Field Marketing Manager

Primrose School

$70K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years in marketing, preferably in local/field marketing or franchising.
  • Strong grasp of local digital marketing channels (paid search, social media, SEO).
  • Ability to build relationships with business owners and franchisees.
  • Excellent communication for translating strategies into actionable recommendations.
  • Effective organization skills to manage a high-volume portfolio and competing deadlines.
  • Aptitude for analyzing marketing performance data to inform strategies.
  • Proactive and self-directed with accountability in assigned markets.
  • Willingness to travel up to 30% for site visits and events.
  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary marketing partner for a regional portfolio of franchise schools.
  • Consult on marketing investment allocation across various channels.
  • Review and approve local marketing plans ensuring alignment with brand standards.
  • Track and monitor marketing spending, addressing compliance proactively.
  • Provide Franchise Owners with recommendations and resources for success throughout the year.
  • Ensure all marketing activities meet brand compliance and standards.
  • Build strong relationships with Franchise Owners through proactive engagement.

Benefits

  • 401(k) with company matching up to 3.5%.
  • Dental insurance provided.
  • Health insurance coverage included.
  • Paid time off available.
  • Flexible work from home options offered.
Full Job Description
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off


FIELD MARKETING MANAGER

WHAT YOU WILL DO

As the Field Marketing Manager, you will serve as the primary local marketing partner for a regional portfolio of Primrose Schools franchise school locations. You will work directly with Franchise Owners to build effective annual marketing plans, make smart use of their required local marketing investment, and execute programs that drive enrollment growth in their communities. In this role, you will blend marketing expertise, relationship management, and accountability to ensure Franchise Owners have the guidance, tools, and support needed to grow their schools while maintaining brand standards. This role reports to the Senior Manager, Field Marketing.

Franchisee Advisory & Plan Management
  • Support a regional portfolio of franchise schools as the primary day-to-day local marketing resource and trusted advisor.
  • Consult Franchise Owners on how to allocate their local marketing investment across digital, social media, community events, local advertising, public relations, referral generation, and grassroots outreach.
  • Review and approve annual and ongoing local marketing plans, ensuring strategies are market-appropriate, channel-effective, and aligned with brand expectations.
  • Monitor marketing spend pacing across assigned schools and proactively address underinvestment or off-track activity before compliance issues arise.
  • Deliver seasonal recommendations, campaign toolkits, and educational resources that keep Franchise Owners informed, engaged, and positioned for success throughout the year.

Brand Compliance & Channel Quality
  • Ensure local marketing activity across the assigned portfolio meets brand standards, franchise agreement requirements, and established marketing guidelines.
  • Review Franchise Owner-submitted creative assets, vendor selections, and event plans prior to launch, providing timely and constructive feedback.
  • Identify and escalate recurring concerns, brand misuse, or compliance risks to leadership and cross-functional partners in accordance with established processes.
  • Maintain accurate approval records, plan documentation, and compliance tracking in partnership with internal operations and support teams.

Franchise Owner Relationship Management
  • Build strong, trusted relationships with Franchise Owners by becoming a proactive marketing partner they rely on for guidance and support.
  • Conduct regular touchpoints through calls, virtual meetings, and periodic in-market visits to strengthen engagement and drive results.
  • Respond to Franchise Owner questions and requests with urgency and professionalism, engaging subject matter experts when specialized support is needed.
  • Partner with Franchise Business Consultant to drive school performance and address business needs.
  • Gather and share field feedback, local market insights, and successful practices with the broader marketing team to improve programs and resources systemwide.


WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
  • 8+ years of marketing experience, ideally in local marketing, field marketing, franchising, or a multi-location business environment.
  • Strong understanding of local digital marketing channels including paid search, paid social, local SEO, Google Business Profile, and social media strategy.
  • Demonstrated ability to build credibility and strong working relationships with business owners, operators, or client partners.
  • Excellent communication and consultation skills, with the ability to translate marketing strategy into clear, practical recommendations.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a high-volume portfolio, multiple priorities, and competing deadlines.
  • Comfort interpreting marketing performance data and using insights to guide decisions and improve outcomes.
  • Self-directed, proactive mindset with strong ownership and accountability for assigned markets and relationships.
  • Ability to travel up to 30% of the time within the assigned region for school visits, owner meetings, and local events.
  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.

WHAT YOU WILL GET
  • Commission or bonuses based on personal and company performance
  • 50% tuition reimbursement for up to three children and/or one grandchild at any Primrose School
  • Full-time team members are eligible for health, dental and vision insurance
  • 401k with company matching up to 3.5% and company provided life insuranc
  • Employee Assistance Program


Flexible work from home options available.

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