Marketing Assistant

Ideal Personnel & Recruitment Solutions Limited; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing marketing firm in Milton Keynes is seeking a creative Marketing Assistant to support their Head of Marketing. The role includes managing social media content, conducting market research, and organising events. Ideal candidates will possess a formal marketing qualification and have at least 12 months' experience in the field. This position offers a collaborative work environment and hybrid working potential after probation.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months' experience in a marketing role.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms.
• Creative and proactive approach to marketing.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage content for social media channels.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis.
• Organise and maintain an events calendar.

Skills

Digital marketing skills

Understanding of social media platforms

Excellent organisational skills

Strong written communication

Creative mindset

Team player

Ability to prioritise

Positive attitude

Education

Formal marketing qualification

Tools

Canva

Job description

Overview

Our client has a permanent vacancy for a bright, creative and tech-savvy Marketing Assistant to support their Head of Marketing. This is a varied and hands-on role where no two days are the same. You\'ll get involved in everything from creating social media content and running campaigns to organising events and liaising with stakeholders.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing, award-winning firm and gain hands-on experience across all areas of marketing. You\'ll work in a collaborative environment, with plenty of variety and the chance to make a real impact.

Following probation, there is potential for hybrid working.

Responsibilities

• Manage and create content for social media channels, including videos, graphics and written posts.
• Plan and maintain the social media content calendar.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis.
• Write, proofread, and upload content for press releases, blogs, newsletters, emails and the website.
• Organise and attend firm events, including seminars, corporate events, and external networking events and maintain the event calendar.
• Order, update, and maintain branded promotional materials and stationery.
• Assist with marketing campaigns and measure their performance for reporting to partners.
• Maintain the marketing inbox and internal communications.
• Liaise with internal departments, charity partners, suppliers and clients.
• Respond to client reviews.
• Support the Head of Marketing with daily tasks, reporting and data analysis.

About You

You\'re ambitious and full of ideas. You\'re a fast learner, comfortable with technology and keen to develop your marketing skills. Ideally, you\'ll have a formal marketing qualification and at least 12 months\' experience in a marketing role.

Skills & Qualities

• Digital marketing skills, including video creation (e.g., Canva)
• Strong understanding of social media platforms, including LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written communication, with impeccable spelling and grammar
• Creative mindset, happy to propose new ideas
• Team player, adaptable and professional in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to prioritise, work under pressure, and meet deadlines
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow
• Your own car and driving licence

Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.