VADO VACANCIES

MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER


Job Title:                                  Marketing Communications Manager
Reporting To:                          Head of Communications
Location:                                  Product and Marketing Department
Job Type:                                  Full-time, Hybrid
Salary:                                      Competitive, based on experience
Application Deadline:           8th October 2025

About Us

VADO has established an enviable reputation within the brassware industry, specifying taps and showers into prestigious homes and hotels, historic landmarks and even luxury yachts. We believe in turning the ordinary into the extraordinary. Our products are beautifully designed for those looking to make a statement with their bathroom and expertly engineered to keep up with the demands of modern day living.

Overall Objective

The Marketing Communications Manager will be responsible for delivering and coordinating a wide range of marketing communications projects within the Marketing Department, while also line managing a Marketing Communications Assistant. This is a hands-on role, the postholder will personally deliver much of the work, while delegating and overseeing tasks to their assistant where appropriate. They will ensure all advertising, public relations and communication activities are delivered to a high standard, supporting VADO’s brand and business objectives. The role requires strong organisational skills, excellent copywriting ability and the confidence to manage projects end-to-end, from brief through to delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Line Management

  • Manage, coach and develop the Marketing Communications Assistant.
  • Delegate tasks effectively, while remaining closely involved in delivery.
  • Provide guidance, support and feedback to ensure quality and accuracy.

Public Relations (PR)

  • Write, edit, and distribute press releases, case studies, and articles.
  • Build strong relationships with journalists and editors.
  • Track, monitor and circulate coverage internally.

Advertising

  • Plan and manage advertising campaigns (print).
  • Brief designers and manage artwork production.
  • Negotiate placements with media owners and track effectiveness.

Catalogue & Collateral Production

  • Proofread meticulously to ensure accuracy and consistency.
  • Support customer-specific catalogue requests.
  • Project manage catalogues, brochures, and product literature from brief through to delivery.

Print & Production Management

  • Obtain and negotiate competitive quotes.
  • Manage suppliers to ensure deadlines, quality, and cost targets are met.

Third-party Relationship Management 

  • Oversee agencies, suppliers and contractors to ensure brand consistency, value for money, and high-quality delivery.
  • Negotiate contracts and agreements to secure favourable terms and build long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships.
  • Monitor performance of external partners against agreed objectives, resolving issues and driving continuous improvement.

Market Research & Insight

  • Support market research projects to gather customer and competitor insight.
  • Present findings clearly with actionable recommendations.

Image & Asset Management

  • Maintain and organise the image library.
  • Archive outdated assets and manage usage rights.
  • Organise and oversee lifestyle photoshoots.

Exhibitions & Events

  • Organise and manage VADO’s presence at exhibitions and events.
  • Oversee logistics, design, set-up and promotional materials.
  • Ensure events deliver impact and support sales objectives.


General Marketing & Brand Management

  • Act as brand guardian, ensuring all materials reflect VADO’s identity.
  • Write clear briefs and follow projects through to completion.
  • Manage allocated budgets and monitor ROI.
  • Support other marketing activities and cross-functional projects as required.

Essential Skills and Experience

  • Proven experience in a hands-on marketing communications role.
  • Strong copywriting and proofreading skills.
  • Experience of managing PR and advertising campaigns.
  • Background in catalogue or collateral production.
  • Proven project management skills; ability to deliver multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Supplier management and negotiation experience.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Asana (preferred not essential).
  • Experience with email marketing platforms (e.g. Dot Mailer).
  • Some experience of people management (or mentoring) with potential to grow as a line manager.

Desirable Experience

  • Event and exhibition organisation.
  • Familiarity with CRM systems and digital marketing tools.
  • Experience in B2B or retail/manufacturing environments.

Personal Attributes

  • Hands-on, delivery-focused, and action-oriented; leads by example.
  • Organised, structured, and able to manage competing priorities.
  • Proactive, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
  • Confident communicator, able to work with internal stakeholders, media, and suppliers.
  • Team player who develops and supports colleagues.
  • Flexible and adaptable, able to work under pressure.
  • Detail-driven, ensuring accuracy and quality in all outputs.
  • Creative thinker with commercial awareness.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you’re a great fit for the role to recruitment@vado.com