Marketing and Communications Assistant

The Sovini Group; Sefton; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic marketing firm in Sefton is seeking a Marketing and Communications Assistant to support brand and marketing activities. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, experience in a marketing role, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Offering a competitive salary of £25,291.88 and various employee benefits, this full-time position promotes diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Benefits

28 days holiday increasing with service

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life Assurance

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a marketing and communications role.
• Experience working as part of a team dealing with competing priorities.
• Experience generating content for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Support the brand, marketing, and communication needs of clients.
• Collaborate with agencies and stakeholders to manage relationships.
• Contribute to digital marketing efforts through various channels.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Project management

Content creation

Organizational skills

Education

5 GCSEs including English

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

The Marketing and Communications Assistant will report to the Group's Marketing Manager, working as part of the busy multi-disciplined Marketing and Communications Team to support the brand, marketing and communication needs of our clients.

Commit to equality and diversity and to promote non-discriminatory practices in all aspects of work undertaken. Adhere with the Health and Safety at Work Act to take reasonable care of own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts and omissions.

Responsibilities

• Support the brand, marketing and communication needs of clients as part of the Marketing and Communications Team.
• Collaborate with agencies, suppliers, the media, and stakeholder groups; manage relationships to support marketing activities.
• Generate content for different audiences across multiple channels.
• Manage multiple projects with competing priorities and deadlines.
• Contribute to digital, online and social media marketing efforts.
• Develop and nurture positive working relationships; communicate effectively across teams and with external partners.
• Demonstrate The Sovini Group's values in day-to-day activities (Success, Passion, Authenticity, Courage, Enterprise).
• Operate with minimal supervision when required and work as part of a team or independently to meet deadlines.

Qualifications and Experience

• 5 GCSEs (grade A to C) including English, or other level 2 qualification.
• Demonstrable experience in a marketing and communications role.
• Experience working as part of a team dealing with competing priorities.
• Experience dealing with agencies, suppliers, the media, and customer and stakeholder groups.
• Experience generating content for different audiences; understanding of digital, online and social media as marketing channels.
• Strong organisational and project management skills; ability to work with minimal supervision to deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills across Microsoft Teams, face-to-face and email.
• Ability to develop and nurture positive working relationships; proactive approach to professional development.

Desirable / Beneficial (but not essential)

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent; professional qualification in marketing, events or communications.
• Event management experience; best practice writing and proofreading techniques.
• Knowledge of website and intranet content management systems (CMS).
• Ability to liaise with and negotiate with suppliers, contractors, the media and stakeholder groups.
• Good understanding of equality and diversity in marketing activities.
• Competence with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Photoshop (or similar editing suites) and PowerPoint.
• Driving Licence and access to own vehicle.

Company and Diversity Commitments

We are currently looking for a Marketing and Communications Assistant to join The Sovini Group. Fully committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion; we promote a positive culture of valuing and celebrating diversity and accepting and including people regardless of their personal characteristics or circumstances. Whoever you are, you can expect to be treated fairly, with respect and free from discrimination. Inclusivity matters – we recognise candidates may have diverse needs, and we will always look to support this throughout the process.

Benefits and Salary

Competitive salary - £25,291.88
Hours - 36 hours per week (Monday-Friday).
Agile working
28 days holiday increasing with service.
Cycle to Work Scheme.
Group personal pension scheme.
Life Assurance.
Career development opportunities.
Corporate discount scheme.
Staff well-being and "feel-good" programme.