Job Description

Carnival Corporation is the largest operator of cruise companies in the world, dedicated to delivering unforgettable holiday happiness to our guests. Our success is built on a foundation of diverse talents and perspectives, and we believe in fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. In our continuous journey of growth and innovation at Carnival Corporation, we are seeking Marketing and Outreach Specialist Maritime Cadets to bring fresh insights and expertise to our Corporate department. 

Role Overview

The Outreach & Marketing Specialist will deliver and coordinate marketing and outreach efforts to recruit cadets across multiple brands and raise the profile of cadetships and the wider maritime industry. This role will build strong partnerships with maritime colleges and schools across the UK, maritime clusters, and other stakeholders to inspire the next generation of maritime professionals.

Please note: This role will require frequent travel in support of events and outreach across the UK.

This pivotal role will involve:

• Support and assist with the development of the recruitment strategy to attract sufficient, motivated candidates to meet the programme requirements.

• Design and deliver multi-channel marketing campaigns to attract cadets across various brands

• Develop engaging content and promotional materials tailored to young people, parents, educators, and career influencers.

• Represent the organisation at careers fairs, maritime and educational open days, and industry events. 

• Build and maintain relationships with maritime colleges, training providers, schools, and youth organisations and collaborate with the UK maritime cluster and industry partners to align outreach efforts and share best practices

• Act as a key liaison between internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging and coordination.

• Develop and manage a social media strategy to promote cadetships and maritime careers across platforms such as Instagram, LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, and Facebook and monitor engagement metrics and trends to refine content and increase reach and impact.

• Track and report on outreach impact, engagement metrics, and recruitment outcomes and use data to refine strategies and demonstrate return on investment.

This role sits at CUK09 level within our organisation and is offered on a full-time, permanent basis. We operate a hybrid working model, with up to two days working from home. The role will require a significant amount of travel across the UK.

What You'll Bring

Your unique background and skills are what will make you stand out. We're looking for:

• Proven experience in marketing, outreach, or recruitment, ideally within education, youth engagement, or maritime sectors.
• Strong time management and organizational skills. Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Ability to build partnerships and work collaboratively across organisations.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Ability to build partnerships and work collaboratively across organisations.
• Creative thinker with a passion for inspiring young people
• Experience working with schools, colleges, or youth organisations.
• Knowledge of the UK maritime industry and cadet training pathways is desirable.

• Track and report on outreach impact, engagement metrics, and recruitment outcomes and use data to refine strategies and demonstrate return on investment

Application Guidance

Diversity is our strength, and we encourage applications from those with varied experiences, whether you meet every listed requirement or not. If you’re passionate about Marketing and looking for an opportunity to grow, we’d love to hear from you. 

Why Join Us?

Working with us means more than just a role in Carnival. It’s about being part of a team that values well-being and personal growth. Here’s what we offer:

• Employee Discounted Cruising plus Friends and Family offers

• Minimum 25 days leave, bank holiday allowance and holiday trading scheme
• Recognition scheme with prizes and awards
• Regular office events including live entertainment, lifestyle events and charity partner fundraisers
• Extensive learning and development opportunities
• Employee-led networks
• Employee Assistance and Wellbeing programmes
• Company paid Health Cash Plan and health assessment
• In-house Occupational Health help and access to digital GP
• Life Assurance
• Parental and adoption leave
• Employee Shares Plan
• Electric Car and Cycle to Work schemes
• Onsite restaurant offering range of healthy cooked and grab and go meals
• Discounted retail and leisure via discounts portal
• Contributory Defined Contribution Pension scheme
• A friendly welcome with help settling in

Due to the popularity of our roles and our commitment to finding the best talent, we might close applications earlier than advertised. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to become part of a team dedicated to creating unforgettable holiday happiness. Apply today to start your journey with us.

Recruitment Journey

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