Marketing Executive

KPMG International Limited; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted Health Insurance

Additional Annual Leave

Enhanced Family Leave

Emergency Childcare Cover

Social Events

Early Finish Fridays

Relocation Assistance

Learning & Development

Job summary

KPMG Ireland is seeking a Marketing Executive to join a small Belfast team. You will support the delivery of a Northern Ireland marketing plan, manage events from planning to evaluation, and work with external agencies to keep KPMG visible in the market.

You will contribute to campaigns, collate insights, and help develop local plans with cross-functional teams. This role offers office-based work 3 days a week and opportunities for growth within a large professional services firm.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; confident communicator.
• Future-focused, proactive and able to challenge ideas.
• Strong analytical ability to review data, market trends and insights.

Responsibilities

• Assist delivery of marketing plan for Northern Ireland, ensuring activities are on budget and on brand.
• Support a busy events programme from planning to evaluation.
• Collaborate with PR agency to maintain market visibility and activate sponsorships.
• Create marketing collateral with the creative team (digital ads, social content, invites, brochures).
• Manage relationships with external suppliers and internal stakeholders to drive local plans.
• Evaluate performance of marketing activity to inform future strategy.
• Support delivery of plans for priority sectors as part of the all-island firm.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Analytical mindset

Digital marketing

Time management

Education

Bachelor's in Marketing or related discipline

Tools

CRM

PowerPoint

Job description

When you join KPMG Ireland, you are joining a community of over 4,200 employees who collectively work together, both in person and virtually, to achieve their full potential.

We are known as an organisation who want you to come as you are and do work that truly matters. Joining KPMG Ireland is an opportunity to enhance your career, not only in the work that you enjoy doing, but equally through the global connections that you make, the lifelong learning that you can accomplish and the chance to make your mark.

Are you our next Marketing Executive?

Location: Belfast

Grade: Assistant

Contract type: Perm

This role requires a minimum of three days per week in the office.

A snapshot of your peer group:

• 1-3 years’ work experience, preferably within a marketing role in a corporate environment
• Third level honours level qualification in marketing or related business discipline.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; an open and confident communicator, able to question to understand as well as present views succinctly.
• Future focused – proactive and ahead of the curve, with the ability to challenge and be challenged on ideas and concepts.
• Constantly reviewing better ways of doing things and leveraging digital platforms to deliver high performing campaigns.
• Proactive, high-energy person who is resilient, reliable and adaptable.
• Strong analytical ability to review data, content, market trends, insights.
• Can prioritise work using time management and organisational skills. Possess multi-tasking skills with strong attention to detail and a sense of urgency.
• Advanced PC skills including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Experience of using CRM and work planning online tools is desirable but not essential.
• Discreet and confidential.

Your responsibilities and achievements will evolve as you enhance your career with us. Here is what you can initially expect:

As part of a small team of 2 in Belfast, your work will be varied. Below will be some of your core responsibilities:

• Assist on the delivery of a marketing plan for Northern Ireland, ensuring that all activities are on budget, on brand and of a high standard. The plan encompasses:
• A busy events programme from planning to evaluation
• Working with our PR agency to ensure that KPMG remains visible in the market
• Helping to activate sponsorships
• Working with our creative team to produce marketing collateral such as digital advertising, social media content, evites and thought leadership brochures.
• Relationship Management: in addition to working with our PR agency you will work with other external suppliers/agencies to maximise our marketing approach in the local market. You will also work closely with internal stakeholders to bring fresh ideas forward and develop marketing plans for their area.
• Evaluate performance of marketing activity to help inform future strategy.
• As an all-island firm you will also have the opportunity to provide support on the delivery of marketing plans for a priority sector.

Your team:

The Marketing and Communications Support Function is made up of more than 50 professionals providing marketing, communications & knowledge support and advice to the Audit, Tax, Deal Advisory, Consulting and other support functions. Collaborating with the wider Marketing team in Dublin as well as supporting the Marketing Lead in NI is an important part of this role.

Discover How KPMG Can Enrich Your Life Beyond Your Career

Benefits Tailored for You

At KPMG, we understand that life is multifaceted. That’s why we offer a flexible benefits package designed to support your unique lifestyle. Our benefits include:

• Discounted Health Insurance: Prioritise your well-being with our health insurance options.
• Additional Annual Leave: Purchase extra leave to spend more time with friends and family or to travel.
• Enhanced Family Leave: Enjoy more time with your family with our generous leave options.
• Emergency Childcare Cover: For times when your regular childcare plans fall through
• Social Events: Connect and network with colleagues through our engaging social events.
• Early Finish Fridays: Start your weekends early on bank holidays and during the summer.
• Relocation Assistance: Smooth your transition if you’re moving to Ireland.
• Learning & Development: Access our extensive supports, including LinkedIn Learning, to grow your skills.

We also offer a variety of flexible working options to help you balance your professional and personal life.

Career Progression with Continuous Support

From the moment you join KPMG, you’ll receive dedicated support from your performance manager to enhance your skills. Our award-winning Business School provides continuous learning opportunities to deepen your expertise.

We stand out as the only Big Four firm to announce promotions four times a year, offering you frequent opportunities for career advancement.

Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity

Inclusion, diversity, and equity are at the heart of KPMG. We celebrate diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment at every level. Our goal is to attract and retain the best talent by building a culture where everyone can achieve their potential. Learn more about our commitment here - https://kpmg.com/ie/en/home/about/inclusion-diversity-equity.html

For any specific queries about the role, please contact Sharon Griffin

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Please note that agency assistance is not required for this position.