Brand Manager

About This Role

We are recruiting  Brand Managers to join a newly created Brand Marketing team working alongside the Head of this role you will champion our editorial purpose by delivering bold high-impact campaigns across print digital social video audio and events. Working hand-in-glove with Editors newsrooms and internal creative teams you will turn editorial ideas into standout marketing that drives genuine consumer engagement.

This is a primarily remote role but regular in-person presence in relevant regional newsrooms is required to build deep relationships with editorial teams. Portfolio allocations will depend on candidate fit and business priorities.  Mirror Daily Express Ireland: Irish Mirror Irish Daily Star Belfast Live Wales / Midlands: Wales Online & Birmingham Live North West: Liverpool Echo & Manchester Evening News. Applicants are encouraged to state their preferred title.

Qualifications :

What You Need to Succeed

•  Brand Experience: Proven track record as a Brand Manager ideally within media publishing or a fast-paced consumer brand environment.
• End-to-End Campaign Execution: Demonstrated success in planning and delivering creative memorable marketing campaigns that capture attention in crowded markets.
•  Editorial & Stakeholder Collaboration: Strong ability to partner with Editors and journalists to translate newsroom priorities into impactful brand marketing campaigns.

•  Creative Eye & Project Management: A sharp eye for brand identity tone and visual quality combined with the project management skills to deliver on time and within budget.

• Communication & Relationship Building: Excellent interpersonal skills with the confidence to build trust-based relationships with senior editorial stakeholders.

• Regional Knowledge: Strong familiarity with key regional markets and audiences across the UK and Ireland is highly desirable.

Additional Information :

How well look after you

We take good care of our people - and that means more than just a pay packet. Whatever your role youll get a range of benefits including:

• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) as well as an extra day after youve been with us for three five and 10 years. We also have a scheme to help you buy extra holiday if you want to.
• An extra days paid leave each year to volunteer for a cause close to your community or your heart.
• Big moment day - an extra days paid leave for a moment that matters to you - like getting married moving house or welcoming a new addition to the family (human or furry!)
• Help saving for your retirement - well match your company pension contributions up to 6% and you can contribute through salary sacrifice.
• Supportive and progressive people policies - were proud to have a range of policies to support people in their lives in and outside work including enhanced family leave and policies to promote flexibility inclusion and progression. We believe you shouldnt have to wait to join us to know what to expect from us which is why we share this overview of the policies we have in place to support families and carers. If theres something you want to understand more about just ask - it wont make a difference to your application.
• A healthcare cash plan - giving you money back for a range of medical expenses and fast access to doctors appointments.
• Car lease scheme - you can buy a brand new electric or hybrid car through our leasing partner and pay for it through salary sacrifice.
• Wellbeing support - including a 24/7 assistance programme for you and your family.
• Financial wellbeing Access Stream our app for managing your finances pay rewards and benefits all in one place
• Access to lots of discounts - including 15% off with Reachs very own online marketplace Yimbly where you can buy everything from homewares to beauty products.
• Interest-free loans - including for season tickets and technology.

If youre excited about this role but dont tick every single box please dont let that stop you from applying.

We know that everyone has their own story to tell and we value potential passion and the perspectives that different backgrounds bring to our work.

Diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us better serve our audiences which is why were dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and supported. As an equal opportunities employer we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

We are committed to a recruitment process that is fair and welcoming to all without discrimination on the basis of age disability gender identity ethnicity religion or belief sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic.  

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time