Assistant Brand Manager Marketing

MGA Entertainment; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment company in Milton Keynes is seeking an Assistant Brand Manager to support the UK Marketing team. You will play a key role in brand management, ensuring high levels of support and contributing to the growth of the brand portfolio. Candidates should have a degree and a minimum of 2 years in a fast-paced marketing environment. This role offers hands-on experience and the chance to collaborate with a dynamic team.

Responsibilities

• Support the ongoing management and communication of the UK product line.
• Support the execution of marketing initiatives as outlined in the Marketing Plan.
• Provide continuous brand and product support to the UK Sales Team.
• Assist in maintaining and updating the UK showroom with new graphics.
• Provide support to the Consumer Handling Agency and other internal teams.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent planning, time management, and organisational skills

Flexible and proactive approach to workload and changing priorities

Confident relationship builder with strong interpersonal skills

Ability to adapt quickly and work effectively under pressure

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Passion for brand management and eagerness to learn

Self-motivated team player with the ability to work independently

Hands-on attitude with enthusiasm for all tasks, big or small

Good understanding of cross-functional collaboration

Proficient in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word

Working knowledge of Illustrator and InDesign

Confident using platforms such as Google Docs and Box

Education

Degree-level education and/or CIM qualification

Minimum 2 years’ experience in a fast-paced business or marketing environment

Experience in brand or marketing support roles

Job description

Title

Assistant Brand Manager

Mission

To support the UK Marketing team across MGA brands, ensuring the marketing function delivers a high level of support to the business and contributes to the growth and success of our brand portfolio.

Key Result Areas & Time Allocation

• 1. Product Line Management Support – 30%
• 2. Marketing Activation – 20%
• 3. Sales Support – 30%
• 4. Showroom & Trade Shows – 10%
• 5. Ad Hoc Projects – 10%

Reporting Line

Reports to: Senior Brand Manager

Position Requirements

Education & Experience

• Degree-level education and/or CIM qualification.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a fast‑paced business or marketing environment.
• Experience in brand or marketing support roles preferred.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent planning, time management, and organisational skills.
• Flexible and proactive approach to workload and changing priorities.
• Confident relationship builder with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly and work effectively under pressure.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Passion for brand management and eagerness to learn.
• Self‑motivated team player with the ability to work independently.
• Hands‑on attitude with enthusiasm for all tasks, big or small.
• Good understanding of cross‑functional collaboration.
• Proficient in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
• Working knowledge of Illustrator and InDesign is desirable but not essential.
• Confident using platforms such as Google Docs and Box.
• Committed to adhering to company health & safety policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Product Line Management Support (30%)
  Support the ongoing management and communication of the UK product line, including new product introductions, positioning, and competitive analysis.
  Coordinate product samples for customer selections.
  Collaborate with the US team to manage the product asset library (sales materials, presentations, imagery, manuals, and product specifications).
• 2. Marketing Activation (20%)
  Support the execution of marketing initiatives as outlined in the Marketing Plan, including PR, social media, experiential, influencer, and partnership campaigns.
  Liaise with external PR agencies to coordinate sample and asset delivery.
  Work with design agencies to adapt assets for UK‑specific use (POS, catalogues, digital, and social media).
  Provide administrative and logistical support such as raising purchase orders and managing sample requests.
• 3. Sales Support (30%)
  Provide continuous brand and product support to the UK Sales Team.
  Supply retailers with accurate and timely product information, including specification forms, copy, images, certificates, and compliance documentation.
  Maintain and upload product information to customer portals as required.
• 4. Showroom & Trade Shows (10%)
  Assist in maintaining and updating the UK showroom with new graphics, creative assets, and product samples.
  Support the organisation and attendance of trade shows and exhibitions in collaboration with the Sales Team (occasional unsocial hours may be required).
• 5. Ad Hoc Projects (10%)
  Provide support to the Consumer Handling Agency and other internal teams as needed.
  Undertake additional marketing and brand‑related projects as required.

Why Join Us?

As Assistant Brand Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping the presence of beloved MGA brands in the UK market. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands‑on brand management experience, collaborate with a dynamic global team, and make a tangible impact in a creative, fast‑paced environment.