Who are we?

Hi! We are Ravelin! We're a fraud detection company using advanced machine learning and network analysis technology to solve big problems. Our goal is to make online transactions safer and help our clients feel confident serving their customers.

And we have fun in the meantime! We are a friendly bunch and pride ourselves in having a strong culture and adhering to our values of resourcefulness, ambition, thoughtfulness and integrity. We really value work/life balance and we embrace a flat hierarchy structure company-wide. Join us and you’ll learn fast about cutting-edge tech and work with some of the brightest and nicest people around - check out our Glassdoor reviews.

If this sounds like your cup of tea, we would love to hear from you! For more information check out our blog to see if you would like to help us prevent crime and protect the world's biggest online businesses.

The Role

Ravelin is seeking an experienced and strategic Marketing Director to lead our talented global marketing team for a 14-month maternity cover contract. This is a crucial senior leadership role, reporting directly to the CEO, that combines high-level strategy with hands-on execution to drive our commercial success.

You will be responsible for empowering a high-performing team, shaping our global marketing strategy, and building strong cross-functional relationships to ensure marketing is a key driver of Ravelin's growth. The ideal candidate is an inspiring people manager and a superb communicator with a proven track record in B2B enterprise marketing, ready to partner with our senior leadership to achieve ambitious business goals.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Team Empowerment:
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of marketing leads across demand generation, events, content, and product marketing.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive global marketing strategy that supports revenue growth and cements Ravelin as an industry leader.
• Own and manage the marketing budget, ensuring effective resource allocation and maximising return on investment.
• Foster a culture of accountability, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Commercial & Cross-Functional Partnership:
• Serve as a key strategic partner to the leadership team, ensuring marketing initiatives are fully aligned with business objectives.
• Collaborate closely with Sales, Product, and Partnerships teams to create integrated go-to-market plans that hit commercial targets.
• Develop joint marketing plans and co-branded collateral for key channel partners to expand our reach and influence.
• Champion our Ideal Customer Profile (ICP), ensuring it remains central to all marketing and business decision-making.
• Operational Excellence & Growth:
• Optimise and scale marketing frameworks and processes to drive operational efficiency.
• Manage and cultivate strong relationships with external agencies, freelancers, and key technology partners to ensure high-quality delivery and value.
• Collaborate with Product and Sales to develop compelling product positioning and messaging that resonates with our target enterprise audience.
• Oversee the creation of high-impact sales and marketing collateral, including case studies, white papers, and presentations.
• Continuously evaluate new tools and technologies to improve the scalability of our marketing infrastructure.
• Performance, Analytics & Reporting:
• Own the marketing team's performance against KPIs and OKRs, monitoring and reporting on progress towards targets.
• Provide clear, proactive insights on marketing performance, risks, and opportunities to internal stakeholders in an easily digestible manner.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Marketing Director or similar senior leadership role within a B2B enterprise SaaS, fintech, fraud or payments environment.
• Demonstrable experience leading, managing, and developing a multi-disciplinary marketing team.
• A strong track record of creating and executing comprehensive marketing strategies that deliver measurable revenue growth.
• Extensive experience across the full marketing mix, including demand generation, events, product marketing, brand, and communications.
• Exceptional senior stakeholder management skills, with a proven ability to communicate, present, and influence at all levels of an organisation.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience owning and managing significant marketing budgets.
• Highly analytical and data-driven, with proficiency in using metrics to optimise campaigns and strategy.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Familiarity with marketing automation and CRM platforms (e.g, HubSpot, Salesforce).
• Exhibit exceptional executive presence, emotional maturity, and resilience. You are a trusted advisor who can navigate complex challenges, provide constructive feedback, and maintain a solution-oriented mindset under pressure.

Benefits

• Flexible Working Hours & Remote-First Environment — Work when and where you’re most productive, with flexibility and support.
• Comprehensive BUPA Health Insurance — Stay covered with top-tier medical care for your peace of mind.
• £1,000 Annual Wellness and Learning Budget — Prioritise your health, well-being and learning needs with funds for fitness, mental health, and more.
• Monthly Wellbeing and Learning Day — Take every last Friday of the month off to recharge or learn something new, up to you.
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + 1 Extra Cultural Day — Enjoy generous time off to rest, travel, or celebrate what matters to you.
• Mental Health Support via Spill — Access professional mental health services when you need them.
• Aviva Pension Scheme — Plan for the future with our pension program.
• Ravelin Gives Back — Join monthly charitable donations and volunteer opportunities to make a positive impact.
• Fortnightly Randomised Team Lunches — Connect with teammates from across the company over in person or remote lunches every other week on us!
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme — Save on commuting costs while staying active.
• BorrowMyDoggy Access — Love dogs? Spend time with a furry friend through this unique perk.
• Weekly Board Game Nights & Social Budget — Unwind with weekly board games or plan your own socials, supported by a company budget.

Job offers may be withdrawn if candidates do not meet our pre-employment checks: unspent criminal convictions, employment verification, and right to work.