Graduate Marketing Assistant

Response Personnel Ltd; Dunstable; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Graduate Marketing Assistant to create engaging content for social media and manage the company website. The role involves supporting various teams and offers a dynamic environment for recent graduates. Competitive salary and benefits included.

Benefits

Pension

25 days holiday

Life Assurance

Discretionary Bonus Scheme

Qualifications

• Degree in business, media, or marketing required.
• Knowledge of digital marketing and social media essential.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging content for social media and digital marketing.
• Manage and update the UK website regularly.
• Provide administrative support to Sales and Marketing teams.

Skills

Digital Marketing

Social Media

Photoshop

Canva

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in business, media, or marketing

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Canva

Job description

Graduate Marketing Assistant

Salary: GBP25,000 - GBP30,000 dependent on experience

Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00

Work Arrangement: Full on-site during probation, with the option to work 1 day from home afterwards.

Location: Dunstable

Benefits: Pension, 25 days holiday, Life Assurance, Discretionary Bonus Scheme

Our client is a multinational company with a UK division and factories across Europe. We have an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Marketing Assistant.

Main Purpose of the Role

To create engaging content for social media, digital marketing, and blog posts; manage and develop the company website; and provide administrative support to the MD, Head of Marketing, and Sales team to ensure high customer satisfaction. This role is ideal for a recent graduate seeking a diverse first role within a fast-paced business environment.

Key Relationships

Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing, Finance, and Technical teams. Externally, work closely with Marketing Agencies, Brand Bank, Customer Websites, and Trade press publications. Collaborate cross-functionally with Dunstable teams and other Group sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement creative strategies to increase followers on UK LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook pages in line with targets.
• Coordinate with Group social media contacts to share ideas and content.
• Manage and update the UK website regularly.
• Oversee UK internal communication strategies to keep employees informed.
• Create pack designs using Adobe Photoshop or Canva for customer presentations.
• Monitor UK customers' websites to ensure correct branding, descriptions, and SEO optimization.
• Manage online visibility of current vacancies and support recruitment processes.
• Provide administrative support to the Sales and Marketing teams, maintaining accurate records.
• Assist with office and administrative tasks, including preparing for meetings, organizing events, and handling samples and gifts.
• Coordinate UK trade press releases and ensure quarterly content submissions.
• Manage relationships with industry events and support the UK NPD process for new product launches.
• Represent the UK business to customers and in the wider market.
• Collaborate with UK and Group teams to foster business growth and share knowledge.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

Essential:

• Degree in business, media, or marketing.
• Knowledge of digital marketing and social media.
• Proficiency with Photoshop and/or Canva.
• Experience creating and editing videos and photographs.
• Good Microsoft Office skills.
• Full UK driving license and access to a car.

Behaviours

• High energy, passion, and a competitive spirit.
• Attention to detail, with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, especially in cross-functional collaboration.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Quick learner eager to tackle real business challenges.

Response Personnel, an independently owned recruitment company since 1997, specializes in permanent, temporary, and contract roles across various sectors. For more information on available roles, please call 01582 616300.