Digital Marketing Executive

• This role is fully on site in Saffron Walden, Essex

Digital Marketing Executive
Location: Saffron Walden, Essex
Salary: £28,000-£30,000 depending on experience
Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:00 (37.5 hours/week)

Please only apply for this role if you live within a commutable distance to Saffron Walden and have Marketing experience

A leading global manufacturer within the medical technology sector is seeking a proactive and creative Digital Marketing Executive to join its small, collaborative marketing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in an organisation whose products make a tangible difference in people’s lives by improving vision and eye health.

About the Role The Digital Marketing Executive will support the development and delivery of cross-channel marketing campaigns, with a strong focus on digital content creation, email marketing, and website management. Reporting to the Marketing Manager, you will be involved in producing engaging digital assets, coordinating campaigns, and ensuring marketing processes run smoothly.
Key Responsibilities

• Create and edit high-quality photos and videos for use in digital campaigns.
• Plan, design, and execute email marketing campaigns to engage audiences and support brand positioning.
• Maintain and update company websites using content management systems (CMS), including publishing news, product updates, and downloadable resources.
• Assist with the planning and implementation of promotional campaigns across digital and traditional media.
• Support the execution of digital strategies including SEO, paid ads, and social media campaigns.
• Collaborate with internal departments to support internal communications and marketing needs.
• Provide administrative and project support to ensure effective coordination of marketing activities, including reporting and campaign performance tracking.

Person SpecificationQualifications:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in marketing, communications, or a related field (preferred).

Experience & Skills:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a digital marketing or similar role.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Lightroom.
• Confident working with CMS platforms such as WordPress and Shopify.
• Familiarity with email marketing platforms such as Mailchimp (or equivalent).
• Proven experience in photography and videography for marketing purposes.
• Hands-on experience with social media platforms and content scheduling.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.

Location Requirement Candidates must be able to commute daily to the office located in Saffron Walden.

Recruitment Process

• Stage 1: Telephone screening – shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide a digital portfolio.
• Stage 2: On-site interview with the Marketing Manager.
• Stage 3: Presentation of a task-based assessment provided in advance.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the application process, please let us know.

Benefits

• 25 days’ holiday + 8 bank holidays
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Life assurance (4x annual salary)
• Free onsite parking
• Employee training and development support
• Social events and team activities
• Electric Vehicle scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme