Interim Head of Marketing

Interim Head of Marketing

Neos Networks offers alternative working arrangements that give employees some flexibility, including office, home and hybrid working.

Base location: Reading with the option of Hybrid working
Salary: £neg dep on experience + performance related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances, and wellbeing
Working Pattern: Fixed Term Contract ( Maternity Cover) start date 1st August 2025

Role overview

As Head of Marketing, you will be responsible for developing and executing the marketing strategy to drive lead generation, brand awareness, and customer engagement. You’ll lead a high-performing team, collaborate with senior stakeholders, and ensure all marketing activities align with commercial goals. The role demands strategic vision, strong people management skills, and the ability to deliver measurable ROI.

Marketing strategy & planning

• Develop and implement a data-driven marketing strategy aligned with Neos Networks’ business objectives.

• Create and oversee integrated marketing plans, including digital, content, PR, events, and partner marketing.

• Leverage customer insights and market trends to inform and refine the strategy.

• Define and manage the marketing budget, ensuring optimal allocation for maximum ROI.

Campaign management & execution

• Lead the planning and delivery of multi-channel marketing campaigns to drive lead generation and customer acquisition.

• Ensure campaigns are creative, engaging, and aligned with Neos Networks’ brand positioning.

• Work closely with sales teams to align marketing activities with pipeline growth and revenue goals.

• Oversee performance tracking, making data-backed decisions to optimise campaigns.

Leadership & people management

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of marketing professionals, fostering a high-performance culture.

• Set clear objectives and KPIs, ensuring the team delivers against agreed targets.

• Promote collaboration across departments, ensuring marketing supports commercial goals.

Stakeholder engagement

• Act as a key liaison between marketing and senior stakeholders, including C-suite executives.

• Present marketing plans, performance metrics, and insights to senior leadership.

• Influence and engage stakeholders to secure buy-in for marketing initiatives.

Time management & agility

• Prioritise and manage multiple projects effectively, meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality.

• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Skills & experience

• Strategic marketing expertise:

Proven experience in developing and executing B2B marketing strategies in the telecoms sector.

• Campaign & demand generation:

Strong track record of managing multi-channel campaigns with measurable impact.

• Leadership & team development:

Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing marketing team.

• Data-driven decision making:

Proficiency in marketing analytics, with the ability to interpret data and adjust strategies accordingly.

• Stakeholder management:

Experience influencing and collaborating with senior stakeholders.

• Time management & flexibility:

Ability to prioritise effectively and thrive in a dynamic environment.

• Technical knowledge: Familiarity with marketing automation platforms (e.g., HubSpot) and CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce).

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• CIM or equivalent marketing qualification (desirable).

• Proven years of experience in a senior marketing role, ideally in B2B tech or telecoms (B2B essential, sector experience desired).

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome. Should you need any further assistance please contact [email protected]

What we offer

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonus.

• Flexible working options.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including private healthcare and pension.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.