Group Trainee Marketing Assistant

Group Trainee Marketing Assistant

We are looking for a Group Trainee Marketing Assistant to join our Marketing Team and help deliver marketing activity across our Group companies.

This is an extremely varied, hands-on role covering campaigns, social media, content creation, websites, events and promotions. Working across several exciting businesses and brands, it’s a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to start and develop their career in marketing and gain broad, practical experience from day one.

Key Responsibilities

· Assist with the delivery of marketing campaigns across email, social media, websites, print and digital

advertising.

· Support monthly, seasonal and ad hoc promotions across the Group, gathering product information, pricing,

imagery and content where required.

· Help manage day-to-day social media activity, including scheduling posts, monitoring engagement and

contributing ideas for new content.

· Write and proofread copy for social media, emails, websites and promotional materials.

· Assist with photography, video and short-form content for campaigns, products, events and staff updates.

· Coordinate marketing materials including posters, flyers, signage and point of sale.

· Prepare briefs and provide content, imagery and information to the in-house Group Senior Designer and

external marketing agencies.

· Liaise with the Group Senior Designer and marketing agencies regarding artwork, amendments, feedback and

deadlines.

· Help keep Group websites and ecommerce content accurate and up to date, including news, brochures,

vacancies, product information and promotional content.

· Assist with basic website, social media and campaign reporting.

· Support the organisation and delivery of trade events, supplier events, promotions and other Group activities.

· Assist with internal Group communications, recruitment marketing, community and charitable initiatives.

· Build positive relationships with colleagues across the Group and help identify marketing requirements,

content and promotional opportunities.

· Liaise with suppliers and external partners to obtain marketing information, imagery and materials.

· Help maintain the marketing calendar, campaign records and general department administration.

· Ensure marketing activity follows the relevant Group company brand guidelines and is accurate and well

presented.

· Assist with competitor research and contribute ideas for future content and marketing activity.

· Complete any other reasonable duties as directed by the Marketing Lead to aid business / department

success.

· Assist the department with regular sequential stock counting.

· Adhere to Group Policies and Procedures.

· Adhere to the Group Health and Safety Policy.

· Adheres to and delivers the Group Values in all aspects of the role.

Essentials Skills and Knowledge

· Strong written and verbal communication skills.

· Good spelling, grammar and attention to detail.

· Organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. · Confident using Microsoft Office and social media platforms. · Creative, enthusiastic and willing to contribute ideas. · Proactive, willing to learn and able to work both independently and as part of a team. · A genuine interest in marketing, digital media and business.

Desirable Skills Knowledge

· Experience, work experience or qualifications in Marketing, Communications or a related subject.

· Experience with social media, email marketing, websites or content creation.

· Basic knowledge of Canva, Adobe Creative Suite or similar software.

· An interest in photography and video content creation.

· Previous professional marketing experience is not essential as training and development will be provided.