A rare opportunity to lead and shape marketing across our diverse and growing business
The Role:
E&O Laboratories is a successful UK manufacturer employing over 130 people across two manufacturing facilities, a working farm and a southern distribution hub in Reading.
For over four decades we have built a strong reputation for quality, innovation and customer service. As we continue to transition, grow and evolve as an Employee Ownership Trust company. We are seeking an ambitious and talented Marketing & Communications Manager to lead all our marketing activities and help shape the next phase of our journey.
This is not a traditional marketing role. You will become the driving force behind both our internal and external communications, working directly with the Managing Director and senior leadership team to develop campaigns, strengthen our brand, support our sales operation and enhance employee engagement across the business.
If you enjoy variety, autonomy and the opportunity to make a genuine impact, this role offers an exceptional platform.
The Opportunity
Historically, marketing within E&O has been managed by a dedicated in-house specialist working closely with senior management. As our existing Marketing Manager transitions into a specialist animation and creative role, we are looking for someone capable of taking ownership of a broader and highly varied marketing function.
You will have the freedom to influence strategy whilst remaining hands-on in content creation, design, communications and campaign delivery. One morning you could be developing new product literature for customers, meeting the sales team to support a commercial campaign, or preparing materials for an industry exhibition. That same afternoon you might be producing internal communications, supporting recruitment campaigns, promoting employee initiatives, or helping create content that showcases life across our business.
Key Responsibilities
External Marketing
- Lead the development and execution of marketing plans that support company growth.
- Create engaging content across digital, social and print platforms.
- Design brochures, catalogues, technical literature and promotional campaigns.
- Manage website content and digital marketing activities.
- Support product development and new product launches.
- Coordinate exhibitions, conferences and customer-facing events.
- Work closely with our sales, technical and customer service teams to generate market opportunities and strengthen customer relationships.
- Protect and develop the E&O brand across all customer touchpoints.
Internal Communications
- Develop employee communications across all business areas.
- Create engaging content for internal announcements, newsletters and updates.
- Support recruitment marketing and employer branding initiatives.
- Promote company achievements, culture and employee engagement.
- Help connect teams across manufacturing, logistics, technical, commercial and support functions.
Creative Design & Content Creation
- Produce professional marketing materials using Adobe Creative Cloud.
- Create graphics, photography, presentations and digital assets.
- Work alongside our animation specialist to maximise creative impact.
- Maintain brand consistency across all communications.
About You
You will be a creative, commercially aware marketing professional who enjoys working independently and taking ownership.
You will bring:
- Proven experience in a marketing management role.
- Advanced Adobe Creative Cloud skills including InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Strong copywriting and content creation abilities.
- Experience delivering successful marketing campaigns.
- Excellent project management and organisational skills.
- Confidence working with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
- A practical, hands-on approach and willingness to get involved in all aspects of marketing.
Desirable
- Experience within manufacturing, science, healthcare, laboratory, industrial or technical sectors.
- Experience managing exhibitions and events.
- Knowledge of SEO, website management and digital marketing.
- Photography, video production or multimedia content experience.
- CRM and email marketing experience.
Why Join E&O?
- Lead marketing across a unique and diverse organisation.
- Work directly with the Managing Director and senior leadership team.
- Enjoy real autonomy and influence within an Employee Ownership Trust company.
- Play a key role in shaping future growth.
- Join a successful and well-established Scottish manufacturer with ambitious plans for the future.
- Develop your career in a role where your contribution will be visible and valued.
For the right individual, this is an opportunity to build, influence and leave a lasting mark on a growing business. If you are looking for a role where no two days are the same and where your ideas can genuinely make a difference, we would love to hear from you.
Hours of Work: Mon to Fri 40hrs per week
Salary: £45,000.00 to £55,000.00 DOE
To apply please send your CV and Cover Letter to hr@eolabs.com
