Hereford Cattle Society marketing role now recruiting
The Opportunity: Step into an exciting marketing role where your creativity and strategic thinking can showcase this iconic, heritage-rich brand.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and experienced marketing professional to join a well-established Breed Society. As the Marketing Manager, you will take the lead on marketing initiatives and drive the growth of the society’s digital presence.
This hybrid role is based in our Hereford office, offering flexible working opportunities whilst giving you the scope to make a real and tangible impact.
The Hereford Cattle Society is long established, supporting livestock breeders, farmers and its membership.
Guided by strong leadership, it plays a central role in promoting and preserving tradition while driving innovation in sustainable, modern cattle production. The society remains committed to delivering an ambitious long-term strategy.
Role Responsibilities:
- To oversee the website, ensuring timely updates, fresh content, and effective navigation
- To create and publish relevant engaging articles, newsletters, livestreaming and social media
- To track marketing and communications projects and keep them within budget
- To represent the society at agricultural shows, events, and member activities
- To contribute ideas and initiatives to raise the profile of the society and support growth
- To design merchandise and promotional material
- To work alongside the General Manager to seek out and explore potential relationships with other breed societies and industry stakeholders in line with our articles of association
The Candidate:
- Previous experience within a marketing role
- A good background and understanding of print media
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Organised and able to manage a varied and full workload efficiently and to set deadlines
- Creative and confident with excellent interpersonal skills
- A strong team player who can work collaboratively across the team
- Ambitious and driven with a ‘can-do’ attitude
- A curiosity and willingness to learn about new and emerging business strategies
- Proficient IT skills
- Good agricultural knowledge with a passion for livestock
- Proficient in Canva, Mailchimp, and WordPress
- Clean Valid UK Driving Licence
- This role will require the successful candidate to work weekends and some nights away
Remuneration: A competitive salary and package with flexible hybrid working options available.
If you thrive in a varied role and are eager to showcase and further develop your marketing skills with this iconic brand, please send your CV and covering letter to the Hereford Cattle Society hello@herefordcattle.org.
Applications will close on Friday 23 October 2026.
