Content Marketing Executive (m/f/d)

SEFE Marketing & Trading Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Content Marketing Executive to enhance its marketing efforts across various channels. This role is pivotal in creating compelling content that drives brand visibility and supports the sales funnel, from lead generation to conversion. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to produce high-quality content, manage social media strategies, and implement effective email marketing campaigns. Join a forward-thinking company committed to energy security and sustainability, and take part in shaping a better future through innovative marketing strategies.

Benefits

Bonus Earning Potential

Non-contributory Pension (10% Employer Contribution)

25 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays

Buy/Sell Holidays

Life Assurance

Medical and Dental Insurance (Family Cover)

Flexible Benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years in marketing/communications with proven copywriting skills.
• Experience in content and email marketing campaigns.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Create high-impact content for blogs, white papers, and presentations.
• Manage social media content to elevate brand awareness.
• Plan and implement email marketing campaigns for customer engagement.

Skills

Content Creation

Copywriting

Email Marketing

Social Media Marketing

Campaign Planning

Creative Thinking

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Marketing

Qualification in Communication

Qualification in Journalism

Tools

Marketing Automation Tools

CMS Platforms

Graphic Design Tools

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and ambitious individual to work within the team during a transformative phase for the company.

IN SHORT

The Content Marketing Executive plays a vital role in driving SEFE Energy’s marketing efforts through compelling and commercially driven content across multiple channels. This role is primarily focused on the UK business, with the potential to support across other markets when required. From events and social media to customer communications, website updates, sales presentations, blogs, and white papers, this role is critical in enhancing brand visibility and supporting the entire sales funnel—from lead generation to customer conversion.

This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and ambitious individual to work within a collaborative team during a transformative phase for the company.

Please note, this is a 12 months fixed term contract position.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Content Creation and Planning

• Collaborate with Marketing, Sales and Operations teams to support the UK marketing strategy and annual events and communications plan.
• Produce high-impact content across multiple formats: blog posts, white papers, case studies, explainer videos, sales collateral, presentations and more.
• Work alongside external agencies to ensure content is delivered on time, on brand and aligned with strategic objectives.

Social Media and Digital Channels

• Create and manage engaging social media content across platforms to elevate brand awareness and reputation.
• Draft and publish website content, ensuring consistent messaging and SEO optimisation.
• Plan and implement email marketing campaigns to support product launches, upselling efforts, customer retention and brand engagement.

Performance and Reporting

• Working with the Marketing Analyst - Set and track KPI's for all communications and content activities.

Cross-functional Support

• Support internal communications and Corporate Social Responsibilities (CSR) initiatives.
• Assist in building and optimising customer journey communications and touchpoints.

Compliance

• Adhere to all company policies and procedures including Data Protection, Equal Opportunities, and Health & Safety.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

Essential Criteria

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in marketing and/or communications.
• Degree or qualification in Marketing, Communication or Journalism.
• Proven copywriting and editing excellence.
• Strong background in content and email marketing campaigns.
• Hands on experience with social media marketing.
• Experience of collaborating with external agencies.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-pace, dynamic environment.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience with PR and media relations.
• Understanding of the energy industry or willingness to learn.
• Familiarity with marketing automation tools and CMS platforms.
• Basic graphic design skills.
• Basic financial literacy.

Skills and Competencies

• Creative thinking with a commercial focus.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Campaign planning and execution.
• Knowledge of Email Marketing Systems and Social Media Scheduling Tools.
• Familiarity with basic graphic design and layout tools (e.g. Canva, Adobe).
• Team player with a proactive, hands on approach.

ABOUT US

Securing Energy for Europe – it’s a simple statement, with a bold ambition. SEFE is not just our name, but also encompasses everything that drives us. To accomplish this, we’re taking immediate action to secure gas supply – but also looking forward, to explore our role in the European energy transformation and how we can contribute to a stable and sustainable future.

SEFE, an international energy company, ensures the security of supply and drives the decarbonisation of its customers. SEFE’s activities span the energy value chain, from origination and trading to sales, transport, and storage. Through its decades-long expertise in trading and the development of its LNG business, SEFE has become one of the most important suppliers to industrial customers in Europe, with an annual sales volume of 200 TWh of gas and power. Its 50,000 customers range from small businesses to municipalities and multinational organisations. By investing in clean energies and especially in the hydrogen ecosystem, SEFE is contributing to the energy transition. The company employs around 2,000 people globally and is owned by the Federal Government of Germany.

Our international teams work across locations in Europe, Asia, and North America. We’re passionate about energy and the important role it can play in shaping a better future.

Securing energy – now and for the future.

OUR BENEFITS

We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces diversity and fosters the development of knowledge, skills, and experience. Whatever your role, you’ll find an open, welcoming atmosphere that empowers you, and recognises your contribution.

In return we offer a competitive starting salary supported by a comprehensive range of financial, lifestyle and wellness benefits with the flexibility to follow a hybrid working model.

• bonus earning potential
• non-contributory pension with 10% employer contribution
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and volunteering days
• buy / sell holidays
• life assurance
• medical and dental insurance (family cover)
• range of optional flexible benefits

We are committed to supporting your career growth with opportunities to develop both your knowledge and experience through a blended approach to learning.

Join SEFE and help us secure energy supply across Europe and shape a better, more sustainable tomorrow.