Assistant Brand Manager Marketing

Sodexo; Greater London; Remote; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Assistant Brand Manager, where you'll play a crucial role in shaping brand activity across educational institutions. This dynamic position offers the chance to manage social media channels, create compelling marketing collateral, and support national campaigns. With a supportive environment, you'll thrive as you collaborate with creative agencies and operational teams to ensure brand consistency and effectiveness. Embrace the opportunity to grow your career in a diverse and inclusive workplace that values your individuality and contributions.

Benefits

Flexible working pattern

Competitive salary & excellent benefits package

Opportunities for career growth

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Unlimited access to mental health support

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 access to virtual GP service

Exclusive discounts through Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Membership in Mercer Aspire Pension Plan

Bike to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Creative graduate with marketing experience and strong design skills.
• Ability to manage social media and create marketing collateral.

Responsibilities

• Manage and report on social media activity.
• Coordinate print and distribution fulfillment for marketing materials.

Skills

Marketing

Social Media Management

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing or Related Field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Join Our Team as an Assistant Brand Manager – Make an Impact Every Day

Location: No Fixed Place of Work - England

Days/Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday

Total Hours Per Week: 40 Hours

Salary: £30,000 per annum

About the Role

Are you a creative graduate with a flair for marketing, a passion for social media, and the confidence to build strong relationships? Sodexo’s Education Marketing Team is looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Brand Manager to support brand activity across schools and universities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with some experience in marketing or branding, strong Adobe design skills, and a “can-do” attitude to step into a fast-paced yet supportive environment.

You'll play a key role in running our social media channels, ensuring all marketing collateral is on-brand, and supporting national campaigns from concept to execution. If you're resilient, proactive, thrive under pressure (especially during term time), and are ready to grow with a brand-led business, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll do:

• Manage and report on social media activity through monthly reports.
• Coordinate all print and distribution fulfilment.
• Support marketing calendars and theme days.
• Publish and distribute operation packs related to menu and promotional launches.
• Compile a termly competitor report on initiatives, business wins, and key financial data.
• Collaborate with the Insights team to develop a food industry trends insight programme.
• Work with creative agencies to develop offer collateral.
• Create and edit marketing collateral using InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.

What you bring:

• Some experience in marketing or branding.
• Basic proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Trustworthiness and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a positive attitude.
• Ability to respond quickly to requests and solve problems.
• Ability to work collaboratively and listen to feedback.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple stakeholders.
• Confidence to communicate across all levels of the business.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Attention to detail to ensure all activity is on brand and fit for purpose.
• Teamwork skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Resilience and calmness under pressure.
• Driven to achieve goals and overcome obstacles.
• Effective listening and questioning skills.

What We Offer

At Sodexo, this is more than just a job—it’s your chance to be part of something greater. We celebrate individuality, encourage purpose-driven work, and empower you to succeed on your own terms. Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

• Flexible working pattern
• A competitive salary & benefits package
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• A diverse, supportive, and inclusive workplace

Additional Perks & Benefits

• Online mental health and wellbeing support platform access.
• Employee Assistance Programme for legal, financial, and personal support.
• 24/7 virtual GP service.
• Exclusive discounts through the Sodexo Discounts Scheme.
• Membership in the Mercer Aspire Pension Plan.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Bike to Work Scheme.

Ready to Be Part of Something Greater?

If you're passionate, skilled, and ambitious, and want to work for a company that values you, apply today and take the next step in your Sodexo journey.

Friendly customers. Vibrant communities. Exciting careers.

Please note: Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults within a regulated activity. This role requires screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/or Disclosure Scotland.