Sales and Marketing Assistant

JobStart Scheme; Cookstown; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local marketing firm in Cookstown is looking for a Sales and Marketing Assistant to support the execution of strategies that drive brand awareness and engagement. Responsibilities include assisting with sales materials and maintaining customer information in the CRM. The ideal candidate should be highly organized, possess strong communication skills, and be familiar with digital marketing tools. This is a temporary position with up to 25 hours per week. Pay ranges from £7.55 to £12.21 per hour depending on age and experience.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and basic digital marketing tools.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist sales team with proposals, quotes, and presentations.
• Maintain and update the CRM system with customer information.
• Coordinate follow-ups with prospects and existing customers.
• Assist with digital marketing campaign creation and monitoring.
• Organize meetings and maintain calendars.

Skills

Strong organisational abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication

Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace

Familiarity with CRM systems

Attention to detail

Basic understanding of sales processes

Team-oriented

Creative thinker

Customer-focused mindset

Tools

CRM systems

Mailchimp

Canva

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: EXCEL IMPORTS LIMITEDThe Sales and Marketing Assistant supports the sales and marketing teams in executing strategies that drive brand awareness, customer engagement, and revenue growth. This role involves coordinating campaigns, managing administrative tasks, analysing performance metrics, and assisting with customer communications

Responsibilities

• Sales Support - Assist the sales team with preparing proposals, quotes, presentations, and sales materials.
• Sales Support - Maintain and update the CRM system with leads, customer information, and sales activity.
• Sales Support - Coordinate follow-ups with prospects and existing customers.
• Sales Support - Support order processing, invoicing, and other basic administrative tasks.
• Sales Support - Prepare weekly and monthly sales reports.
• Marketing Support - Assist with the creation, scheduling, and monitoring of digital marketing campaigns (email, social media, ads).
• Marketing Support - Help produce marketing content such as blog posts, newsletters, graphics, and promotional materials.
• Marketing Support - Update website content and ensure product information is accurate.
• Marketing Support - Support event planning (trade shows, webinars, product launches).
• Marketing Support - Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and customer insights gathering.
• Administrative & Coordination Duties - Organize meetings, maintain calendars, and prepare documentation.
• Administrative & Coordination Duties - Handle internal communication between sales, marketing, and other departments.
• Administrative & Coordination Duties - Maintain inventory of marketing materials and coordinate distribution.
• Administrative & Coordination Duties - Assist in managing vendor relationships (designers, printers, event coordinators, etc).

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and basic digital marketing tools (e.g., Mailchimp, Canva, social media platforms).
• Attention to detail and ability to work under deadlines.
• Basic understanding of sales processes and marketing principles.
• Proactive and eager to learn.
• Team-oriented, with strong interpersonal skills.
• Creative thinker with problem-solving ability.
• Customer-focused mindset.

Further Information

The Employer is: EXCEL IMPORTS LIMITEDJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information.Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1749087 Job Sector Marketing,Secretarial and Administration Area Co Tyrone Location Cookstown Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 04/12/2025 Closing date 14/01/2026 Worktime Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 9.30am - 5pm