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Interim Brand & Communications Director (3-Month Contract)Start Date: Ideally w/c 20 MayLocation: Hybrid - 1 day per week onsite in LeicestershireDay Rate: £550-£650 per day (inside IR35)Interview Process: 2 stagesAvailability: Immediate
A leading consumer brand is seeking an experienced Interim Brand & Communications Director to bridge a short-term leadership gap within its marketing team. Following a recent restructure and the development of a strong growth marketing function, the brand and comms team is now being built out separately.
With a new CMO joining in June and the current interim director stepping into a permanent role elsewhere, this contractor will provide crucial leadership and continuity during the handover and onboarding period.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead and support a junior marketing team (currently 2 contractors and 1 permanent staff)
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Execute against an already-defined brand and comms strategy
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Offer hands-on leadership across brand, comms, and social media channels
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Help recruit and onboard 3 permanent hires (Brand & Campaigns, Content & PR, Community Manager)
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Elevate current campaign delivery through a test-and-learn, data-driven approach
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Act as a key advisor to ensure smooth transition ahead of the new CMO's arrival
Ideal Candidate:
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Proven experience in brand and communications leadership roles
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Strong execution focus with a hands-on approach
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Background in B2C and/or tech sectors preferred
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Social media fluency is a plus
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Data-driven mindset with an eye for measurable outcomes
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Experience managing and mentoring junior teams
