Marketing Assistant

Job Title: Marketing Assistant  
Location: Hybrid (Knutsford)  
Department: Marketing  
Reports to: Marketing Manager
 
About:
We are a leading same day courier and logistics service provider, delivering tailored transport solutions across the UK and beyond. We pride ourselves on our responsive, customer-focused service and are continually growing our network and operations. We''re looking for a proactive and organised Marketing Assistant to join our team.
 
Role Overview:
This is an exciting entry-level opportunity for someone looking to start a career in marketing. The Marketing Assistant will play a vital role in supporting the wider marketing function and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. The role involves coordination, communication, content support, reporting, and administrative responsibilities to assist in the delivery of impactful marketing campaigns and initiatives.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor shared inboxes and action or forward emails as needed
• Log and manage marketing tasks using Trello, action requests where possible
• Respond to Google and Trustpilot reviews, and liaise with branches where required and coordinate social posts
• Handle local marketing requests and manage local marketing event kits
• Support planning and logistics for conferences and exhibitions
• Maintain and update the internal marketing portal
• Track industry award opportunities and update the awards roadmap
• Report on marketing campaign performance and KPIs
• Compile monthly reports
• Update Sales and Marketing calendars
• Support newsletter creation by gathering and formatting content
• Monitor social media activity, tags, and engagement
• Conduct keyword and competitor research to support content strategy
• Share relevant industry news with the marketing team
• Provide general support to the Marketing and Sales team
• Manage orders, stock levels, and queries related to promotional material

• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication
• A proactive, can-do attitude
• Attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with tools like Trello, Google Suite, and social media platforms (preferred)
• Willingness to learn and grow within a marketing environment

• A degree or equivalent in Marketing, Communications, English, Business, or a related field is desirable but not essential
• Previous experience, such as apprenticeships or placement years in a marketing or administrative role, would be advantageous