Job Description
Job Description
Description : ABOUT US
Our philosophy at The Travel Corporation (TTC) is simple, we create enriching experiences for travellers by combining an unbeatable mix of exceptional service and quality at great value. As a global business with over 100 years of experience in the travel industry, our ethos of being ‘Driven by Service’, ensures we keep our values of passion, people and purpose at the heart of everything we do - designing and running immersive, innovative and responsible travel experiences for our guests across 70 countries. Join us in creating life-changing moments for every guest across our award-winning brands and experience the TTC difference.
OUR VALUES
- Driven by service
- An inherent passion for travel
- Commitment to our customers and to our people
- Commitment to social responsibility and our 5-year sustainability strategy
POSITION SUMMARY
The interim Partner Marketing Manager plays a pivotal role in delivering value and measurable business impact through strategic execution of trade and partner marketing plans. Responsible for managing national and regional account marketing programs, this role supports TTC Tour Brands’ commercial growth by ensuring campaigns and activations are commercially justified, KPI-aligned, and performance-optimized.
With accountability for budget execution, project management, performance reporting, and team leadership, this role partners cross-functionally to ensure that marketing efforts drive sales uplift, conversion performance, and partner engagement, while enhancing the TTC brand presence in the trade ecosystem.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Execution & Commercial Alignment
Execute annual and quarterly partner marketing plans aligned to commercial objectives and sales growth KPIs.Translate account-level goals into marketing actions that improve partner performance and drive booking behavior.Ensure all initiatives are evaluated against clear performance metrics (revenue, conversion, cost of acquisition, ROI).Campaign & Project Management
Oversee the development, launch, and performance of partner marketing campaigns across digital, print, in-store, and co-branded environments.Manage timelines, deliverables, and resource alignment across cross-functional teams to ensure campaigns are delivered on time, on brand, and on budget.Budget Oversight & ROI Accountability
Manage allocated partner marketing budgets with strict cost discipline, ensuring marketing funds and co-op are deployed to initiatives with demonstrable value.Track performance outcomes and use post-campaign reporting to evaluate ROI and inform future spend allocation.Performance Measurement & Optimization
Lead campaign reporting and partner performance dashboards, incorporating KPIs such as bookings, impressions, click-through, and sales lift.Provide actionable insights and continuous improvement recommendations to internal stakeholders and partner accounts.Partner Relationship Support
Support the Partner Marketing Director in managing relationships with national and strategic accounts.Act as a trusted marketing advisor to internal Sales and Account Managers, aligning plans with business needs and partner maturity.Team Management & Collaboration
Supervise the Partner Marketing Coordinator, ensuring delivery excellence, clear role accountability, and professional development.Collaborate closely with Sales, Brand Marketing, Product, and Creative teams to deliver aligned, high-impact partner campaigns.Channel Ownership & Content Development
Oversee development of content for partner co-branded websites, advisor resource portals, and promotional materials.Ensure messaging is clear, on-brand, and customized to partner tone, audience, and commercial goals.Industry Engagement & Best Practices
Attend partner meetings or trade events as needed to represent TTC Tour Brands and gather market intelligence.Contribute to the development of best practices in partner marketing strategy, planning, and measurement.Requirements :
ROLE SUCCESS CRITERIA
Execute all committed partner marketing campaigns on time, within budget, and to brand standards.Maintain accurate monthly budget tracking and invoice processing.Support partner revenue and booking goals through timely, high-impact marketing activations.Foster strong internal and external relationships, reflected by positive partner and stakeholder feedback.KEY INDIVIDUAL TRAITS
Adaptability : Demonstrates the ability to adjust effectively to changing environments, priorities, and challenges. Embraces new ideas and approaches with flexibility and openness.Attention to detail : Carefully reviews work to ensure accuracy, quality, and completeness. Adheres to rules and procedures.Collaborative : Builds strong relationships and works cross-functionally with a consultative, co-creative approach to influence and align others in a fast-paced environment.YOUR EXPERIENCE AND EXPERTISE
5–7 years of marketing experience, preferably with exposure to partner, trade, or B2B marketing programsExperience managing budgets and tracking marketing campaign ROIDemonstrated success collaborating across sales and marketing functions to drive measurable outcomesProficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPointFamiliarity with CRM platforms (Salesforce preferred), project management tools (e.g., Monday.com), and content management systemsStrong understanding of marketing metrics, tracking methodologies, and performance dashboardsStrong commercial mindset with the ability to connect marketing activity to business outcomesSkilled at balancing brand integrity with partner priorities and market responsivenessAnalytical and insights-oriented, with strong reporting and data interpretation abilitiesCollaborative team player with the ability to influence without authorityOrganized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple deadlines and stakeholders simultaneouslyTRAVEL & OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Work Location : Hybrid (office & remote) - details to be agreed with line managerTravel : To be discussed. Occasional travel may be required for partner meetings or industry events.This role is temporary (9 months) with a potential option for permanent placement.