Investment Trust Marketing, Associate Director

We are partnering with a globally respected investment management firm, is seeking to appoint an Associate Director for Investment Trust Marketing to join their UK Marketing division. This is a high-profile opportunity to take ownership of marketing activity across a well-established range of listed Investment Companies, with responsibility for both retail and professional investor communications.

This is a hands-on, strategic role, accountable for executing integrated marketing programmes that support the commercial objectives of the Investment Companies business. These programmes will target a broad audience, from existing shareholders to new investors, and will span paid and owned channels across both digital and traditional platforms. You will collaborate with a range of internal stakeholders across Marketing, Sales, Investment Management and the Investment Companies business, shaping messaging and delivering campaigns that resonate with key client segments. You will also oversee agency relationships, ensure output is compliant with FCA regulations, and manage the ongoing optimisation of contact strategies and budget allocation.

The successful candidate will be involved in:

• Develop and implement integrated marketing plans across investor segments
• Execute end-to-end campaigns aligned with fund board objectives and UK distribution strategy
• Manage media planning, creative development, content creation, and campaign evaluation
• Collaborate with internal teams to shape strategic messaging and prioritise activity
• Maintain relationships with agencies and third-party vendors to ensure high-quality delivery
• Oversee the production and compliance of all marketing materials
• Seek ongoing improvement in the efficiency and impact of marketing initiatives

The ideal candidate will have:

• Significant experience in marketing within the retail investment space, ideally with exposure to Investment Trusts
• Strong understanding of the UK regulatory environment, financial markets, and investment products
• Proven ability to develop campaign messaging and briefs for both B2B and end-consumer audiences
• Skilled in using digital platforms such as Adobe Analytics and Marketo (desirable)
• Highly organised and process-oriented, with strong analytical skills
• Comfortable influencing stakeholders and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• IMC or equivalent professional qualification would be advantageous

To find out more about this opportunity, please apply here or email Chris at [email protected].

Bruin recognises the positive value of diversity, and aims to promote equality and challenge unfair discrimination. As a champion of equal opportunity employment we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons – men and women, people of all ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, religions and beliefs. We particularly encourage applications from women, disabled, and Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as these groups are underrepresented throughout the financial services industry. Our clients work with us because they value a diverse workforce, and subscribe to our shared principle that all appointments are made on merit and that ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration.