Marketing & Events Assistant

Are you organised; career driven & able to work well as part of a team? thefutureworks are currently recruiting for a Marketing & Events Assistant to work for our client based in Leamington Spa. Job Purpose: * To provide marketing & business development support to the Business Development Director * To develop and maintain relationships with referrers * To work in accordance with the Office Manual and to act at all times in an appropriate manner as an employee of a professional practice Key Responsibilities: * Provide support with organising led events and attendance as and when required at exhibitions and business shows * Provide the Business Development Director with monthly reports/summaries referrals/prospects * Visit referrers to build and maintain relationships, and keep them updated on the progress of matters * Provide support and assistance in keeping website up to date with articles blogs, staff profiles and photos. * Manage the organising and planning of social media posts on platforms * Assist with communication on matters where required * Monitor the source of work referred * Order and monitor business stationery items e.g. business cards, name badges and other promotional material * Update and maintain the database for external newsletter * Undertake research for potential leads/contacts as and when required * Supply artwork to publications for local press advertising, and regularly review and monitor effectiveness * Assist staff in booking on to networking events as and when required Skills and Experience: * Strong business development skills * Project and event management experience would be desirable * Experience in the use of Canva would be desirable * Experience using social media scheduling tools would be desirable * Proven organisational and administrative skills with attention to detail * Analytical skills with ability to interpret data and provide commentary and recommendations * Ability to be a team player, with a flexible attitude to work * Excellent communication skills, both written and oral * Working knowledge of Microsoft packages and Case Management Systems * A good understanding of a range of social media, particularly Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram * A practical and commercial approach * Excellent time keeping and organisational skills * You will be required to work at the other offices and visit referrers of work (driving licence and access to car essential) Salary: * Salary up to £27,000. Benefits: * Permanent * Holiday entitlement starting at 23 days and increasing to a maximum of 27 days with length of service * Holiday buy and sell scheme – up to 5 days per year (next opportunity for this will be from Jan 2026) * BUPA health cash plan scheme * Employee assistance programme for employees and their families * Death in service benefit (3 x annual salary) Parking: * The role will predominantly be based at Leamington Spa office with free parking options 5-10 minute walk from office. Occasional travel to events required. Please apply with your most recent CV today if you feel you have the relevant skills & experience