Marketing Assistant

Marketing Assistant

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic startup company backed by an established partner and government support. The role will require a self-motivated, can-do individual with an interest and passion for marketing. Ideally a candidate would be searching for a long-term career and to be making a difference.

Our recruitment and training service is working with 16–29-year-olds from a wide range of backgrounds. The company has ambitious growth plans and so this is positioned very much as a developmental role, with the opportunity to progress into a Marketing Executive position within 6-9 months as both the individual and the marketing function grow.

Initially the successful candidate will be the marketing department, and it is likely that this role will commence in early January 2027. Marketing within our organisation is not just about promotion - it's about supporting the business, equipping our sales team, building trust in the market, and ensuring our message is clear and consistent.

JOB PURPOSE

The Marketing Assistant will with the support of the MD create and devise the marketing strategy. The initial aim is to support the sales team by creating a business growth function. The role will be fast paced with plenty of scope to make a difference. This is a developmental role, with the opportunity to progress into a Marketing Executive position as both the individual and the marketing function grow.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Content & Communications

AI visibility

Database creation and upkeep

Website news posts

Website content updates

Case study creation and coordination

Weekly internal company update

Internal communications support

Content calendar management

2. Digital Marketing

Social media scheduling and management

Campaign amplification across LinkedIn and other channels

Promotion of product launches, services and campaigns

Email marketing and newsletter production

Mailing list management and growth

3. Events & CPD Promotion

Event and CPD marketing campaigns

Training and support meetings

Registration management

Attendee communications

Event follow-up and reporting

Support for the Events Hub process

4. CRM & Lead Management

Management of marketing-generated enquiries

Event lead administration and follow-up

Database management and segmentation support

Reporting on marketing activity and lead generation

5. Sales Enablement & Marketing Materials

Management of brochures and printed literature

Product guides and sales collateral

Case study library

Presentation materials

Promotional merchandise and branded materials

Support materials for product launches and business development activity

6. Marketing Reporting

Ad hoc support with campaign and events

General marketing administration support

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

MD

Staff and volunteers

Candidates

Clients

Supporters

Person Specification

Qualifications

Degree preferably in marketing, with a genuine interest in building a career in marketing

Skills & Knowledge

Strong written communication; comfortable managing multiple tasks and deadlines; comfortable with hands-on tasks such as event preparation

Competent with LinkedIn, Websites, Design, social media and databases

Personal Attributes

The successful candidate will be highly organised with strong attention to detail; proactive and self-motivated; curious and eager to take ownership; collaborative team player who supports colleagues; able to problem-solve independently and use initiative

Interest in purpose-driven marketing and making a difference

Additional Requirements

Right to work in the UK

Desirable - Full UK driving licence
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed