Are you a creative graduate looking to embark on a career in Marketing?Are you confident in writing engaging content, blogs and use of social media platforms?Our established lighting retailer and manufacturer based in Manchester are looking for a graduate Marketing Exec to join them.
This vacancy is based in Manchester paying a starting salary of £24,000 p.a About the roleThe marketing exec role plays a pivotal role within the marketing team.No two days are the same and we are looking for someone adaptable who will thrive in a busy environment.Duties will vary from website amends to writing copy to updating our Social media.
You will assist the Marketing Manager in developing and delivering the marketing strategy and work with sales teams to develop compelling campaigns.
You will work within the busy Marketing Department at our Head Office in Manchester.
The chosen candidate will have the opportunity to work across all areas of the business, helping to deliver marketing campaigns, comms, photographic campaigns, and other activity for a variety of the brand's products and customers.
Main responsibilities Assist the Marketing Manager in developing and delivering the marketing strategy Briefing and supporting on multichannel campaigns throughout all areas of the business and being the dialogue between departments Assistance with brand marketing projects in line with key dates and objectives Support and knowledge across the wider marketing mix, where required: social, email, outreach, PR, collaborations and creative Identifying and writing engaging digital content, including blogs and optimised website copy Regularly reviewing content to ensure it aligns with current digital marketing strategies and brand awareness Managing and updating information, copywriting, and engaging with users on social media sites such as Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn to increase brand awareness Editing in-house and existing company content to ensure accuracy and quality Working with sales teams to develop compelling campaigns Keep up to date with the latest marketing trends.
The list of duties is not exhaustive, and you may be asked to undertake other duties.
However, full training and support will be provided.
What are we looking for?
A recent graduate who is passionate about a career in marketing.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proactive with a can-do attitude and a desire to learn.
Exceptional time management skills.
Able to prioritise and manage your own workload.
Good problem-solving skills and creativity.
Proficient in Microsoft office including PowerPoint and Excel.
Has a strong work ethic Takes pride in their work and great attention to detail Knowledge and understanding of all marketing channels and the marketing mix Has some digital experience The details This is a full-time, permanent opportunity.
Working hours will be 40 hours per week.
Hours are typically worked between 8.30am and 5pm, Monday to Friday.
However, you may occasionally need to attend events outside of these days/times.
Our office is located in Manchester.
Starting salary £24,000 per year.
What benefits do we offer?
Pension scheme.
24 days holidays plus bank holidays.
Considerable staff discount Fantastic opportunity for development and progression About the clientWe are a family-owned business and now an established and recognised supplier of decorative lighting to the very best specialist lighting retailers, multi-national chains and distributor partners across the globe.
Innovative and contemporary lighting designs are supplemented with traditional and modern classics to meet all styles and trends, customer requirements and quality standards.
Founded in 1945 our high standards have remained consistent, continuously meeting and exceeding our customers' expectations