce team of this iconic retail brand. You will be responsible for delivering catalogues across food and home sectors in line with the commercial brief and ensuring that the creative direction supports this. Headquartered in central London, our client is a renowned retailer, with a long heritage of tradition and quality, as well as a genuine place in the heart of the nation. As Catalogue Manager, you will be responsible for: * Managing the delivery of each catalogue on time and to budget * Ensuring creative direction supports the commercial brief * Producing product briefs that are aligned with the commercial objectives * Managing pagination plans for each catalogue * Managing the catalogue process to achieve agreed budget An excellent freelance job in itself, this position as Catalogue Manager also offers an unmissable opportunity to add an iconic retail brand to your CV. In order to apply for this role, you must be able to work in London for the next 9 months and be able to demonstrate all of the following: * Competency in commercial analysis and creative understanding and overview * Knowledge and experience of the catalogue creation process * Knowledge of buying process * Knowledge of website process * Be able to set direction, have strong decision making skills, be a strong leader and influencer with commercial acumen. If you can offer all of the requirements listed above and are keen to learn more regarding this superb career opportunity as Catalogue Manager, please send us your CV immediately. http://Stopgap.datatherapy.com/jobs/EML-069846.htm Our client, a leading market research agency, is passionate about understanding shoppers and consumers and painting pictures with information that inspires its clients. This agency is currently looking for a Research Client Manager for an exciting new job! They are looking for individuals with an inquisitive analytical nature, fantastic client facing skills, with fine tuned commercial skills, or ideally all three! If you have a blue chip, FMCG or research background and are looking for an exciting challenge in 2010 and beyond, then this role will see you: * Understand and respond commercially to client’s overall goals and objectives * Create and develop relationships with clients and key stakeholders * Manage the practical, day-to-day delivery of the contracted service * Deliver and monitor contractual obligations and client satisfaction, managing issue resolutions and implementing improvements as identified * Assist the Consumer Insight Director with account administration, providing appropriate and timely information to internal departments * Advise on monthly revenue forecasts and contribute to account planning and plans for development * Identify opportunities for additional revenue / analysis * Manage induction and training programmes with clients A brilliant opportunity to join a respected agency and contribute to its continued success, it is essential that you can demonstrate all of the following if you are to succeed as Research Client Manager: * A solid grounding as a research analyst * Experience of successful day-to-day client management in a commercial environment * Experience manipulating and analysing data to provide recommendations and insight * Articulate and credible written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills * Able to supervise junior team members * A strong practitioner in the interpretation and analysis of data, and confident in the application of appropriate statistical analysis * Able to design and deliver presentations offering commercially astute insights and recommendations * Creativity in the approach to problem solving If you think that this is the perfect career move for you and would like to discuss this role as Research Client Manager in further detail, please send us your CV immediately! http://Stopgap.datatherapy.com/jobs/EML-069796.htm With an enviable revenue growth year to date and a real opportunity to make a difference this role as Senior Research Executive / Research Manager offers an unmissable opportunity to join a highly professional and friendly team. Does this sound like the opportunity you’ve been looking for? Our client, a leading research agency manages projects that range from fast-turnaround studies to complex and large-scale, evaluations of government programmes. As Senior Research Executive / Research Manager, your key objectives will be to: * Put together accurate RFQs and costings for straightforward projects * Draft basic proposals within familiar areas of research / expertise and provide support for larger scale proposals * Support simple questionnaire design and administer questionnaire script development through to approval by the manager * Work autonomously on delegated tasks * Coordinate field set up and materials and monitors field work for more complex projects * Identify and specify analysis (including complex analysis) to put data across clearly and effectively A lovely agency for which to work, offering a great work / life balance and a fantastic atmosphere, this is a career opportunity that is genuinely not to be missed. In order to succeed as Senior Research Executive / Research Manager, you must have the following: * Proven track record as a quantitative researcher * Preferably with experience in government/public sector work * You will have held responsibility, from an agency perspective, for developing and delivering profitable, ad-hoc projects – from initial briefings through fieldwork to presentation * A strong practitioner in the interpretation of data, and confident