Marketing manager - mining

About dmg events

dmg events is an international exhibitions and publishing company. We attract more than 650,000+ visitors to our global portfolio of 115+ exhibitions each year. Through our global events, our aim is simple: to accelerate business through face-to-face events. We work hard to bring people together, creating opportunities for them to network, learn, and do business. dmg events is part of the Daily Mail Group Trust (DMGT). DMGT manages a diverse, multinational portfolio of companies with total revenues of £2bn, that provide businesses and consumers with compelling information, analysis, insight, events, news, and entertainment.

Job Purpose & Context

To design and deliver successful marketing campaigns for exhibitions, conferences, awards, and digital products in line with agreed KPIs.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Create and implement an integrated marketing strategy for the Mining portfolio (including exhibitor, conference, and visitor campaigns, as well as special events).
• Use the full marketing mix to promote the exhibition and workshops by the marketing strategy and overall business objectives.
• Identify the target universe and key segments within the target universe.
• Develop personas, value propositions, and messaging for each of the key segments.
• Develop and deliver a Content Calendar through relevant channels (email marketing, social media, digital marketing, etc.).
• Work with the Event Director/Marketing Director to manage marketing budgets, allocate resources, and monitor spending for optimal ROI.
• Copywrite and proof all marketing materials (in conjunction with Event Director/Marketing Director if needed) in line with the content calendar and messaging.
• Ensure show websites are fully up to date with the latest information in accordance with the campaign cycle.
• Strategic database build across various exhibitor and visitor profiles.
• Work with internal teams to ensure data governance and data management policies are adhered to.
• Use all media tools such as social platforms and explore new marketing channels.
• Analyze previous marketing campaigns and KPIs to execute targeted data/campaign selections.
• Analyze and report trends over time and use these insights to build more effective campaigns.
• Monitor campaign performance, produce relevant and timely reports, and recommend changes to campaign execution based on data insights.
• Monitor and adjust digital marketing activity based on performance metrics.
• Use GA & Power BI (and other analytics dashboards if needed) to monitor & report campaign performance.
• Envision and copywrite marketing materials in line with the content calendar and messaging.
• Coordinate the design and production of all marketing materials required to deliver the events.
• Support show teams with market research and collaterals needed to pitch and manage strategic partnerships at government and private sector levels.
• Collaborate with sales, content, and operation teams for aligned efforts.

Qualifications, Experience, & Skills

• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in exhibitions marketing is a must.
• Demonstrable experience in marketing together with the potential and attitude required to learn.
• Ability and willingness to travel for business and events.
• Experience with the following tools is a plus: Wordpress, Emarsys (email sending platform), Power BI, Sales Force, Google Analytics, social media business manager suites.
• A sense of aesthetics and a love for great copy and witty communication.
• Up to date with the latest trends and best practices in 360 marketing and measurement.
• Excellent communication and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative thinker with a keen eye for detail and design.
• Degree in Marketing or related field.

Please take the time to read the job description; you must meet all the criteria set out above for your application to be considered. We do check all applications, and suitable candidates will be contacted within 5 days. If you are not contacted by us within 5 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful at this time.