Digital Marketing Specialist (Fixed Term Contract)

South Shields, Tyne And Wear
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

Working Monday to Friday, 08:30am 5pm on a 9 month fixed term contract, you will be responsible for:

• Utilise performance marketing channels (PPC, SEO, affiliates, digital media) to enhance our digital presence across different languages and locations.
• Assist the Head of Performance Marketing and Managers in executing a wide range of marketing initiatives.
• Develop and implement campaigns aimed at acquiring and retaining customers through digital performance channels, working within agile teams.
• Collaborate with managers to continuously improve performance marketing activities.
• Report, analyse, and optimize marketing channels on a daily basis to boost passenger business performance.
• Work closely with agencies, suppliers, and affiliate networks to ensure seamless execution of marketing strategies.

About you

The ideal candidate will be a skilled marketing professional with over 2 years of experience in digital marketing channels, particularly in PPC, SEO, affiliates, and digital media. They possess a solid understanding of broader digital marketing channels and demonstrate excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with strong proficiency in the English language. Attention to detail is a key strength, along with the ability to blend analytical insight with creative execution. The candidate will be well-versed in digital marketing tools and reporting suites such as Google Analytics, Google Marketing Platform, and Facebook Business Manager. They are passionate about marketing and thrive on the diverse scope of the various channels we work on.

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 Breeze, 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.