Built environment salaries & market trends

What key trends have you witnessed in 2017?
One of the fastest growing sub-sectors of the property industry has been the co-working space phenomenon. Established companies are setting up their own coworking brands and so marketers are very much in demand to help launch their growing business and attract tenants. Due to the sudden surge in competition, there is greater amount of creativity allowed in marketing departments than some more established sectors of the built environment.
Placemaking has been in demand in 2017. Whether for newly created placemaking roles or broader senior manager roles, the skills of ensuring the effective collaboration with an existing community or the building of a new one has been highly sought after.
The uncertainty of Brexit impacted larger organisations and we saw a reluctance for candidates to move in case their new company is negatively affected. Candidates were also wary of crossing over into the built environment due to the uncertainty around future growth in the market. This is compounded by the fact that the marketing talent pool is smaller compared to other sectors, due to the lack of cross-over in experience from external sectors and the built environment sub-sectors that do not necessarily lend themselves to each other. On the positive side, however, senior marketers with the right sub-sector experience and digital marketing skills can demand a premium to move.
What key trends do you expect to see over the next 12 months?
Success in the built environment has led to traditional consultancies expanding and new business launches. The re-propositioning and increased services now on offer will increase the need for marketers throughout 2018. It is expected that this will also broaden the pool of marketers in the sector to include more from a consulting background.
With the property sector historically being built on face-to-face customer relationships, online access has allowed companies to reduce service cost and increase marketing budgets. The rise in proptech opens up a new avenue for marketers to join exciting new businesses and online or ecommerce experience will be highly sought after. In fact, digital has moved from an ‘in demand’ trend to an integral part of most general marketing roles and employers will expect to see some form of digital experience or training from candidates.
We expect the demand for commercial property experience seen in 2017 to continue in 2018 and will begin to even up the opportunities, which have been heavily in the favour of residential experience in recent years
What methods are companies using to attract and retain the top talent?
Companies are recognising the importance of a work-life balance through social programmes and offering flexible working hours. Sporting activities, social events, charity days and support through mentoring are now seen as a way of attracting candidates.
Do you anticipate any changes to permanent salaries and bonuses over the next 12 months?
There has been very little movement and even the strongest candidates do not stretch fixed salary bandings, as budgets tend to be difficult to manoeuvre once set in place.
Contract roles & day rates
In 2017, the built environment’s seasonal projects kept interim marketers busy with public spaces in London addressing summer and winter themes. There was a demand for all round marketers with sector experience to assist with strategy and planning along with covering events, PR and communications. In 2018, we expect seasonal projects to continue to require interim injections of experienced marketers. Day rates for these project-based marketers would typically be in the region of £250 - £350 per day.
Built Environment jobsSign up for more insights

Related jobs
Salary
£75000 - £85000 per annum + Bonus + Benefits
Location
London
Job Type
Permanent
Discipline
B2B
Seniority
Manager
Salary
£80,000 - £99,999
Sector
Financial Services
City
London
Description
Campaign Manager - B2B Property
Reference
RPIT_1742993376
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Ronak PatelAuthor
Ronak PatelSalary
£60000 - £65000 per annum
Location
London
Job Type
Permanent
Discipline
Media Relations & PR
Work From Home
Work From Home
Seniority
Executive
Salary
£60,000 - £79,000
Sector
Agency
City
London
Description
EMR is working with a boutique PR & Communications agency in their search to hire a Senior Account Director.
Reference
SAD0131_1741949808
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Mark ChildsAuthor
Mark ChildsSalary
£30000 - £35000 per annum + Benefits
Location
Edinburgh
Job Type
Permanent
Discipline
B2B
Seniority
Manager
Salary
£30,000 - £44,999
Country
United Kingdom
Sector
Financial Services
Description
Marketing Executive - B2B Insurance
Reference
RPAI_1741787604
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Ronak PatelAuthor
Ronak PatelSalary
Up to £28000 per annum
Location
London
Job Type
Permanent
Discipline
Marketing (general)
Seniority
Assistant
Salary
0 - £29,999
Sector
Leisure Travel & Sport
City
London
Description
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-end industry, supporting a broad range of marketing initiatives
Reference
PR/132605_1741776711
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Rebekah CrampAuthor
Rebekah CrampRelated posts

Teaser
Hiring adviceContent Type
ArticlesPublish date
03/20/2025
Summary
Attracting top-tier marketing talent is challenging. The best candidates often have multiple options, allowing them to pick out a company they would feel proud to work for. This is where the power of

Teaser
Hiring adviceContent Type
ArticlesPublish date
03/20/2025
Summary
Hiring a marketing manager is no small task. Marketing plays a pivotal role in any business, and the right hire can send both brand perception and revenue on an upward trajectory. From campaign execu

Teaser
Hiring adviceContent Type
ArticlesPublish date
03/05/2025
Summary
With Employer National Insurance (NI) contributions set to rise in 2025, businesses must rethink their hiring strategies, particularly in marketing, where agility and cost-efficiency are key. Hiring d

Teaser
Hiring adviceContent Type
ArticlesPublish date
02/28/2025
Summary
Does your business need expert marketing leadership but isn’t ready for a full-time hire? A fractional Chief Marketing Officeer (fractional CMO) could be the perfect solution. Offering strategic guid
by
Mal Galuszczynska

Teaser
Industry newsContent Type
ArticlesPublish date
01/30/2025
Summary
In recent years, consumer expectations have shifted significantly, with individuals increasingly seeking brands that embody authenticity, transparency, and social responsibility. This change in consum

Teaser
Industry newsContent Type
ArticlesPublish date
01/24/2025
Summary
AI and automation are no longer optional extras for marketers, they’ve become essential tools in navigating today’s competitive marketplace. As these technologies redefine the standards of efficiency,

Teaser
Career adviceContent Type
ArticlesPublish date
01/03/2025
Summary
As 2025 approaches, organisations are focusing on professionals who combine technical expertise, strategic thinking, and adaptability. For marketers refining their skills or employers aiming to build

Teaser
Hiring adviceContent Type
ArticlesPublish date
01/02/2025
Summary
Hiring in today’s unpredictable job market isn’t without its hurdles. With economic uncertainty, constrained budgets, and shifting business priorities, hiring managers are often forced to make tough c

Teaser
Senior appointmentsContent Type
ArticlesPublish date
12/13/2024
Summary
Hiring a Marketing Director is one of the most critical decisions your business can make. This senior leadership role goes beyond managing marketing strategies. The right Marketing Director will align
.png)
Teaser
Career adviceContent Type
ArticlesPublish date
12/09/2024
Summary
With 2025 fast approaching, senior marketers find themselves in a whirlwind of technological advancements, changes in customer behaviours, and ongoing global disruption. Success is not easy to come by
Recently viewed jobs