marketing coordinator Gloucester, England
Job description
Job Advert
Marketing Assistant
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Gloucester, Hybrid working for 2 days per week at home
Salary: c.£25,000 dependant on experience
Closing date: 31st August 2023
Join the British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) and help promote excellence in the veterinary profession
Working for a national Association, this is a fantastic opportunity to join our in-house Marketing team based near Gloucester with hybrid working.
This role will support the development of BSAVA’s Public Relations, Communications and Marketing activities. You will provide insight into the strategic development of the PR and Communications strategy which bring the BSAVA brand, reputation, profile, products and services to life. You will be responsible for the day-to-day oversight of BSAVA’s Social Media communication channels helping to review and improve current approaches and driving improvements to member experience and product sales. You will also be responsible for building and nurturing relationships with media outlets and journalists and developing and protecting BSAVA’s profile through the media.
Skills and experience:
We are looking for a self-motivated individual with a track record of delivering impactful marketing campaigns, who can demonstrate excellent understanding of Marketing and Communications. Our members are at the heart of our organisation, and we’re looking for someone who is committed to a member-led approach, who can develop effective engagement strategies and deliver real impact for the association and our members.
The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator, with a good eye for detail and strong visual literacy. They will have significant previous experience of working in a Marketing or Communications role, ideally within a veterinary or a membership setting, and will be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of effective engagement principles. Our annual Congress is a major event in our calendar, and applications from individuals with a background in events marketing would be particularly welcome.
The person:
The ideal candidate will have previous experience of working in a busy office environment and demonstrate excellent communication skills. Other essential skills include:
Experience of planning and delivering effective Marketing and Communications campaigns- Ability to work proactively, using own initiative to accomplish a variety of tasks.
- Experience in website development
- Experience in using Photoshop and/or other visual design software
- Up-to-date knowledge of marketing and communications tools, and commitment to staying abreast of trends
- A genuine commitment to engagement practices and being part of a member-led organisation.
Exceptional organisational and time management skills and the ability to work effectively within a team are also essential.
About the BSAVA:
The BSAVA is a professional membership association which exists to advance care for companion animals. With a membership of more than 10,000 veterinary surgeons, vet nurses and students, we work in the UK and internationally to promote excellence in small animal practice through education and science, by facilitating training, conducting research, and developing policy. Each year we deliver numerous education courses, host a large small-animal Congress, and publish books, manuals, apps, and magazines.
We also offer:
Holiday starting at 25 days (plus bank holidays) rising by 1 day each year up to 28 days.- Generous employer pension contributions starting at 7% and increasing up to 10% with length of service
- Support for hybrid working for our employees, meaning you can work at home for two days a week and we also have a comprehensive Flexible Working Policy.
- Life assurance of 4 x annual salary.
- Health and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7 365 days and a network of mental health first aiders. Plus, Company sick pay, access to private medical insurance upon completion of 12 months’ service, occupational health service and annual flu vaccinations.
- Training and development
- Free onsite parking, and for those who wish to cycle, we offer a cycle to work scheme which provides a discounted purchase of a bicycle and accessories for healthy, low carbon travel.
- Last but by no means least, we have regular social activities and events for those who wish to join!
How to apply:
In order to be considered for this role, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing how you meet the requirements in the role description which is on the BSAVA vacancy page. We will review applications and hold interviews at any time prior to the closing date, which may mean that we fill this vacancy early if we find a suitable candidate.
