Marketing and Communications Assistant

Equans is recruiting for a Marketing and Communications Assistant to be based in Wath upon Dearne, Rotherham. This is a permanent full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, company car and benefits package.

What will you deliver?

• Marketing
  • Assist with researching, planning and delivery of marketing campaigns
  • Research and produce relevant case studies for the region
  • Assist with the design and print of marketing materials
• Brand, Design and Digital
  • Create and edit video content for internal and external use
  • Design and amend templates for a wide range of documents, including marketing materials, newsletters, invites, posters, adverts, presentations etc
  • Liaise with design and print agencies when required
  • Provide advice and guidance on company branding/logos – act as a ‘brand guardian’
• Awards
  • Research relevant awards to create and maintain an annual calendar of awards
  • Assist with researching and writing award submissions
• Events
  • Research relevant events and exhibitions to create and maintain an annual calendar of events
  • Book and coordinate events/exhibitions
  • Manage booking of event materials
  • Assist with planning and coordination of events
  • Attend events, conferences and seminars that are of benefit to Equans
• Public relations / media / external communications
  • Act as comms lead for a portfolio of projects, liaising regularly with clients and colleagues
  • Identify PR opportunities, create and deliver effective PR plans, research, and write press releases
  • Identify and create content for social media channels and website
  • Assist with responding to media enquiries
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients across the region
  • Monitor media and social media coverage and produce reports
  • Book photographers and manage photo library
• Internal Communications
  • Creation and coordination of staff newsletters
  • Creation of content for internal communication channels and campaigns
• Other Duties
  • Ad hoc photography
  • Provide admin support to the team
  • Build good working relationships with key clients, colleagues and other stakeholders
  • Manage invoices for the team and produce expenditure reports
  • Travel to and from sites and other locations across the UK as needed
  • Any other tasks as required by the business

What can we offer you?

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility, Encompass, RISE, WOMEN TOGETHER, Working Parents, and Young Professionals
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

• Essential
  • Degree, apprenticeship, or other similar qualification in a marketing, communications, PR or related subject, or equivalent experience
  • Previous experience of working in a marketing and communications environment
  • Excellent knowledge of Office 365
  • Full driving licence
  • Creative, with a keen eye for design
  • Passionate about a career in marketing and communications
  • Creative and able to suggest ideas
• Desirable
  • Experience of design packages (e.g., Adobe InDesign, Photoshop) would be beneficial, but not essential as full training will be provided
  • Experience of producing and editing videos, including using software such as Adobe PremierePro would be beneficial, but not essential as full training will be provided
  • Experience or knowledge of the construction or housing industries would be beneficial

As part of our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010. At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do; you will find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.