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Marketing Data & Insights Executive

Posted Today by Morgan McKinley


The RoleAs Marketing Data & Insights Executive, you will play a key role in measuring, analysing and optimising mark...

  • Rate £30,000 per year
  • Category Fixed-Term
  • Work type Remote
  • Location Reading

Digital Organisation Design & Transformation Lead

Posted 4 days ago by Sanderson Government & Defence


Digital Organisation Design & Transformation LeadReading (2 days per week onsite) | 6 months | £750/day (Inside IR35...

  • Rate £750 per day
  • Category Inside
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location Reading, Berkshire, UK

Marketing Lead, UKI

Posted 6 days ago by Asana


The Marketing Lead, UKI at Asana is responsible for leading regional marketing efforts across the UK and Ireland, acting...

  • Rate £119,000 per year
  • Category Undetermined
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location South East; Milton Keynes; Southampton; Dartford; Reading; Maidstone; Sutton; Croydon; Slough; Portsmouth; Brighton

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Sales Executive – Digital Marketing - South East

Posted 1 week ago by Savasaachi Marketing Agency Ltd


The Sales Executive – Digital Marketing role at Savasaachi Marketing Agency involves engaging with high-end clients in t...

  • Rate £50,000 per year
  • Category Undetermined
  • Work type Remote
  • Location South East; Milton Keynes; Southampton; Dartford; Reading; Maidstone; Sutton; Croydon; Slough; Portsmouth; Brighton

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Commercial Manager - (Digital Technology) - Inside IR35 - Fully Remote

Posted 1 week ago by Berkeley Square IT Ltd


The Commercial Manager for Digital Technology is responsible for managing third-party and in-house suppliers, ensuring t...

  • Rate £600 per day
  • Category Inside
  • Work type Remote
  • Location Reading, Berkshire, UK

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Digital Design and Transformation Lead

Posted 1 week ago by Sanderson Government and Defence


The Digital Design and Transformation Lead will spearhead strategic digital change within a security-conscious environme...

  • Rate £800 per day
  • Category Inside
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location Reading (RG1), RG1

Digital Account Director - South East

Posted 1 week ago by YELL Group/ Hibu (Main Account)


The Digital Account Director role at Yell involves managing a high-value client portfolio within the London/M25 area, fo...

  • Rate £51,000 per year
  • Category Undetermined
  • Work type Undetermined
  • Location South East; Milton Keynes; Southampton; Dartford; Reading; Maidstone; Sutton; Croydon; Slough; Portsmouth; Brighton

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Lifecycle Marketing Manager

Posted 1 week ago by Zinc


The Lifecycle Marketing Manager at Zinc will be responsible for managing CRM systems and customer journeys, focusing on...

  • Rate £88,800 per year
  • Category Undetermined
  • Work type Undetermined
  • Location South East; Milton Keynes; Southampton; Dartford; Reading; Maidstone; Sutton; Croydon; Slough; Portsmouth; Brighton

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Managing Partner (Performance & Search-Led Portfolio) (12 Month Fixed Term Contr...

Posted 1 week ago by Croud Inc Ltd


The Managing Partner role at Croud involves leading a dedicated Client Team to strategically manage a performance-led cl...

  • Rate £100,500 per year
  • Category Fixed-Term
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location South East; Milton Keynes; Southampton; Dartford; Reading; Maidstone; Sutton; Croydon; Slough; Portsmouth; Brighton

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Community & Field Marketing Lead

Posted 2 weeks ago by Risk Ledger


The Community & Field Marketing Lead at Risk Ledger will spearhead the company's community-led growth strategy, focusing...

  • Rate £90,000 per year
  • Category Undetermined
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location South East; Milton Keynes; Southampton; Dartford; Reading; Maidstone; Sutton; Croydon; Slough; Portsmouth; Brighton

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Marketing Manager

Posted 2 weeks ago by Holistic AI


The Marketing Manager at Holistic AI will play a pivotal role in driving impactful marketing initiatives that enhance br...

  • Rate £75,000 per year
  • Category Undetermined
  • Work type Undetermined
  • Location South East; Milton Keynes; Southampton; Dartford; Reading; Maidstone; Sutton; Croydon; Slough; Portsmouth; Brighton

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About Our Digital Marketing Contract Roles in Reading

What does a digital marketing contractor do?

Digital Marketing contractors plan and execute marketing campaigns across online channels, covering paid search, paid social, display advertising, email marketing, content marketing, SEO, and marketing automation. The role is hands-on and results-driven: clients expect contractors to set up campaigns, manage budgets, analyse performance data, optimise for conversions, and report on ROI. Unlike a marketing strategist or brand consultant, a digital marketing contractor is expected to operate the tools directly, whether that is Google Ads, Meta Business Suite, HubSpot, Marketo, or a programmatic advertising platform. Organisations hire digital marketing contractors when launching new products or campaigns, filling gaps in their marketing team, or bringing in specialist channel expertise that their permanent team lacks.

What is the market like for digital marketing contractors?

The UK digital marketing contracting market is active and accessible, with relatively low barriers to entry compared to many contracting disciplines. Demand is broad-based across sectors, though e-commerce, technology, and financial services are the largest hirers. The market is segmented by channel specialism: PPC and paid social contractors are the most commonly hired, followed by SEO specialists and marketing automation experts. Generalist digital marketing contractors who can work across multiple channels are valued by smaller organisations that need a single contractor to cover their entire digital marketing operation. Rates are lower than most IT or finance contracting disciplines, reflecting the larger talent pool and the more junior average seniority of the work. However, specialists in areas like programmatic advertising, marketing data analytics, or CRM implementation can command rates at the upper end of the range.

What is the contracting market like in Reading?

The Thames Valley corridor's concentration of global technology and telecommunications companies defines Reading's contracting character almost entirely. Several firms maintain their UK or European headquarters in and around the town, sustaining deep hiring activity across software engineering, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, networking, and IT programme delivery. This heavy technology skew means Reading lacks the breadth in finance, government, or construction found in comparably sized cities, but within its specialism the depth is exceptional. Proximity to London means the two markets overlap significantly, with many contractors working interchangeably across Reading and west London engagements. Rates closely track London levels for technology roles, typically sitting no more than 5 to 10 per cent below, reflecting the calibre of employers and the intensity of competition for specialist skills.

How much do digital marketing contractors usually earn in Reading?

Contract rates for digital marketing roles in Reading typically range from £315 to £578 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.

How many digital marketing vacancies in Reading are there on Quality Contracts?

Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 250 digital marketing contract roles across the site, with Reading showing strong demand. Data reviewed up to June 2026.