Marketing Assistant

V7 Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic recruitment agency in Manchester is hiring a Marketing Assistant to support social media management, content creation, and graphic design. This hybrid role is ideal for a recent school leaver or graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in digital marketing. Candidates should have a keen interest in marketing and be willing to learn in a collaborative environment. Perks include a subsidised gym membership and early finishes on Fridays.

Benefits

4pm early finish on Friday

Work from home Wednesdays

Subsidised gym membership

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Educated to A-level (or equivalent) and achieved at least a grade 4/C in GCSE English and maths.
• Interest in marketing, branding, and digital communication.
• Enthusiastic, organised, and open to feedback and learning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain monthly content calendars across all key platforms.
• Design engaging job advert graphics tailored for LinkedIn.
• Write and publish weekly industry blog posts for the company website.

Skills

Social media management

Content creation

Graphic design

Education

A-levels or equivalent

Tools

Canva

Job description

Kickstart Your Digital Marketing Career in Manchester!

Are you passionate about social media, content creation, and building a brand online? V7 Recruitment is hiring a Marketing Assistant to join our growing team in the vibrant Northern Quarter of Manchester. This entry-level marketing role is perfect for a recent school leaver or marketing graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in digital marketing, employer branding, and creative campaigns.

Working closely with our Marketing Manager, you’ll help craft engaging job ads, design scroll-stopping content, manage our social channels, and support brand campaigns that drive business growth and attract top talent. If you’re creative, curious, and excited to learn – we’d love to hear from you.

This is a hybrid role – working from our city centre office 4 days a week and working from home on Wednesdays.

What Your Role Will Include:

Social Media Management

• Develop and maintain monthly content calendars across all key platforms including LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, ensuring content aligns with brand strategy and business goals.
• Monitor, analyse, and report on engagement metrics to optimise content performance and grow audience reach.
• Stay informed on the latest social media trends, platform updates, and best practices, incorporating them into strategy where relevant.

Graphic Design Support

• Design engaging job advert graphics tailored for LinkedIn, in collaboration with recruitment consultants.
• Provide support in the upkeep of various marketing collateral, including brochures, presentations, and promotional materials.
• Develop email banners and visual assets that are consistent with brand guidelines and enhance digital communications.

Content Creation

• Write and publish weekly industry blog posts for the company website, showcasing thought leadership and relevant insights, whilst ensuring they are optimised for Search engines.
• Collaborate with consultants to gather industry-specific knowledge, turning their expertise into compelling content.
• Produce monthly LinkedIn articles, positioning the business as a knowledgeable and trusted voice in the sector.
• Produce and edit videos to be used on social media and website to showcase brand personality.

Why Join V7:

• 4pm early finish on Friday.
• Work from home Wednesdays.
• Work in a newly refurbished office in the centre of the Northern Quarter.
• Monthly ‘High Achievers Lunch Club’ for anyone in the business who has hit their targets.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays on top.
• Subsidised gym membership with optional extended lunch break for gym use.

Role Requirements:

• Educated to A-level (or equivalent) and achieved at least a grade 4/C in GCSE English and maths
• Interest in marketing, branding, and digital communication.
• Experience using Canva desirable.
• Willing to take initiative, ask questions, and work collaboratively.
• Enthusiastic, organised, and open to feedback and learning
• Any previous experience (e.g. coursework, part-time work, or personal projects) involving marketing, design, or communication is a bonus but not essential.