Marketing Lead at The Economist Group (Gurugram, India)
The Economist Group· Gurugram, India·
Job description
Who we are
Since 1843, The Economist Group has championed independence, excellence and openness, helping people understand and tackle the critical challenges shaping the world. Today, we are building on that legacy as a global media and information-services company powered by digital innovation, analytical rigour and evidence-based insight.
Across our three businesses -The Economist, Economist Enterprise and Economist Education - we deliver trusted analysis and insights to individuals and organisations in more than 170 countries. United by a shared purpose to drive progress, we empower decision-makers to make sense of change and chart a course through an increasingly complex world.
As a colleague, you will be part of a culture that values ideas, encourages ownership and holds itself to high standards. We invest in people who are curious, thoughtful and adaptable, whether they are launching new products, reporting on global events or harnessing emerging technologies such as AI to improve how we work. Here, fresh thinking is taken seriously, ambition is matched by integrity, and great work is recognised. Working across disciplines, geographies and perspectives, we are united by a commitment to innovation, excellence and creating meaningful impact.
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EuroFinance, an Economist Group business, is the leading global provider of conferences, training and research on cash management, treasury and risk. We provide a platform for treasurers and CFOs from the world’s leading companies to exchange innovative strategies, best practice and expert opinion – either face-to-face or online. We are looking for a senior events marketer to create attendee marketing strategies, execute all campaigns including email, digital and social and display a continued commitment to reporting and optimizations to ensure event success.
How will you contribute:
- Strategy - Concept, present and execute innovative marketing strategies
- Event Execution - Develop and implement the events’ marketing campaigns for three events, annually. Typical campaigns include email marketing, social media, digital advertising and one-to-one high end invitation processes.
- Campaign management - Increase campaign efficiency through responsible and thoughtful data analysis to create meaningful optimizations that result in meeting all event KPIs
The ideal skills for this role are:
- Proven relevant strategic marketing experience
- 5+ years of experience in a senior events marketing role
- Client management experience
- Excellent written and oral skills
- Excellent knowledge of the events industry specifically B2B conferences
- Excellent understanding and experience working with 360 digital campaigns including PPC, programmatic, SEO, social media marketing etc.
- Excellent knowledge of email marketing and marketing automation platforms
- Experience working with website CMS, html and digital platforms. wordpress a plus
- Experience of email marketing Eloqua and Adestra a plus
- High level of numeracy, literacy and proficient at writing high quality marketing copy
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Working Arrangements
The majority of our roles operate on a hybrid working pattern, with 3+ days office attendance required.
AI usage for your application
We are an innovative organisation that encourages the use of technology. We recognise that candidates may utilise AI tools to support with their job application process. However, it is essential that all information you provide truthfully and accurately reflects your own experience, skills, and qualifications.
What we offer
Our benefits package is designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance. It includes a highly competitive pension or 401(k) plan, private health insurance, and 24/7 access to counselling and wellbeing resources through our Employee Assistance Program.
We also offer a range of lifestyle benefits, including our Work From Anywhere program, which allows you to work from any location where you have the legal right to do so for up to 25 days per year. In addition, we provide generous annual and parental leave, as well as dedicated days off for volunteering and even for moving home.
You will also be given free access to all The Economist content, including an online subscription, our range of apps, podcasts and more.
Why work at The Economist Group
- Purpose-Driven Mission: Employees work for a company whose purpose is "the pursuit of progress," producing independent journalism and analysis that informs global leaders and shapes policy.
- Intellectual Rigor & Quality: The culture values excellence, integrity, and openness. Employees are surrounded by passionate, curious colleagues and work on high-impact, intellectually demanding content and products.
- Diverse, Global Environment: 1,540 colleagues across 26 countries; 52% of colleagues are women; 40% of the global top pay quartile are women. The company is committed to belonging and inclusion.
- Flexible Working: Hybrid-working policy (most full-time colleagues expected in office a minimum of three days a week) with the ability to work from a location of choice for up to five weeks a year. Editorial roles have different flexibility.
- High Engagement: Employee engagement score of 7.6 out of 10 (above sector benchmark) with 84% participation in the annual "Your Voice" survey.
- Career Development: Offers a Talent Network for future opportunities, clear career paths across product, technology, data, marketing, sales, and editorial (including paid journalism internships and fellowships in the UK and US).
- Strong Financial Health: Profitable, growing, and debt-light (£37.7m net cash), providing stability and resources for innovation.