in the application of appropriate statistical analysis * Familiarity with SPSS would be of benefit. * A proven track record of acting as a first point of contact for client handling This role is a big opportunity to come in and make a difference. If you are motivated, interested and prepared to manage a great team, this career move is not to be missed – apply today. http://Stopgap.datatherapy.com/jobs/EML-069783.htm With an enviable revenue growth year to date and a real opportunity to make a difference this is a great opportunity to join a highly professional and friendly team. Does this sound like the Senior Research Executive role for you? Based in London, our client is an industry respected market research agency. The research it undertakes covers a wide range of government policy areas and is used to inform UK policy and programme development. As Senior Research Executive, you will: * Put together accurate RFQs and costings for straightforward projects * Draft basic proposals within familiar areas of research / expertise and provides support for larger scale proposals * Support simple questionnaire design and administers questionnaire script development through to approval by the manager * Work autonomously on delegated tasks (e.g. codeframes, fieldwork monitoring) * Manage straightforward projects, liaising with operations and managing survey set up, monitoring, data analysis and basic reporting * Coordinate field set-up and materials and monitors field work for more complex projects * Identify and specify analysis (including complex analysis) to put data across clearly and effectively A brilliant opportunity to join a respected agency and contribute to its continued success, it is essential that you can demonstrate all of the following if you are to succeed as Senior Research Executive: * Proven track record as a quantitative researcher * Experience in government / public sector work is preferable * Previous responsibility, from an agency perspective, for developing and delivering profitable, ad-hoc projects – from initial briefings through field work to presentation * A strong practitioner in the interpretation of data, and confident in the application of appropriate statistical analysis. Familiarity with SPSS would be of benefit * Evidence of presenting thorough, accurate, authoritative, considered and thoughtful written recommendations to audiences with a variety of requirements * Desire to support the writing of proposals * Proven track record of acting as a first point of contact for client handling If you think that this is the perfect career move for you and would like to discuss this role as Senior Research Executive in further detail, please send us your CV immediately! http://Stopgap.datatherapy.com/jobs/KKX-069900.htm A solid Account Manager is needed by a creative boutique agency in London to work on automotive and telcos accounts. The role involves DM, digital and developing programmes for staff incentives, internal comms and staff motivation activity. You must have a UK agency background and previous experience gained in one or more of the above channels to apply for this role. http://Stopgap.datatherapy.com/jobs/CJO-069879.htm Our client, a well respected retailer, is in need of a talented Marketing Manager for an engaging freelance role! Supporting the Senior Marketing Manager in the management, planning and execution of in-life sales and retention direct marketing plans, this is a fantastic opportunity for the right marketer. Handed full ownership for campaign targets, you’ll monitor and adapt plans accordingly to keep in-line with business objectives and market changes / trends. As Marketing Manager you will be: * Managing implementation; data preparation (targeting, extraction, processing, validation), media execution, liaising with creative & production suppliers to make sure projects run to time and budget * Manage relationship with any Direct Marketing agencies including day to day contact; budget spend; performance and quality * Driving quality leads into the call centre which help towards improving conversion rates * Liaising with Sales team, E-commerce, product team, legal and other internal departments to ensure promotions and campaigns are effectively coordinated * Ensure strong communication is maintained with the Direct Sales team with regards to reporting; planning; conversion rates; new opportunities; data. * Responsible for managing and development of two Marketing Executives A unique freelance role offering the chance to make a genuine impact on this famous high street retailer, you’ll require all of the following in order to make this freelance role as Marketing Manager your own: * Vast direct marketing and commercial experience * Experience in both online and offline direct marketing media * Meticulous attention to detail * Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills * Experience in managing external agencies and suppliers * Experience in managing multiple campaigns in parallel * Experience in managing team members * Strategic thinker who is a self-starter and team player If you are able to offer all of the above and would like to discuss this London-based position as Marketing Manager in further detail, please send us your CV immediately! http://Stopgap.datatherapy.com/jobs/CJO-069881.htm Providing day-to-day administrative support for the Retail and Marketing functions within this iconic global entertainment brand, this freelance role as Commercial Marketing Coordinator will see you collate and disseminate information, as well as running