At a Glance
- Tasks: Create engaging content and support community events to energise our innovation centres.
- Company: Join Oxford Innovation Space, a leader in inspiring workspaces for ambitious businesses.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, 25 days holiday, and flexible benefits tailored for you.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team that values your ideas and promotes inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on entrepreneurs while developing your marketing and community skills.
- Qualifications: Confident communicator with a passion for marketing and community engagement.
The predicted salary is between 27000 - 27000 £ per year.
At Oxford Innovation Space, we create and manage inspiring workspaces where ambitious businesses can thrive. With over 35 years of experience and a growing network of innovation centres across the UK and Ireland, we support more than 850 SMEs across 35+ sectors. Our centres are more than just buildings – they’re buzzing communities of entrepreneurs, creators, and changemakers. We’re excited to announce a vacancy for a Marketing & Community Assistant to join our team and help bring our communities to life across two Innovation Centres in Stockport.
This dual-site role will support both Merseyway Innovation Centre (MIC), a state‑of‑the‑art workspace in the heart of Stockport Town Centre, and Stockport Business & Innovation Centre (SBIC), based within the iconic Broadstone Mill. Developed by Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council and managed by Oxford Innovation Space, both centres are part of the Innovate Stockport network, supporting start‑ups and growing businesses with flexible workspace, collaboration opportunities, and business support.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Create and schedule engaging content across social media and other marketing channels to raise awareness of the Centre and its community.
- Support the planning and delivery of events, networking activities, and community initiatives that bring customers together.
- Capture stories, successes, and centre activity to help promote our customers, spaces, and wider brand.
- Welcome visitors and support front‑of‑house activity, helping to create a positive and professional customer experience.
- Assist with enquiries, bookings, and day‑to‑day centre administration, including calls, emails, and meeting room coordination.
- Work closely with the Centre team to keep shared spaces well‑presented and support the smooth running of the Centre.
What You’ll Bring
- A confident, approachable personality and strong communication skills.
- Experience or interest in marketing, social media, events, or community engagement.
- Strong IT skills and confidence using digital platforms and systems.
- A proactive, can‑do attitude with good organisation and attention to detail.
- Flexibility and a team spirit – ready to support both promotional activity and day‑to‑day centre operations.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Salary: Competitive salary of up to £27,000 per annum.
- Time off: 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays.
- Flexible benefits: Options to swap salary for extra benefits, including additional holiday.
- Wellbeing: Wellbeing days, Employee Assistance Programme, and health resources.
- Perks: Discounts on high street brands, EV leasing, cycle to work scheme, and more.
- Development: Full induction, buddy system, and ongoing learning opportunities.
- Culture: A supportive, inclusive team that values your voice and ideas.
- Purpose: A chance to make a real difference in the lives of entrepreneurs and growing businesses.
Ready to Apply?
If this sounds like your kind of role, we’d love to hear from you. Click 'Apply' to join us as our new Marketing & Community Assistant. Got questions? Reach out – we’re happy to chat.
We’re Committed to Inclusion
We’re building a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply – you might be just the person we’re looking for.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we’ve received sufficient applications, so apply early to avoid disappointment.
Marketing & Community Assistant in Stockport employer: Oxford Innovation
At Oxford Innovation Space, we pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive. As a Marketing & Community Assistant, you'll enjoy a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and flexible benefits, all while contributing to the success of ambitious SMEs in Stockport. With a strong focus on personal development and a supportive team environment, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact within our dynamic community of entrepreneurs and innovators.
