Marketing Operations & Events Assistant

Soane Britain; City of Westminster; Sur place; GBP 22 000 - 28 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Soane Britain is seeking a Marketing Operations & Events Assistant to join its Creative Marketing & Communications team in London. This graduate opportunity focuses on coordinating marketing operations, events, photoshoots and showroom projects to tell the Soane story with precision and flair.

You will work closely with suppliers, visuals and press teams, developing organisational excellence, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while

Qualifications

• Degree level education with strong academic record.
• Internships or experience in marketing/communications beneficial.
• Excellent references from previous roles or studies.
• Proficient in MS Office and project coordination tools.

Responsabilités

• Lead planning and delivery of events from intimate dinners to large receptions, on time and on budget.
• Coordinate showroom updates and collection launches.
• Manage supplier relationships and logistics for events.
• Support press activities and media outreach.
• Collaborate with Visual Merchandiser on photoshoots.
• Assist with inventory management and provenance research.
• Support day-to-day operations of Marketing & Communications.
• Act as an ambassador for the Soane brand and heritage.

Connaissances

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Event planning

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Outils

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Description du poste

An exciting opportunity for an ambitious graduate looking to build a career in marketing, events and communications. Join one of Britain's most distinctive interior design and manufacturing brands and play a key role in bringing Soane's story to life. From collection launches and photoshoots to events, showroom projects and craftsmanship storytelling, this is a unique opportunity to develop your career at the heart of a highly creative and collaborative Marketing & Communications team.

Company Overview

With an uncompromising commitment both to British manufacturing and to our customers worldwide, Soane’s mission is to design and make enduring and life-enhancing furniture, lighting, fabrics, and wallpapers. By working with a network of the finest craftspeople in Britain, we preserve traditional skills and nurture them for future generations.

As well as working with independent craft workshops across Britain, we have developed our own substantial in-house manufacturing operations in Leicester and the South of England. We have thriving showrooms in London and New York where our passionate and committed team champions exceptional British craftsmanship.

For more information, please visit www.soane.com and join our social media platforms on Pinterest and Instagram.

Purpose of the Position

The Marketing Operations & Events Assistant is a newly created role within Soane Britain's highly collaborative Marketing & Communications team, which plays a central role in supporting the effective delivery of Soane Britain's marketing strategy and extensive events programme. The role is responsible for coordinating marketing operations, event planning, photoshoot preparation, supplier relationships, inventory management and press support activities, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and to the highest standards.

The position requires exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of inspiring events that celebrate Soane's mission and vision, from intimate dinners to larger-scale drinks parties, industry gatherings and press events, ensuring they are delivered on time, on budget and to the highest standard.
• Support the planning and delivery of seasonal showroom updates and collection launches, helping to create joyful spaces that showcase Soane's craftsmanship and collections.
• Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, Logistics and Sales Operations teams to ensure showroom installations are delivered to the highest standard.
• Work closely with the Visual Merchandiser to plan and deliver photoshoots that bring Soane's craftsmanship and collections to life, coordinating schedules, inventory and supporting documentation to ensure projects run smoothly.
• Manage the marketing antiques inventory, overseeing procurement, sales, logistics and provenance research to bring each piece to life in the showroom and online.
• Support the delivery of Soane's press activities, including media enquiries, press previews, product call-ins and content management. Assist with press administration, coverage tracking and KPI reporting.
• Support the wider Marketing & Communications team across day-to-day operational activities, helping to coordinate projects, manage deadlines and contribute to the successful delivery of departmental priorities.
• Act as an ambassador for the Soane brand, championing its craftsmanship, heritage and values while continuously developing knowledge of its collections.

Qualifications for the Position

• Educated to degree level (2:1 or above preferred).
• Some prior professional experience through internships, placements, part-time employment or an entry-level role within marketing and communications would be beneficial, or the ability to demonstrate initiative and ambition through examples of taking responsibility, managing projects or actively building experience beyond academic studies.
• Your professional experience will be supported by excellent references.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, with confidence managing spreadsheets, timelines and project plans.
• A genuine interest in design, craftsmanship, interiors, events and luxury brands, together with an enthusiasm for learning about Soane Britain's collections and heritage.