Marketing Assistant

Job Title: Marketing Assistant (Legal)
Locations: Gloucestershire. On site parking or permits provided.
Hours: full time
Salary: up to £28,000

OVERVIEW
We're looking for a motivated Marketing Assistant to support the marketing and business development team at a regional law firm. You'll assist with digital marketing, event coordination, content updates, and client communications. This role offers a great chance to develop your marketing skills within the legal sector. Some travel between offices and local events will be required.

RESPONSIBILITIES
* Support day-to-day marketing and business development activity across the firm's offices and practice areas.
* Maintain and segment contact databases to ensure accurate targeting for communications and events.
* Assist in organising local events, legal seminars, and community sponsorships from planning through to follow-up.
* Coordinate internal calendars for events, campaigns, and key seasonal marketing activity.
* Attend local events (as needed) to support with setup, materials, and welcoming attendees.
* Help manage firm memberships, sponsorship agreements, and charity partnerships, keeping records updated.
* Keep website content and team profiles up to date with support from the wider team.
* Draft and schedule content for social media channels, reflecting the firm's tone and values.
* Support with regular email campaigns and client newsletters, ensuring GDPR compliance.
* Arrange photography for new joiners, marketing materials, or press releases.
* Take ownership of marketing stock, branded materials, and day-to-day admin tasks.
* Carry out research to support local business development, referral targeting, and sector-specific opportunities.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
* Experience in a marketing or administrative role, ideally within a law firm or other regulated/professional services environment.
* A relevant qualification in marketing, business, communications, or similar (degree or equivalent experience).
* Confident supporting a variety of marketing activities including social media, website updates, email campaigns, events, and printed materials.
* Familiarity with tools such as WordPress, Mailchimp (or similar), Canva, Microsoft Office, and social media platforms (e.g. LinkedIn, Facebook).
* Basic understanding of key marketing channels such as SEO, CRM, email marketing, and events - with a willingness to learn more.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with good spelling, grammar, and a professional tone.
* Highly organised and able to manage multiple tasks or deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.
* A proactive, motivated team player with a collaborative approach and openness to sharing ideas.
* Experience helping to coordinate event logistics or meetings is an advantage.
* Full UK driving licence and access to a car for occasional travel between office locations or to events.

IN RETURN
* 25 days holiday + bank + birthday + potential to earn more based on performance and attendance.
* Endless training and development opportunities.
* Hybrid flexible working, option to work 2 days from home though office presence is encouraged for your own professional development
* Free on-site parking or permits provided
* Pension scheme
* Cash plan benefits, including dental and counselling.
* Life assurance
* Client referral bonus'

For more details please contact: cait.woodrow-smith @ Simpsonjudge.co.uk