Softwire is one of the UK’s leading technology consultancies, offering services in software engineering, design, innovation, cloud, mobile, data and AI. We deliver high-profile and cutting-edge digital projects for household names across the public and private sectors.

Softwire was founded on one simple idea: if we can create the best possible culture and working environment then everything else will fall into place. And it seems to be working – we were recently voted number 1 company to work for in the UK at the Best Company awards, and we have a loyal and growing client base who trust us with their hardest problems and their mission critical projects.

We focus on creating a great culture and working environment and we are looking for people who share our core beliefs about what makes a great place to work:

• That if a job is worth doing, it’s worth doing properly.
• That work should be fulfilling but can also be fun.
• That kindness matters and should be extended to employees and clients alike.
• That by being trusting and trustworthy as an organisation and as individuals we can dispense with tedious bureaucracy and rules.

When you work with Softwire, you’re not only becoming part of a team with in-depth technical skills and delivery expertise – you’ll be working in a high-trust environment alongside skilled, kind, fun people who are passionate about creating amazing services and experiences that solve real problems.

In brief

We are seeking an Interim Chief Marketing Officer to step in during a pivotal stage of our company’s growth. The primary focus of this role is to lead the execution of our rebrand and deliver an integrated PR, communications, and content programme to amplify it.

This person will ensure momentum across our marketing function, provide clear leadership to the team, and maintain alignment with our business goals.

The role

You Will Be Responsible For

• Rebrand execution
  • Oversee final rollout of brand identity across digital and physical touchpoints.
  • Ensure consistent application of the new brand across all marketing and communications assets.
  • Manage relationships with external brand and design partners.
• PR, Communications & Content
  • Develop and execute a PR and communications plan to maximise awareness of the rebrand and company positioning.
  • Lead on content strategy and oversee creation of thought leadership, client stories, and campaign assets.
  • Manage media relationships, press opportunities, and external comms agencies.
  • Drive internal communications to ensure employee alignment with the new brand.
• Lead, coach, and support the existing marketing team to deliver against agreed plans.
• Maintain focus and prioritisation across multiple initiatives, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.
• Provide senior-level guidance while empowering the team to take ownership and deliver.
• Proven experience as Marketing Director or senior equivalent in a B2B technology services environment.
• Strong track record in brand communications and has gone through at least one full rebrand ideally in a consulting business.
• Hands-on experience developing and executing PR, communications, and content strategies.
• Excellent people leadership skills; able to motivate, support, and guide teams through periods of change.
• Strong stakeholder management and the ability to influence senior leadership
• Comfort with interim/fractional roles and able to quickly assess, prioritise, and deliver impact.

About You

• Pragmatic and execution-focused, able to balance strategy with delivery
• Confident communicator with strong influencing skills
• Collaborative, empathetic leader who builds trust and alignment quickly
• Proven success as a senior marketing leader in global B2B technology services/consulting
• Experience in AI, cloud, SaaS, or data technology markets
• Proven success building and scaling marketing functions in a consulting business
• A storyteller mindset with the ability to simplify complexity into compelling messaging
• Deep knowledge of integrated marketing, demand gen, and performance marketing
• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Comfortable balancing strategic vision with hands-on execution
• Passion for AI, innovation, and building trustworthy, meaningful technology

What we offer

Softwire operates transparent pay scales and a profit share scheme based on role and overall company performance.

• Base salary is based on experience and ranges from £105,600 – £130,600.
• Pension: Additional 5% of salary.
• 25 days annual leave (with the option to buy and sell).
• Time off for company-wide morale events, time off for charitable activities.
• Free annual eye test, income protection, cycle to work, electric vehicle lease schemes, and payroll charity donations.

Flexibility

We are a flexible employer who understand that being committed to a job is not the same as sacrificing everything for it: holiday is holiday; if you need flexibility for life stuff that’s not a problem; and we don’t expect (or want) long hours – we believe in a good work/life balance.