Marketing Assistant in Blackburn

Are you ready to play a key role in supporting Vital Energi's exciting growth strategy? We are looking for a proactive and detail-focused Marketing Assistant to join our team located at our head office in Blackburn. Vital Energi is a leading UK provider of sustainable energy solutions, known for designing, installing, owning, and operating low-carbon energy systems. With a strong focus on innovation and environmental responsibility, Vital Energi partners with public and private sector organisations to deliver energy-efficient infrastructure that supports the UK’s net-zero ambitions.

The role is ideal for a creative and confident communicator looking to start or develop a career in Marketing. As a Marketing Assistant, you will support the Marketing team in delivering impactful campaigns, content, and events that align with our business objectives.

• Assist in the creation of marketing materials, including brochures, presentations, social media content, and case studies.
• Support the planning and execution of marketing campaigns across digital and traditional channels.
• Assist in updating website content and company social media platforms.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, customer needs, and industry insights.
• Assist in the organisation of events and exhibitions, ensuring brand presence and engagement.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather content for our internal newsletter and case studies that showcase our projects and successes.
• Help monitor and report on campaign performance, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Ensure all marketing materials align with the company’s brand guidelines and values.

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Marketing, Communications, Business, Events, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• An eye for detail and a creative mindset.
• Experience using social media platforms in a professional capacity.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) or Canva.
• Knowledge of SEO, PPC, and digital analytics tools.
• Experience working with and editing videos using software such as CapCut or Premier Pro.
• Previous experience in a similar marketing role or internship.

• Salary negotiable (DOE).
• Contributory Company Pension Scheme.
• Non-contributory death-in-service insurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
• Additional holidays awarded in line with length of service.
• Option to purchase/sell additional holidays.
• On-site gym/wellbeing centre at our Blackburn Head Office.
• Discounted gym membership across the UK.
• EV charging points where possible.

Applications will be processed within 28 days of receipt. If you have not heard from us within this time period it will mean that your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful. The company is opposed to all forms of discrimination and will select for employment, training and promotion on the basis of suitability for the job and/or merit. It is company policy that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment than another on the grounds of sex, race, colour, age, ethnic or national origins, political affiliations, religious beliefs, marital status, physical disability or is disadvantaged by unjustifiable conditions or requirements. Applicants must have the unrestricted and ongoing right to work in the UK for the duration of employment, without the need for sponsorship. Due to the nature of this role, we are unable to support visa sponsorship or employ individuals with time-limited permission or conditions attached to their right to work in the UK.