Marketing Assistant

Paying up to £28,000 + Benefits - Based in Middleton, North Manchester our client is seeking a proactive and enthusiastic Marketing Assistant to join their dynamic marketing team. This entry-level role is ideal for a recent graduate looking to gain hands-on experience across a broad range of marketing activities including digital marketing, campaign planning, content creation, and market research.

This is an office-based job opportunity working Monday – Thursday 8.30am-5.30pm and 8.30am-3.00pm on a Friday.

THE JOB

Reporting to the Marketing Executive and collaborating with the wider commercial team, your key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting in the planning and execution of marketing campaigns across digital, social, and traditional platforms.
• Supporting content creation for emails, websites, social media, brochures, and other promotional materials.
• Monitoring and updating the company’s website and social media channels.
• Conducting market and competitor research to support strategic decisions.
• Helping to organise and support marketing events, and exhibitions.
• Tracking and reporting on campaign performance using tools such as Google Analytics and social media insights.
• Maintaining marketing databases and ensure accuracy of contact lists.
• Providing administrative support to the marketing team, including meeting coordination, invoicing, and reporting.

THE PERSON

Qualifications: A recent degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related discipline (minimum 2:1 preferred).

Experience & Knowledge:

• Some experience (internship, placement year, or part-time) in a marketing or communications role is desirable.
• Basic understanding of digital marketing, SEO, content creation, and branding.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and tools (e.g., LinkedIn, Instagram, Meta Business Suite).
• Awareness of marketing analytics and reporting tools such as Google Analytics is a plus.

Skills & Attributes:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative thinker with strong attention to detail.
• Organised, able to prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Proactive and eager to learn, with a genuine interest in marketing.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team.
• Competent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); knowledge of Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or Mailchimp is advantageous.

THE BENEFITS

• A 3pm finish every Friday
• Free onsite parking
• 20 days holiday (rising to 25 days with length of service)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Workplace pension
• GP24 – online GP service
• Health Cash plan
• Regular staff socials

Please note that we are only able to consider applications from those who are eligible to work in the UK and therefore do not require sponsorship.