Marketing Manager, School of Medicine

About the role

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service. JOB SUMMARY The   Marketing Manager   serves as the lead   Marketing and Communications   partner for   assigned   SLU   academic units and administrative divisions. Acting as a trusted advisor, this role translates unit goals into strategic, multi-channel marketing and communications plans that align with   University   priorities and brand standards. This position   coordinates with Marketing and Communications   (MarCom)   colleagues to deliver campaigns on time, on budget, and on goal, fostering collaboration and measurable impact across the University.   PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Marketing Planning   and Implementation   Helps l ead the development of integrated, multi-channel marketing and communications strategies that drive enrollment, reputation, revenue, and student success Collaborates with   unit partners and   Mar C om   experts   to align marketing efforts and strategic communications, including social   media, web   content, print, and internal   and external   messaging Translates   strategies   into actionable marketing initiatives; develops creative briefs and project roadmaps;   manages   task lists and timelines to guide content, design, and channel strategy Executes marketing   campaigns   across   paid media,   web,   and social   channels, engaging   cross-functional teams of subject matter experts, writers, designers, and vendor partners as needed,   to deliver campaigns from conception through execution and evaluatio n Monitors plan execution, timelines, and budgets, proactively addressing risks or barriers to success   to   ensure follow through Oversees performance tracking, working closely with vendor partners when applicable; u ses performance metrics and analytics to inform data-driven recommendations and continuous improvement Upholds SLU’s brand strategy, visual identity, and editorial standards across all projects   Campus Partner Engagement   Serves as the primary liaison for assigned   campus   units,   working with unit experts to   regularly   assess needs, gather insights,   and   identify   priorities   and   objectives Facilitates collaboration between campus partners and MarCom   colleagues, ensuring transparency, alignment, and shared success Identifies   and acts on   timely   opportunities to advance University and campus unit   objectives; i nteracts with faculty,   staff   and students to cultivate story ideas   aligned with audience insights   and   strategic areas of expertise Monitors relevant regional and national trends;   develops a deep understanding of   campus   partner business sector and audiences;   identify   and develop newsworthy content,   support the MarCom PR team   on   media   opportunities   and   timely   stories for amplification through owned channels Collaborates closely with   unit and admission partners through out   the prospective student journey   to   optimiz e   marketing and communication channels   at each   phase Provides strategic counsel to campus partners and University leadership, grounded in higher education marketing trends and data insights Other Performs other duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Expertise   in paid media tactics, platforms, tracking, automation, and emerging marketing technologies Knowledge of   channel strategy and   content best practices   across earned,   owned   and shared marketing channels Strategic   mindset   and hands-on execution skills Proven success leading integrated marketing   and communications   initiatives and cultivating strong relationships Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills Exceptional organizational skills Excellent listening and relationship-building abilities Ability to turn complex needs into clear, actionable plans   and well-executed   initiatives Ability to inspire trust Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines while   maintaining   quality and attention to detail Ability to thrive in a collaborative, mission-driven environment rooted in Jesuit values   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, marketing, or a closely related field   Five or more years of progressive experience in marketing, paid media strategy, and/or project management   PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Marketing or advertising agency experience Experience in higher education   marketing   and/or fields related to campus units Familiarity with CRM platforms, project management tools (e.g., Asana, Monday, Trello, Wrike), and analytics dashboards Knowledge of enrollment marketing, reputation-building, and stakeholder engagement Function Brand Management Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.