Marketing Officer

South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional governing body in Sheffield seeks a Marketing Officer to develop and deliver engaging marketing strategies. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in marketing, proficiency in digital tools, and the ability to engage varied stakeholders. This hybrid role offers flexibility and a commitment to work-life balance, along with a structured benefits package including a local government pension scheme.

Benefits

Annual Leave Purchase Scheme

Hybrid working

Training on the job

Up to 36 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Experience producing and commissioning marketing materials.
• Understanding of brand positioning and campaign strategy.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of SYMCA's marketing strategies.
• Design engaging digital content across social media.
• Create marketing materials aligned with strategic goals.

Skills

Digital marketing tools

Engaging diverse audiences

Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Cloud

Education

Recognised qualification in marketing or communications

Tools

Website CMS

CRM management

Job description

• Hours: 37 hours per week
• Contract: Fixed term - 11 months (MAT cover)
• Salary: £41,511 - £44,711
• Location: Sheffield (This is a hybrid role with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office)
  
  

The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) brings together the local authorities of Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield and to serve the communities and businesses of South Yorkshire. From transport to housing, from business growth to skills, the MCA has a great story to tell. We have ambitions to deliver recovery and renewal for people, businesses and places across South Yorkshire.

Please note that SYMCA follows a structured salary grading system for all roles, and the offered salary for each post will be at the starting point within the specified grade. We value the skills and experience of potential candidates, and there will be opportunities for salary enhancements as you grow within South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority.

South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) is currently in the process of reviewing its terms and conditions of employment including pay and grading. As part of this project, the post advertised may be subject to changes in the near future. All changes and any impact on individual posts will be discussed further should you be successfully appointed to the position you have applied for.

Please note South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority does not hold a sponsorship licence and cannot provide Skilled Worker sponsorship for any roles advertised.

Applications must be accompanied by a cover letter to detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role (please see role profile attached).

Key Responsibilities

Are you a creative communicator with a passion for making a difference? This is a fantastic opportunity to join our growing Communications team at South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA). We’re looking for a dynamic and driven individual to help shape and deliver our marketing and communications strategy—promoting South Yorkshire as one of the best places in the country to live, work, study, and visit.

As Marketing Officer you’ll play a key role in designing and delivering impactful campaigns, managing digital content, organising events and producing high-quality marketing materials that showcase the work we do across the region and nationally. From social media to stakeholder engagement, you’ll help us tell our story in a way that resonates with our communities and partners.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Support the development and delivery of SYMCA’s marketing and communication strategies.
• Design and deliver engaging digital content across our website and social media platforms.
• Create and coordinate marketing materials and campaigns that align with our brands and strategic goals.
• Manage marketing data and customer information to support targeted communications.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders.
• Identify and implement new and innovative marketing approaches to enhance our reach and impact.
• Monitor trends, evaluate campaign performance, and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Support event planning and delivery as part of wider campaign activity.
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

We’re looking for someone with a strong, proven foundation in marketing and communications, who is confident working in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment. You’ll be creative, collaborative, and results-focused, with a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

About You

• Recognised qualification in marketing, communications, or a related subject (or equivalent experience).
• Strong knowledge of digital marketing tools, including website CMS, CRM management, email marketing, and social media.
• Experience producing and commissioning marketing materials and content.
• Proven ability to engage diverse audiences, including the public, political stakeholders, and businesses.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Experience working in a political or public sector environment.
• Understanding of brand positioning and campaign strategy.
• Experience managing events or public engagement activities.
  
  

Benefits

All colleagues have access to a local Government Pension Scheme and the chance to be part of an organisation where you can really make a difference. Located in Sheffield City Centre, we are well-placed for transport links and encourage employees to take advantage of the active travel facilities. Work/life balance is extremely important to us here at SYMCA with our recognised family/friendly policies, genuine work flexibility, recognition, and shared success.

In addition to the above, some of benefits include -

Annual Leave Purchase Scheme – The ability to purchase up to a further 15 days per year in additional to your normal annual leave

Hybrid working – Our offices are a space where we come together and collaborate. Most of our roles are offered on a hybrid basis with the exception of some support roles being onsite full time.

Rewarding You - Reducing everyday expenses through discounts, benefits, financial advice, wellbeing solutions and more with Reward Gateway!

Training on the job - Support with upskilling skills through on the job training and qualifications

Holiday – Up to 36 days annual leave (depending on length of service). Pro-rata for part time colleagues.

Diversity at South Yorkshire Combined Mayoral Authority

Our workforce is made up of a diverse community, where we all belong and feel part of something bigger. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.