Marketing & Communications Director
Education Sector | Compass Group
Location: Flexible with travel to Chertsey 1–2 days per week
We are looking for an exceptional Marketing & Communications Director to lead the strategic direction of marketing, brand, participation, and communications across our Education sector portfolio.
This is a high-impact leadership role for a commercially minded, creative, and customer-focused marketing professional who is passionate about shaping the future of food in education. Working closely with the Education CEO and senior leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in driving growth, increasing participation and engagement across education sites, strengthening client relationships, and positioning the business as a market leader within schools, colleges, and universities.
The Opportunity
This role offers the chance to influence how food is experienced across education settings balancing innovation, nutrition, sustainability, and enjoyment while delivering measurable commercial growth.
You will lead the development and execution of integrated marketing, brand, participation, and communications strategies across a diverse portfolio spanning State Schools, Independent Schools, Universities, and Colleges.
From high-profile campaigns and digital transformation initiatives to stakeholder engagement and brand positioning, this is a unique opportunity to shape a forward-thinking and purpose-led food service business.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Brand & Customer Experience
Client Engagement & Business Growth
Campaigns & Communications
Digital & Data-Driven Marketing
Innovation & ESG
Leadership & Performance
About You
We are looking for a strategic and commercially astute marketing leader with significant senior-level experience within food service, hospitality, retail, or a comparable B2B2C environment.
You will bring:
Experience within education catering or contract catering environments would be highly advantageous.
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive and ambitious organisation where marketing, brand, and customer participation play a central role in shaping the future of food in education.
You’ll have the platform to lead meaningful change, influence strategy at the highest level, and create engaging experiences that increase participation and strengthen brand reputation across the UK education sector.
If you are an innovative marketing leader ready to make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.
We ensure you’re rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
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