Job title: Marketing Assistant
Reporting to: Senior National Account Manager
Location: Cottage Farm, Mears Ashby Road, Sywell, Northamptonshire, NN6 0BJ
Working pattern: Hybrid - minimum of two days per week in the office; up to three days per week working from home
Department: Sales
Deadline: 5th November 2026
General Summary
The Marketing Assistant is responsible for creating commercially focused, eye‑catching POS and brand assets that help our products stand out in busy FMCG retail environments and convert at point of purchase.
The role owns the design and delivery of retail-facing materials across all territories, including UK, US, ROW, spanning FSDUs, gifting towers, catalogues, exhibitions and customer-facing sales materials.
Key Responsibilities
- Design POS and brand materials that sell: create modern, eye‑catching creative that resonates with consumers, supports clear range positioning and gives strong stand‑out in competitive FMCG retail environments.
- Own POS and retail‑facing brand delivery: lead the creation of FSDUs, gifting towers, catalogues, printed marketing materials and exhibition assets across all territories.
- Bring ideas to life quickly: refresh bestsellers, adapt existing templates and develop trend‑led concepts at pace to meet fast‑turn sales and retail deadlines.
- Manage delivery end-to-end: take projects from concept through to final artwork for cutters
- Communication: Liaise with retailer department to seek FSDU approvals such as Black Dog
- Undertake any other duties as requested by their line manager, commensurate with the role
Qualifications and Experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
- Proficiency in the Adobe Suite, primarily Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign and Adobe Photoshop.
- Ability to work with 3D CAD software (e.g. SketchUp) and 3D Rendering software (e.g. Blender).
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
- Problem-solving mindset with a dynamic and proactive approach.
- Team-oriented, adaptable, and respectful in a collaborative environment.
Company Benefits
- Private health insurance
- Holiday purchase scheme
- Contributory pension scheme
- 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Lively social committee hosting regular events
- Group Life cover - including 24-hour GP service
- Company-funded gym membership for all trade staff
- Comprehensive staff training and mentorship programmes
- Flexible working and flexible hours from day one of employment
- Additional holiday allowance accrued for long service – and a full bonus week of holiday to celebrate your 10th year at BBUK
- Enhanced family leave - with equal six months’ paid leave for all new parents
- Employee assistance programme available to all employees and their families
- Dedicated volunteering hours each year to support charities promoting literacy and reading for pleasure
- Cycle to work scheme
- Wellbeing programme and daily benefits such as fresh fruit and porridge in the office
If you are interested in this role, please apply via our website. We look forward to hearing from you.
Marketing Assistant in Northampton employer: Bonnier Books
Bonnier Books UK Children’s Group is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and creative work environment, perfect for those passionate about children's literature and brand management. With a focus on employee growth, we offer opportunities for professional development and the chance to work with renowned licenses like Disney, ensuring that your contributions have a meaningful impact in the industry. Located in a vibrant area, our team enjoys a supportive culture that values innovation and teamwork, making it an ideal place for individuals looking to thrive in their careers.
