Marketing Assistant

Paddock; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days’ annual leave, plus bankhols

Company pension scheme

Life assurance providing 2x annual-sal

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Time Off in Lieu (TOIL)

Opportunities to travel Internationaly

Collaborative high-performance team

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

United Autosports in Wakefield is seeking a Marketing Assistant to support across Customer Racing, Heritage & Special Projects, Commercial & Partnerships, Brand, Hospitality & Events. This hands-on role blends creativity, organisation and brand stewardship, delivering marketing outputs with professionalism.

You will work with the Marketing team to implement strategies, manage collateral and assist with events and campaigns across multiple programmes.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Marketing & Brand Manager and the rest of the Marketing team to design and deliver communication strategies and activity that increase awareness and consideration.
• Support marketing-related finance, supplier projects, and legal compliance including any contractual obligations
• Assist with the development and management of United Autosports new website, including content updates and web back-end administration
• Support with the creation of marketing collateral – merchandise catalogue, United Autosports Yearbook, Rosie Road tour guide & instructions, monthly marketing reports
• Management of the United Autosports Marketing email inbox
• Support the wider marketing department of marketing purchasing and completing any necessary orders in a timely manner including but not limited to race suits, merchandise etc.
• Organisation and recording of marketing stock, with the intent to sell stock on organisations website
• Taking a pro-active approach in the organisations future planning of championships such as merchandise and branding
• Support with any ad-hoc projects and requirements

Job description

# Marketing AssistantFull time**Job Title**Marketing Assistant**Reports to**Marketing & Brand Manager**Location**United Autosports, Rosie Road, Wakefield, WF6 1ZB**Travel**Office based, some travel may be required**Special Requirements**Some weekend work is required in line with travel, these weekend days will be given back in lieu## About usFounded in 2009, United Autosports is not only a leading endurance racing team, but one of the largest motorsport businesses in the United Kingdom and competes globally in multiple championships around the world. Based in West Yorkshire, United Autosports is co-owned by racing driver and Le Mans winner, Richard Dean and McLaren Racing CEO, Zak Brown.## About the roleAs Marketing Assistant, you will work across the breadth of the organisation in the Customer Racing Programmes, Historical & Special Projects, Commercial & Partnerships, Brand, Hospitality & Events.This is a hands-on, high-responsibility role that blends creativity, organisation, brand stewardship and operational execution. You’ll support marketing deliverables, financial and contractual obligations, support event marketing, assist with brand development & strategy, and help deliver high-quality output that represents the United Autosports identity with consistency and professionalism.As a key brand ambassador, you will be the face and voice of our mission, proactively sharing your passion for United Autosports to inspire and engage both our team, customers and partners. You will lead by example in attitude, professionalism and output, setting the pace for the marketing team through proactive communication, positive energy and a solutions-focused approach to challenges.## Responsibilities & Core Competencies* Work with the Marketing & Brand Manager and the rest of the Marketing team to design and deliver communication strategies and activity that increase awareness and consideration.* Support marketing-related finance, supplier projects, and legal compliance including any contractual obligations* Assist with the development and management of United Autosports new website, including content updates and web back-end administration* Support with the creation of marketing collateral – merchandise catalogue, United Autosports Yearbook, Rosie Road tour guide & instructions, monthly marketing reports* Management of the United Autosports Marketing email inbox* Support the wider marketing department of marketing purchasing and completing any necessary orders in a timely manner including but not limited to race suits, merchandise etc.* Organisation and recording of marketing stock, with the intent to sell stock on organisations website* Taking a pro-active approach in the organisations future planning of championships such as merchandise and branding* Support with any ad-hoc projects and requirements## Why this role mattersUnited Autosports is growing rapidly — new programmes, global races, new partners and major brand commitments.## Your work will support* Global visibility of the Customer & Historic programmes* Partner relationship strength through high-quality marketing delivery* Brand growth, consistency and strategic positioning* Media presence and storytelling across multiple championships* World-class experiences for partners, sponsors and guestsWhat We OfferWe believe in rewarding our people and supporting their wellbeing both inside and outside of work. As part of the United Autosports team, you’ll benefit from:* 25 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays.* Company pension scheme.* Life assurance providing 2x annual salary.* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), offering 24/7 confidential support, wellbeing resources and counselling services.* Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) for qualifying additional hours worked.* Opportunities to travel internationally and be part of world-class motorsport events.* A collaborative, high-performance team environment where every role contributes to success on track.* Ongoing opportunities for learning, development and career progression.You will have real impact, real creative freedom, and the chance to shape how United Autosports is seen by the motorsport world.