Marketing Assistant

Graham & Brown; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent interior design company in Blackburn seeks a Marketing Assistant to support their dynamic team. This role involves managing product launches, conducting market research, and creating impactful marketing materials. Applicants should be enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and possess a strong interest in marketing and interiors. You will enjoy benefits like 32 days of holiday, a generous pension scheme, and employee discounts on products. Join us to enhance every home through creativity and efficiency.

Benefits

32 days of holiday

Flexi-time working

Birthday off

60% product discount

10% pension scheme

Life assurance

Free on-site parking

Social events

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Interest in marketing and interiors is essential.
• Education to A-Level or equivalent is preferred.
• Ability to create marketing content confidently.
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills.
• A positive, proactive attitude and self-starter approach.

Responsibilities

• Support the team with marketing administration.
• Manage product launches and sales assets.
• Conduct market research and gap analysis.
• Maintain product information and stock readiness.
• Assist in creating brand pitches and presentations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Creative flair

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Presentation skills

Education

A-Level or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

AX

Pimberly

Netsuite

Job description

£26,396 - £27,495 per annum Welcome to Graham & Brown Holdings, a family of companies founded in 1946. For 80 years we have inspired people to think differently about their homes through creativity, craftsmanship, and innovation.

Across both Graham & Brown and G&B Home Living our vision is simple: to design our future, and our mission is clear: to help our customers create loving homes.

About Graham & Brown

Graham & Brown has been at the forefront of interior design for eight decades. From our in‑house studio, we create premium wallpapers, paints, murals, soft furnishings, bed linen, and wall art, drawing inspiration from an archive of over 50,000 pieces.

Our collections blend timeless elegance with contemporary style, helping you create spaces that truly reflect your personality. Explore our products online, through selected retail partners, or visit our showrooms in London and Knutsford.

Through licensing partnerships, we extend our offering into a complete lifestyle brand experience.

The Role

We're looking for an organised, creative and enthusiastic Marketing Assistant to join our Graham & Brown Marketing team. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone eager to gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, product‑driven environment where no two days are the same. From product launches to market research, brand pitches to sales materials, you'll help bring our brand to life across a wide range of touchpoints.

As a Marketing Assistant, you'll support the team in delivering product plans and executing marketing campaigns with precision and flair. You'll play a crucial role in ensuring everything from stock availability to sample books is handled with care and efficiency.

Whether you're updating internal brand rooms, creating impactful brand pitches, or preparing for a trade show, your role as a Marketing Assistant will be vital in ensuring our marketing efforts hit the mark and exceed expectations.

We're looking for a Marketing Assistant who's brimming with enthusiasm, pays close attention to detail, and is ready to jump in wherever needed. If that sounds like you, keep reading.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the team with general marketing administration
• Supporting the Direct Sales area of the business by ensuring new launches have all relevant digital sales assets and data prior to launch
• Undertaking Market research and Gap Analysis
• Manage sampling, product origination, and approvals using systems like AX, Pimberly and Netsuite
• Clear understanding and knowledge of brand guidelines, seeking approval for artwork, POS, and product assets
• Maintain up‑to‑date product information across brand room and showrooms
• Help manage stock readiness for launches
• Coordinate marketing support for showrooms, trade shows, events and exhibitions
• Create impactful brand pitches and presentations
• Asset support and creation
• Occasional travel might be required to support trade shows and brand events

What We're Looking For

• Interest in marketing and interiors is a must
• Ideally educated to A‑Level or equivalent
• Creative flair with confidence in creating marketing content
• Excellent communication, numeracy, and literacy skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and great organisational skills
• Self‑starter with a positive, proactive attitude
• Strong team player who can build effective internal and external relationships
• Competency in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint and Excel
• Confident presenting ideas and materials to a high standard
• Photography skills and experience are desired but not essential
• A full, clean driving license for occasional travel

What's In It For You?

• 32 days of holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Flexi‑time working – because we believe in work‑life balance
• Your birthday off – take the day to celebrate you
• A 60% discount on our stunning products – perfect for your next home makeover
• A generous 10% pension scheme – we invest in your future
• Life assurance for added peace of mind
• Free on‑site parking and access to company vehicles for business use
• Fun, inclusive social events organised by our brilliant in‑house Fun Squad
• Opportunities for learning, development and progression

Ready to bring your creative flair and organisational skills to life as our next Marketing Assistant? Apply today and join us on our journey to make every home more beautiful.