Marketing Business Partner

Oxford Brookes University is distinctive in nature. We are a modern and forward thinking institution rooted in, and connected to a city with a rich history of culture and learning. We are a globally recognised University focused on providing high-quality teaching, delivering impactful research and an excellent student experience. Our vision is simple: “shape tomorrow through our unique blend of the modern and the traditional, by embracing diversity, seeking out the new and excelling in education and research.”

The role

Reporting within the Strategic Marketing & Communications team, the Marketing Business Partner will provide dedicated commercial marketing expertise within Marketing, Recruitment and Engagement (MRE) to drive income growth, occupancy, and retention across Commercial and Campus Services (Halls, Brookes Lettings, Venues, Summer Schools, Catering, and Print). This role bridges commercial objectives with the student experience, embedding the Resi Life strategy and developing data-led multi-channel growth plans to support the university's financial goals.

What will I be doing?

• Lead and execute data-informed marketing strategies across Halls, Brookes Lettings, Venues, Summer Schools, Catering, and Print Services to directly drive income growth and achieve institutional financial targets.
• Elevate the Venues brand across corporate and conference markets, utilising targeted sector campaigns and digital channel optimisations to drive external bookings and year-round short-stay business.
• Provide strategic oversight for third-party catering marketing activities (e.g., Gather & Gather) to ensure agreed revenue targets and income contributions to the University are met.
• Articulate and safeguard the Commercial and Campus Services proposition across all internal and external touchpoints, ensuring high-converting digital experiences and consistent brand messaging.

What skills do I need?

• An appropriate degree or equivalent qualification in a marketing subject, or substantial practical experience of marketing (higher degree/professional qualification in marketing desirable).
• Proven experience in strategic marketing, integrated campaign delivery across digital, web, and social channels, and applying data insight to set KPIs and demonstrate ROI.
• Strong commercial acumen and demonstrable experience managing budgets or commercial growth strategies.
• Experience leading high-performing, multi-disciplinary teams and working across organisational boundaries to deliver institutional objectives.

Please see Candidate Pack for full duties and skills.

Location

Based primarily at our John Payne Building, Gipsy Lane, you’ll experience the vibrant campus atmosphere and benefit from our modern office environment. We encourage flexible and hybrid working where the role allows.

Benefits

As one of the largest employers in Oxford we pride ourselves in the great experience we offer our staff. You’ll be joining a friendly, professional environment where every member of staff is recognised as important to the success of Oxford Brookes University. To find out more about the benefits of working for Oxford Brookes please visit: www.brookes.ac.uk/job-vacancies/working-at-brookes.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

At Oxford Brookes, inclusivity is one of our five guiding principles: we take positive steps to create an environment in which we celebrate, value and provide equal opportunity to all. We are committed to recruiting from the widest possible pool and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who embrace our values, regardless of their background.

As a Disability Confident Employer we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.

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