Head Enterprise Marketing is responsible for the strategic, creative design and implementation of an enterprise-wide marketing aligned to our aspirations to grow our customer base, increase digitization, enhance cross-sell and upsell, and also contribute to non-interest revenue.
Managing all aspects of the Enterprise Marketing relationship with the internal team, advertising agency, media agency, internal partners, and service providers.
Drives strategic campaigns, group-wide marketing campaigns, and marketing calendar.
The candidate will represent the bank and be responsible for managing all Enterprise Marketing partner relationships and manage the in-house teams.
The candidate will lead & drive strategic alliances & partnerships to deliver value for business and alliance customers.
The role is also required to work closely with third-party vendors to maximize program effectiveness, but also internally with both executives and other heads of departments and channels.
Role Responsibilities
- Enterprise Marketing Strategy and Execution: Manage the end-to-end marketing function (full value chain) by designing, developing, and executing the marketing strategy and related marketing programmes and plans that derive value for Business.
- Collaborate with the Marketing and New Business Development teams in executing the company's enterprise marketing strategy and programs (branding, lead generation, advertising/sponsorships, events, digital marketing) to support the company's business objectives.
- Focus on acquiring new program sponsorships through the management of all online and offline marketing programs.
- Work with the sales team in lead generation, brand awareness, and account-based marketing approach.
- Work with the event team to identify and execute events aligned with the enterprise marketing strategy.
- Develop a monitoring system to report on activity and outcomes of all enterprise marketing activities.
- Engage in competitor research to leverage competitor intelligence.
- Provide enterprise strategic direction and support the marketing team to develop/execute new marketing ideas/concepts.
- Develop and test new marketing strategies which improve response rates among new and existing customer segments.
- Conceptualize and develop report requirements for business needs.
Alliance Eco-System
- Develop marketing plans and strategies to support the alliance business function, customer value proposition, go-to-market strategy with alliances, and position the marketing of the rewards programme.
Digital Marketing
- Increase digital marketing lead pipeline through various marketing methods.
- Work with marketing agencies to develop marketing materials and digital assets to reach intended audiences.
- Execute multi-channel integrated programs including, but not limited to, digital, social media, events, webinars & email to drive marketing lead acquisition and sales pipeline.
- Work with agencies (new and existing) to plan and execute end-user campaigns.
- Develop a range of buyer persona documentation, detailing pain points and mapping the relevant solutions.
- Work with digital and communications stakeholders to build automated lead nurture flows and reporting tools to track success against KPIs.
- Prioritize, manage and optimize marketing spend to deliver against KPIs.
- Track, measure, and analyze the performance of marketing campaigns and report results to the marketing leadership.
Advertising
- Develop advertising strategies including campaigns, events, and digital marketing that will improve the customer experience and build loyalty resulting in greater impact to overall revenue.
- Direct advertising activities with other marketing team members to develop creative, consistent brand-specific ad campaigns.
- Work with other marketing team members and ad agency to establish and meet project goals, budgets, and timelines.
- Monitor project progress from planning to execution to ensure it remains focused and effective.
- Provide advice on marketing and advertising methods for new or existing products.
Management of Resources
- Manage and develop subordinates.
- Performance management.
- Training and development.
- Employee relations.
- Manage people efficiencies through leave management.
- Take appropriate disciplinary measures for any insubordination by staff.
- Recruit staff as required.
- Investigate and recommend and apply the most appropriate tools for the function.
Customer
- Create and maintain productive relationships with internal and external clients by providing advice and assistance.
- Create understanding of the 'real' versus 'perceived' need through experience and expertise while complying with company policies, legislation, and regulations.
- Keep the client informed about progress through written communication, telephone communications, and/or face-to-face meetings.
- Build a positive image by exceeding client expectations at all times.
- Treat internal and external customers fairly at all times.
Role Requirements
- Degrees in the field of Marketing or related discipline.
- MBA would be desirable.
- 10 years job-related experience, which should include at least 3 years experience in a strategic leadership role.
- Analytical Skills.
- Communication skills (verbal and written).
- Knowledge of laws or regulations i.e. POPI and advertising standards.
- Organizational behaviour.
- People Management Skills.
- Planning and Organizational Skills.
Seniority level: Executive
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Marketing and Strategy / Planning
Industries: Banking, Marketing Services, and Financial Services