At a Glance
- Tasks: Support exciting retail media campaigns for top brands in Technology and Home.
- Company: Join John Lewis, a leading UK retailer focused on innovation and customer experience.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work model, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with a focus on learning and development.
- Why this job: Kickstart your marketing career while working with renowned consumer brands.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and a passion for retail media.
The predicted salary is between 32000 - 32000 £ per year.
About the Role
Retail Media is a key growth driver for the Partnership and a strategic priority across John Lewis. We are on an exciting transformation journey, evolving our capabilities to deliver more personalised customer experiences and create impactful Retail Media solutions for our strategic and emerging clients. As a Retail Media Activation Assistant, you will support the Retail Media Activation Specialist and Manager to deliver a variety of supplier-funded campaigns across our Technology and Home categories, managing both annual strategic plans and ad hoc campaign activity. You will work closely with clients, the Retail Media sales team, channel specialists and Category Marketing teams to coordinate campaign delivery, ensuring activity is executed effectively, on time and against agreed objectives.
Your responsibilities will predominantly include managing onsite campaigns across a portfolio of Technology and Home clients, with opportunity to develop experience across additional channels as you grow in the role. You will monitor campaign performance, support the preparation of PCA reports and work with the Retail Media sales team to communicate results back to clients, helping to inform future plans and investment. You’ll be highly organised, proactive and keen to learn, with an interest in Retail Media and delivering strong outcomes for clients. This is an excellent opportunity to build a career in Retail Media, gaining exposure to campaign activation, client management, and an array of marketing channels while working with some of the UK’s leading consumer brands.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing execution of onsite placements to include briefing our design agency & online platforms, acquiring assets from our clients, and capturing proof of execution for reporting.
- Supporting and activating other channels alongside Channel champions.
- Support the delivery of the annual calendar of initiatives for all brands with guidance from more senior Marketing Activation Partners. This will include briefing booked activity into channels for activation.
- Support the delivery of defined elements within an overall marketing campaign, including briefing, asset management, campaign set‑up, stakeholder coordination etc.
- Work with brand/seasonal campaign teams to coordinate retail media participation in brand and seasonal campaigns.
- Monitor performance of the retail media funded campaigns and support the preparation of PCA reports.
- Support relationship building with key stakeholders.
- Work collaboratively across the business to ensure delivery of agreed milestones/SLA’s.
- Support the successful delivery of Retail Media campaigns in line with agreed objectives, timelines and service levels.
- Report on the success of the activity and communicate this regularly.
You’ll be highly organised, proactive and eager to learn, with the ability to manage priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Essential Skills and Experience
- Evidence of customer orientation, effective stakeholder management, planning and prioritisation and managing multiple priorities.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high‑quality work.
- Project management skills in any field.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Experience supporting the delivery of campaigns or projects.
- Strong written and verbal communication.
- Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment and motivated by supporting a growing team.
- Ability to work under pressure, adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
Desirable Skills
- Relevant marketing campaign management experience.
- Experience supporting digital marketing or media campaigns.
- Experience working with external clients, agencies or suppliers.
- Experience in data, insight and analytics.
- Relevant experience supporting within a retail media environment.
- Relevant experience working within the retail sector.
Salary and Contract
- Salary up to: £32,000.00 per annum based on skill and experience.
- Contract type: Permanent position.
- Hours: 35 hours per week.
- Location: London, Pimlico Head Office; Hybrid – 2‑3 days per week in office.
Retail Media Marketing Activation Assistant – Technology & Home in London employer: John Lewis & Partners
John Lewis is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation in the heart of London. As a Retail Media Marketing Activation Assistant, you will benefit from a culture that prioritises personal development and career growth, with opportunities to engage with leading consumer brands and gain valuable experience across various marketing channels. The hybrid working model allows for flexibility while being part of a supportive team dedicated to delivering impactful retail media solutions.
