Wendy Gray

Managing Director | Head of Carter Murray

UK

Wendy heads up Carter Murray in the UK, which focuses on recruitment within marketing, digital, sales, communications, business development and investor relations on an interim and permanent basis. She has been in the recruitment industry since 1997 and over this time has worked at leading international firms in both consulting and managerial roles. Her experience stretches across multiple industry sectors and functions, and she has an exceptional track record of successfully executing complex assignments from manager to the chief marketing officer level.

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What does a Marketing Manager do?

  • Posted March 31, 2026
Contents Share A Marketing Manager plays a central role in shaping how a business communicates with its target market, builds brand awareness and drives growth.  From developing marketing strategies to overseeing multi-channel marketing campaigns, the Marketing Manager role sits at the heart of a company’s marketing department. Marketing Managers are responsible for ensuring that all marketing activities align with business objectives and resonate with potential customers.  This guide explores what a Marketing Manager does […]
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How creative talent should navigate multiple job offers in today’s job market

  • Posted March 31, 2026
Receiving multiple job offers is a strong position to be in, particularly in a competitive job market where demand for creative talent continues to grow. According to LinkedIn’s What Candidates Want in 2025, candidates are increasingly prioritizing compensation and benefits, work-life balance, and flexibility when evaluating new opportunities. This reflects a broader shift in how organizations compete for talent, with […]

The new face of investor relations in 2026

  • Posted March 30, 2026
Investor relations in the UK is evolving faster than at any point in the last decade. Recent UK-focused analysis shows that IR is no longer seen as an administrative or regulatory disclosure role. Instead, IR is now expected to help shape corporate strategy, capital markets messaging and investor perception. The role has moved from “a […]

Why periods of change call for steady leadership in the Middle East

  • Posted March 27, 2026
Across the Middle East, organisations are navigating shifting market conditions while continuing to pursue ambitious transformation initiatives. Marketing and sales teams are adapting to evolving customer needs, new technology, real time decision-making and fresh expectations around commercial performance. In moments like this, companies from start-ups to global organisations need steady leadership. It strengthens clarity, builds […]