Marketing Assistant

Where

Not Specified

Type

Permanent

Salary

28000 Annual

Paying up to £28,000 + Benefits - Based in Middleton, North Manchester our client is seeking a proactive and enthusiastic Marketing Assistant to join their dynamic marketing team. This entry-level role is ideal for a recent graduate looking to gain hands-on experience across a broad range of marketing activities including digital marketing, campaign planning, content creation, and market research.

This is an office-based job opportunity working Monday Thursday 8.30am-5.30pm and 8.30am-3.00pm on a Friday.

THE JOB

Reporting to the Marketing Executive and collaborating with the wider commercial team, your key responsibilities will include:

  • Assisting in the planning and execution of marketing campaigns across digital, social, and traditional platforms.
  • Supporting content creation for emails, websites, social media, brochures, and other promotional materials.
  • Monitoring and updating the company s website and social media channels.
  • Conducting market and competitor research to support strategic decisions.
  • Helping to organise and support marketing events, and exhibitions.
  • Tracking and reporting on campaign performance using tools such as Google Analytics and social media insights.
  • Maintaining marketing databases and ensure accuracy of contact lists.
  • Providing administrative support to the marketing team, including meeting coordination, invoicing, and reporting.

THE PERSON

Qualifications: A recent degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related discipline (minimum 2:1 preferred).

Experience & Knowledge:

  • Some experience (internship, placement year, or part-time) in a marketing or communications role is desirable.
  • Basic understanding of digital marketing, SEO, content creation, and branding.
  • Familiarity with social media platforms and tools (e.g., LinkedIn, Instagram, Meta Business Suite).
  • Awareness of marketing analytics and reporting tools such as Google Analytics is a plus.

Skills & Attributes:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Creative thinker with strong attention to detail.
  • Organised, able to prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.
  • Proactive and eager to learn, with a genuine interest in marketing.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team.
  • Competent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); knowledge of Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or Mailchimp is advantageous.

THE BENEFITS

  • A 3pm finish every Friday
  • Free onsite parking
  • 20 days holiday (rising to 25 days with length of service)
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Workplace pension
  • GP24 online GP service
  • Health Cash plan
  • Regular staff socials

Please note that we are only able to consider applications from those who are eligible to work in the UK and therefore do not require sponsorship.

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