Marketing Executive

Job DescriptionRole OverviewThis role is a varied position that supports a wide breadth of marketing functions in the promotion and growth of Holland America Line within the UK & Irish markets. You will work closely with and take direction from the senior marketing manager in overseeing the day-to-day responsibilities of the online & offline consumer & trade marketing activities and eventsSupporting the wider sales, marketing and commercial teams in executing the UK strategy, in order to achieve the sourcing targets and growth objectives.This pivotal role will involve:Support with the planning and activation of a 360-marketing plan (digital and print), with paid media partners and ensure that the GTM activation is achieved for each campaign. Complete creative briefs, provide brand content and promotional information, review and proof media placements within the agreed plan. Collaborate with the US creative team and/or UK freelance designer to brief and deliver UK & Ireland market print and digital collateral. Plan, brief and execute direct marketing campaigns for the Holland America UK database, to deliver commercial objectives. Communicate all consumer led marketing activity to the wider team and contact centre on a regular basis. This role is positioned at CUK10 level within our organisation and is available on a full-time, permanent basis. We offer hybrid work including up to two days from home.What You'll BringYour unique background and skills are what will make you stand out. We're looking for:Strong project management skills. Experience of writing creative briefs and go-to-market activation. Asana experiences desirable. Experience of planning, building and deploying Email campaigns. HTML experience desirable. About You: The Ideal CandidateYou are more than just your CV. You're someone who brings:Competent in planning and prioritising workload. Well-organised and able to meet strict deadlines. Ability to plan and execute marketing campaigns independently. Can proactively manage multiple priorities to deliver real impact. Creative and imaginative copy writingApplication GuidanceDiversity is our strength, and we encourage applications from those with varied experiences, whether you meet every listed requirement or not. If you’re passionate about our guests and looking for an opportunity to grow, we’d love to hear from you.Why Join Us?Working with us means more than just a role in guest experience. It’s about being part of a team that values well-being and personal growth.Read our employee experience guide to learn more about life as a Carnival UK colleague.CUK-employee-experience-guide-July-2025.pdfHere’s what we offer:Employee Discounted Cruising plus Friends and Family offersMinimum 25 days leave, bank holiday allowance and holiday trading schemeRecognition scheme with prizes and awardsRegular office events including live entertainment, lifestyle events and charity partner fundraisersExtensive learning and development opportunitiesEmployee-led networksEmployee Assistance and Wellbeing programmesCompany paid Health Cash Plan and health assessmentIn-house Occupational Health help and access to digital GPLife AssuranceParental and adoption leaveEmployee Shares PlanElectric Car and Cycle to Work schemesOnsite restaurant offering range of healthy cooked and grab and go mealsDiscounted retail and leisure via discounts portalContributory Defined Contribution Pension schemeA friendly welcome with help settling inDue to the popularity of our roles and our commitment to finding the best talent, we might close applications earlier than advertised. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to become part of a team dedicated to creating unforgettable holiday happiness. Apply today to start your journey with us.Recruitment JourneyFor more information on your recruitment journey, please visit https://bit.ly/CUKCandidateJourney.#Job Functions: Marketing; Strategy / Planning;About UsHolidays are one of life’s greatest pleasures. Having the chance to relax, escape and explore is a magical thing. And there is no better holiday than a cruise.No one knows cruising like Carnival UK, where talented people from across the globe come together to create unforgettable holiday happiness. As part of the world’s largest holiday travel and leisure company, we take enormous pride in bringing to life two of the most iconic brands from Britain’s rich seafaring heritage, P&O Cruises and Cunard. Collectively they have been delivering unbridled joy, boundless adventure and lifelong memories to millions of people for over 350 years. And in a multi-million pound global holiday market, where cruising has barely scratched the surface, we have the opportunity to do that for many, many more people.Our diverse yet tight knit teams share high standards, heartfelt values and passion for our purpose. Our Culture Essentials describe the expectations we have for ourselves and of each other, in building a culture that supports safe, sustainable, compliant operations and celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion.It’s through the successful delivery of these extraordinary travel experiences for our target markets and our distinctive culture, that we hope to become Travel’s Employer of Choice.