stand-alone retail and marketing projects. Interested? Working in London until the end of September, this role will see you: * Support Retail manager to achieve Retail events and activity in store * Oversee materials co-ordination and distribution to licensees, distributors and retailers * Prepare and distribute regular brand communications to licensees and retailers * Localise global trade marketing materials and develop sales and marketing presentations * Assist in the organisation and planning of regional and local special events, trade presentations, licensee/retailer meetings and tradeshows * Co-ordinate with outside vendors on projects as directed * Review trade and consumer publications to monitor consumer trends and competitive property activity An excellent freelance job in itself, this position as Commercial Marketing Coordinator also offers an unmissable opportunity to add an iconic entertainment brand to your CV. In order to apply for this role, you must be able to work in London until the end of September and be able to demonstrate all of the following: * Excellent organisational, project management and time management skills * Excellent communication skills – polished and professional * Sound grasp of marketing mix – marketing background essential * Keen and able to take responsibility for own projects * Able to multi task and juggle varying priorities * Able to train and oversee the Intern, imparting suitable standards * Working knowledge of online marketing methods, website development and maintenance and trade marketing experience is desirable If you would like to learn more about this position as Commercial Marketing Coordinator and can offer the expertise we require, please send us your CV immediately! http://Stopgap.datatherapy.com/jobs/KKX-069926.htm Superb chance for a dedicated Account Manager to make that step up and join an agency renowned for its commitment to its people – as well as the stunning marketing work that it produces. Interested? Based in central London, our client is a well established and much respected privately owned agency with an excellent blue-chip client list. Profitable and well-run, this people-centric agency is currently looking to appoint an Account Manager to work on a key financial services account. A brilliant opportunity to progress your career within a friendly yet highly successful integrated marketing agency, you’ll require the following account management skills and experience in order to succeed as Account Manager: * A DM and digital skillset and a background in telcos, automotive or financial services * Previous UK agency experience * Excellent time management, organisation skills and the ability to prioritise * Solid understanding of the creative process * Print and production knowledge * Research skills If you can offer all of the above and are serious about progressing your agency account management career, please apply for further details on this job as Account Manager today! http://Stopgap.datatherapy.com/jobs/KKX-069885.htm A bright and enthusiastic Account Executive with a min of 1 year of UK agency experience is needed by a medium size agency in Central London to work across some of the nation's favourite FMCG brands. You will have a sales promotion background gained in an agency environment and be familiar with promotional marketing mechanics. A solid understanding of the creative and print production processes are a must! http://Stopgap.datatherapy.com/jobs/LJD-069923.htm This well known direct response agency is looking for a freelance Communications Planner to work on a broadcast client. You must have great agency experience and willing to get your hands dirty on this very busy account. Apply now for this role. http://Stopgap.datatherapy.com/jobs/CMO-069363.htm Based in London, our client is a decorated agency that works with some thrilling clients across several sectors. This agency currently has an opening as Business / Client Services Director, that could be your absolute dream job! Why? Because… …it gives you the opportunity to run a team that is responsible for producing award winning integrated campaigns. …you’ll be working with really top blue-chip clients within the retail, media and entertainment space. …the agency is small enough for you to be able to make a real difference, but large enough to handling high-profile consumer marketing activity. …you’ll be able to put your extensive promotional marketing experience to good use alongside digital, DM, experiential and advertising …you’ll be able to utilise your full toolbox of skills, everything from team management and motivation, to strategic planning and client development as well as playing a part in the smooth running of a very successful business – their business grew last year by 40%! But for you to be their dream candidate… …you’ll have worked in one / some of the UK’s leading promotional/integrated agencies …you’ll have an excellent reputation in the industry …you’ll be ready and hungry for the next step up …you’ll be the right cultural fit and share the same values and attitudes If this opening as Business / Client Services Director appears to be your dream job we’d love to hear from you, but to help determine whether of not the match is a perfect one, YOU’LL NEED TO ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS WHEN SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION: 1) What do you think makes a great agency? 2) What makes people go “wow” when they first meet you? 3) What are 3 of your ‘guiding principles’ Looking forward to making a dream come true!