Marketing Executive - 12 Month Placement Year

We’re Pod – one of the UK’s leading EV charging providers, trusted by over 250,000 customers and powering more than 5 million miles every single day. But behind the numbers is a team of passionate people working together to shape a smarter, more sustainable future. We started off in 2009 as Pod Point, helping people make the switch to electric as EVs began to hit the road. Today, we’re leading the way into a smarter energy future.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone at the start of their marketing career to gain real, hands-on experience across CRM and lifecycle marketing. You’ll be trusted with meaningful responsibility from day one, supported by a team that’s invested in your development, and exposed to tools like HubSpot that will set you up for future success. If you’re curious, proactive and excited to learn in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment, you’ll thrive here and make a genuine impact.

Salary: £25,000

Location: Hybrid (2-3 days per week in London office)

You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Support lifecycle marketing campaigns - you’ll help build, test and deliver email campaigns across the full customer journey, from lead nurture and onboarding through to upsell, cross-sell, loyalty and advocacy.
• Assist with email production - you’ll draft, proofread, format and quality check emails, ensuring every campaign is accurate, engaging and on brand. You’ll also support with asset creation where needed.
• Build and manage audience segments - you’ll help group customers and leads into relevant segments, ensuring each audience receives targeted, meaningful communications.
• Analyse and report on performance - you’ll track campaign performance, including open rates, click-through rates and conversions, and help turn data into clear insights that improve results.
• Support loyalty and advocacy initiatives - you’ll contribute to campaigns that keep customers engaged, including referral programmes, rewards and retention-focused activity.
• Collaborate across teams - you’ll work closely with Sales, Customer Service, Product and Tech teams to support their email requirements and help deliver a seamless customer experience.
• Support marketing operations - you’ll help manage the campaign calendar, coordinate briefs, keep processes organised and ensure documentation is always up to date.
• Develop CRM expertise - You’ll receive hands‑on training in HubSpot, gaining valuable experience in a leading CRM and marketing automation platform.

What You’ll Develop During Your Placement Year:

• Professional communication skills – building confidence speaking with customers over the phone.
• Active listening and questioning – learning how to understand customer needs and tailor conversations.
• Resilience and confidence – handling objections, learning from complex installs, and staying motivated.
• Time management and organisation – balancing calls, follow-ups, and admin in a busy environment.
• Customer service mindset – delivering a positive experience while working towards targets.
• Adaptability – adjusting your approach for different customers and situations.
• Team collaboration – working closely with experienced homecharge professionals and learning from others.
• Problem-solving skills – thinking on your feet to overcome challenges in live conversations.
• Professionalism in the workplace – representing a growing business and its values.
• Confidence working towards targets – understanding how goals, KPIs, and performance tracking work.
• Commercial awareness - gaining insight into how operations teams contribute to business success.

What We Are Looking For:

• A genuine passion for marketing and purpose-driven industries.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• Adaptability and an eagerness to learn.
• Curiosity, energy and engagement.
• A customer-focused mindset.
• Effective written communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset.

Important Information: You must have the legal right to work in the UK. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Your privacy is important to us, all information shared will be handled according to our Candidate Privacy Notice. You must also be attending a UK university that encourages taking a year out for a year in industry.

Good luck and we look forward to speaking with you soon!