Walter Scott - Events & Marketing Manager

BNY Mellon; Easter Howgate; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic investment management business seeks an individual to support the development of a marketing and communications plan to enhance brand advocacy. Key responsibilities include managing client events, developing marketing materials, and collaborating with senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and experience in event management, with knowledge of the North American markets being advantageous. This role is based in Edinburgh, offering a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in event management is desirable.
• Knowledge of North American markets is a plus.
• Organizational skills with the ability to engage with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage events calendar for clients and prospects.
• Lead the development of marketing materials for client events.
• Support Client Service team with topic selection for events.

Skills

Event Management

Industry Knowledge

Organizational Skills

Tools

SalesForce

Job description

Role Purpose

To support in developing and delivering a Marketing and Communications plan for the firm that will drive brand awareness and advocacy in key markets (Principally US, Canada, Japan, Australia and Europe).

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage events calendar for clients, consultants and prospects.
• Lead the development and execution of all materials for client events such as our conference and lecture series.
• Work with senior business development stakeholders to create and deliver marketing materials to support our distribution partners.
• Work closely with investment writers to repurpose content for different channels, client types, and regions.
• Support Client Service team members to put forward appropriate topics and Walter Scott – events manage presenters for Walter Scott and industry conferences and events

Additional Responsibilities

• Work with compliance to ensure Walter Scott is not in breach of any FCA communications rules.
• Fulfil the vendor champion role as outlined in the Vendor Management Policies and Procedures.

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• Events experience desirable
• Industry knowledge, especially of North American markets
• Working knowledge of SalesForce and CRM marketing helpful, but not essential
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to work with senior stakeholders

Role Location

Edinburgh

Closing Date

Friday 15th August

Application

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About Us

Established in 1983, Walter Scott is an investment management business built to deliver long-term success. We think of growth in decades and consider impact for generations, ignoring the volatility of the moment and the results of the day.

Our portfolio management philosophy is tried and tested: we focus solely on equity investments, holding stock only in high-quality, market-leading businesses that can generate sustainable growth for our clients. By keeping our strategy straightforward, we can go deeper in our research and further for our clients.

It’s an approach that begins and ends with doing the right thing. For the institutional clients we serve around the world – protecting and enhancing their assets. For our community – supporting causes with tangible outcomes for people in Edinburgh, and beyond. And for the 180 employees who make it all possible – fostering a close-knit culture, nurturing personal growth and offering truly rewarding careers.