Marketing and Business Development Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established, forward-thinking UK law firm is seeking a Marketing and Business Development Assistant in Exeter. This full-time role offers a fantastic opportunity for an individual passionate about events and communications to gain valuable experience in a supportive environment. You will be responsible for organising client events, preparing marketing materials, and enhancing the firm's brand visibility. Join a dynamic team that values inclusion and sustainability, and make a significant impact on the firm's growth and outreach efforts. If you are a creative thinker with strong communication skills, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 12-18 months experience in marketing or business development preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Organise client-facing events including seminars and webinars.
• Assist in preparing marketing materials and support communications.

Skills

Event Management

Communication Skills

Marketing Materials Preparation

Social Media Familiarity

Time Management

Education

CIM Qualification

Tools

Digital Tools

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Posted:

05.05.2025

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19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Marketing and Business Development Assistant

Exeter, UK (Full-time, Permanent)

An established, forward-thinking UK law firm is looking for a Marketing and Business Development Assistant to join its regional team in Exeter. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for events, communications, and business development to gain hands-on experience in a professional services environment that values inclusion, sustainability, and long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Organise and manage client-facing events including seminars, webinars, and conferences.
• Assist in preparing marketing materials such as press releases and social media content.
• Provide administrative support across marketing and BD activities including diary, travel, and budget coordination.
• Support communications and campaign activities to enhance brand visibility.
• Help develop market and client insights to drive business development strategy.
• Attend local networking events to help raise the firm’s profile in the region.
• Coordinate legal directory submissions and monitor deadlines.

About You

• Experience working in marketing or BD, ideally within professional services (12–18 months preferred).
• Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills.
• Creative thinker with a flexible, can-do approach and good attention to detail.
• Comfortable liaising with stakeholders across departments and at events.
• Strong time-management and organisational abilities.
• Familiarity with social media and digital tools; design skills are a plus.
• CIM qualification or interest in studying towards one is welcomed.
• Willingness to occasionally work outside standard hours for events.