£30K/yr to £35K/yr
North Tyneside, England
Permanent, Variable

Digital Marketing Specialist

Posted by DFDS.

Do you want to be a valued part of the critical infrastructure that serves communities across Europe and beyond? Are you looking for a position in which you can set direction and help shape our company? If so, then you could be the newest addition to our team as Digital Marketing Specialist.

Be part of the movement – and play your part

About the role

As the Digital Marketing Specialist, you will be supporting our Head of Performance Marketing & Performance and Marketing Managers to execute initiatives whilst also driving direct digital distribution activity across languages and locations through performance marketing channels (PPC, SEO, affiliates, digital media). You will specialise on defined digital marketing channels to optimise performance but have the flexibility to support across the full digital marketing mix when required (including PPC, SEO, affiliate, display, email, website, app & social)

You will be responsible for:

  • Developing campaigns and implement effective initiatives to acquire & retain customers through digital performance channels as part of agile teams.
  • Ongoing development of all performance marketing activities working closely with Managers for continued improvement.
  • Reporting, analysing & optimising performance marketing channels daily to improve overall passenger business performance.
  • Working with all performance marketing agencies/suppliers and affiliate networks.
  • Proactively supporting managers to work towards specifically outlined objectives across the performance strategies.
  • Researching and identifying new developments and trends within the Digital Marketing industry for continual expansion, growth and improvement, individually and for the brand.
  • Ensuring campaigns and projects across marketing are fully supported within the performance marketing activities.
  • Supporting colleagues in Technology & Innovation function to ensure effective digital marketing tooling and technology.

About you

We are on the hunt for a dynamic and skilled marketing professional with over 2 years of hands-on experience in digital marketing channels, particularly PPC, SEO, affiliates, and digital media. If you have a knack for understanding the broader digital landscape and excel in both written and verbal communication, this role is for you. Your exceptional English language skills and keen attention to detail will set you apart as you creatively combine analytical insights with execution. Proficiency with top-tier digital marketing tools and reporting suites like Google Analytics, Google Marketing Platform, and Facebook Business Manager is crucial. While experience in ecommerce and knowledge of the travel and digital marketing industries are desirable, what we value most is your ability to work seamlessly with various departments, including Marketing and Passenger functions. Familiarity with agile methodologies and experience in multi-language marketing will give you an edge. A degree or professional qualification in Marketing, Digital, or Business is a plus. If you are energetic, likable, organized, and thrive as a team player, we want to hear from you! Join us and make an impact in a collaborative and innovative environment.

We think the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions, varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. And we cannot wait for you to join.

Working at DFDS

Join the movement and grow with us.

Be a valued member of a diverse team at DFDS and help drive change together.

While you're with us, we want you to develop. At DFDS, we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace. We will also offer training courses that can support you in your role, if needed.

Now about what we can give you. You'll be able to access some fantastic benefits such as:

  • Life assurance cover
  • Contributory company pension scheme
  • Holiday Purchase Scheme
  • Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests between Dover and Calais / Newcastle and Amsterdam with no limit on trips
  • Full employee assistance programme including:
  • Proactive financial, emotional, mental, and physical health care support including face to face counselling, fast 24/7 access to a GP, a second medical opinion and legal support for colleagues and their family.
  • Huge range of retail discounts from high street and online retailers
  • Cashback on health care including dental, optical, physiotherapy, prescriptions, specialist consultations and much more.
  • Access to Thrive, our award-winning Wellbeing platform.
  • Access to mental health first aid and opportunity to join support webinars with a focus on all areas of positive wellbeing.

Are we a match? Then what are you waiting for? Apply Now.

If you think your personality, skills, experience, and desire match this role, we'd love to hear from you. Please send us your CV as soon as possible, as we're keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis.

We look forward to hearing from you.