We connect with up to 23,500 fans per show, Co-op Live continues to attract world-class talent and events, drawing comparisons to and surpassing the world’s greatest live entertainment venues in show programming, sound, fan experience, premium hospitality, food and beverage, and more. The UK’s largest live entertainment arena is driven by a dedicated team of music and live event lovers, passionate about offering every visitor, fan, artist, and partner an unrivalled experience, before, during and after every event, as well as giving back to our local community and our planet. Partnership is at our heart, with Co-op Live excelling through meaningful alliances with the likes of naming rights partner Co-op, united by a joint vision to be the very best. The first venue in the UK for owners and operators Oak View Group (OVG), Co-op Live spearheads expansion into Europe and rest of world, a jewel in the crown of a globally renowned portfolio.
We are on the lookout for a Commercial Marketing Manager! This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join the marketing team at Co-op Live, the UK’s largest arena. You'll drive strategic marketing initiatives for both B2C and B2B audiences, focusing on fans, partners and members to support commercial objectives.
Reporting to the Head of Marketing, the Commercial Marketing Manager will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive marketing strategies that drive revenue, enhance brand awareness and improve fan experience and sentiment.
This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of market trends, customer behaviour, and competitive dynamics. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in commercial marketing, excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
At Co-op Live, we’re all about pushing boundaries. You'll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger — shaping the future of live entertainment while working alongside some of the world’s biggest artists and most recognisable global brands.
Please note you may be expected to work evenings and weekends to support the events calendar.
What Co-op Live will give to you!
Alongside the benefit of working with an team of talented people, we want to help you get the best out of your work and have a work life balance.
Salary: Up to £35,000 + Benefits
We're looking for proven experience in a fast-paced in-house marketing role, ideally within entertainment, hospitality, sport, or destination venues. You will have a strong commercial mindset and a track record of delivering marketing activity that drives revenue along with a good understanding of brand.
As a Commercial Marketing Manager, you will have excellent project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and deliver end-to-end campaigns. We are looking for confidence when it comes to collaborating with creative and content. If you have a strong understanding of digital channels and campaign reporting, with the ability to make data-driven decisions, we'd love to hear from you!
Our Inclusion Commitments
Our venue is for the fans, the artists, everyone! Attracting a diverse workforce which reflects our local community is what will make our venue the best music venue in the UK!
We understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. We are committed to creating a great place to work amplifying voices from all different backgrounds. There is something for everyone at Co-op Live, come and get involved.
If you do require any additional support or reasonable adjustments to support your application, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure you have everything you need. We will consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the required skills necessary to fulfil the role.
We recognise the importance of safeguarding, dependent on role you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, details of which will be shared with you at interview.
If successful in your application, you will be required to provide eligibility to work evidence in line with the ‘Eligibility to Work in the UK’ requirements.
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