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The Institute of Employability Professionals is entering an exciting period of growth and change and is currently looking for a Marketing and Communications Assistant. Please submit a CV and a covering letter explaining why you think you are suitable for this role and what attributes you could bring to the role to help the IEP develop further.

Do you have excellent organisational skills with a good eye for detail?

Do you thrive on working under pressure and to tight deadlines?

Are you looking to work for a company that helps people who support others gain work, progress in work and retain work?

Do you wish to work for a company that values its employees and sees the potential in everyone regardless of age, gender, race or disability?

• We are a Living Wage Employer
• We are a Disability Confident Employer
• We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant
• We have signed the Menopause Workplace Pledge

The Institute of Employability Professionals (IEP)

IEP is the only professional membership institute for the employability profession. It represents its members to key influencers and sets the standards for the profession.

IEP members have a commitment to their profession. They are leading experts in their field.

IEP has members all over the UK and overseas working for leading private, public, and third-sector employers.

Marketing and Communications Assistant Role

PURPOSE OF YOUR JOB

• The Marketing and Communications Assistant will be part of a small team of staff supporting the IEP Executive Team in delivering the key elements of the Institute’s Vision and Strategic Plan.
• As a Marketing and Communications Assistant, you will be responsible for helping to plan, implement, and manage our marketing activities. This includes creating and executing campaigns, analysing market trends, developing content, and building relationships with customers. You will also be responsible for tracking and reporting on our marketing efforts.
• The post holder will work under the guidance of the Marketing and Communications Partner supporting the delivery of all internal and external marketing and communications initiatives for the IEP and IEP Learning Academy.
• This is an exciting opportunity for an individual to join a growing, dynamic organisation which offers excellent career prospects. We are looking for an individual with drive, commitment, and a willingness to learn.

Responsible To- Group Chief Executive Officer and Marketing and Communications Partner

Internal Contacts - Executive Team

External Contacts - Stakeholders, Corporate Members, Strategic Partners, Government Departments, IEP Members and Fellows

Tasks

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES / KEY RESULT AREAS

• Support with the delivery of all internal communications and people initiatives to further embed the IEP’s culture and values.
• Ensure articulation of the IEP’s desired image and position is consistent, both externally and internally.
• Assist with the preparation of all on and offline publications to ensure a consistent brand identity and tone of voice.
• Support the public relations function to respond to media requests where appropriate.
• Be an ambassador for all marketing and communications practices and procedures.
• Create draft content for websites, social media accounts, promotional materials, etc.
• Support the management of and update the content on the IEP website.
• Support the management of and publish approved content onto IEP social media platforms.
• Support the digital media function in relation to delivering key projects.
• Support with the delivery of designated marketing and communications projects as directed.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure successful execution of plans
• Ensure the IEP’s brand, vision and values are at the heart of all activities.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of developments in marketing, communications and public relations to support IEP’s approach to innovation.
• Manage health and safety issues in your area of responsibility in line with the relevant section(s) of the relevant Health and Safety Policy.
• Comply with IEP confidentiality, GDPR and information security policies at all times.
• Ensure the CRM and other databases are up to date.
• Your duties may vary from time to time within the broad remit of your role and grade.
• You are required to undertake any such reasonable and appropriate duties.

Person

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• A passion for marketing and communications alongside a desire to learn and grow within the role.
• Knowledge of current trends in digital marketing and social media.
• Experience of email campaigns, social media and other digital marketing campaigns.
• An understanding of the employability sector with knowledge of the key stakeholders.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing and managing effective systems and procedures within a fast paced and demanding environment.
• Demonstrable expertise in planning, prioritising, and managing workload.
• An ability to work independently, under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Highly organised with a good eye for detail.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills with ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Good level of project management skills with demonstrable expertise in planning, prioritising, and managing workload.
• Excellent oral communication and technical writing skills (MS Office proficient, specifically PowerPoint, Word, and Excel) and WordPress.

Skills and Abilities

• Self-aware and self-directed.
• Systematic, analytical, and methodical.
• Sound decision making and judgement.
• Commitment to ongoing learning.
• High standard of oral and written communication skills.
• Acts with integrity, trustworthiness and courage.
• Efficient, proactive and results driven.
• Open and willing to give and receive constructive feedback.
• Ambitious, energetic and motivated.
• A creative thinker with a high level of problem-solving skills.
• Strong organisation skills.
• Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and WordPress software.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Knowledge of marketing tools and techniques.

Our Offer

• Hours – this is offered as a full-time role. (37.5 Hours per week Monday to Friday)
• Salary - £25,000 pa full-time rate
• Holiday – Year 1 - 20 days per year, from Year 2 - 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays
• Location – Working from home but requirement to occasionally travel to meetings where required across the UK. Some additional IEP meetings subject to discussion and agreement. All travel for IEP business will be paid for according to our expenses policy
• Pension – Enrolment in an approved pension scheme according to Auto Enrolment requirements
• Wellbeing Support
• Death in Service Insurance.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From £25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Flexitime
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Flexitime
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Remote

Application deadline: 03/09/2023