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Marketing Assistant - 12-month FTC

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Customer Relations
    Marketing
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You should have a strong interest in marketing and social media, be detail-oriented, a confident communicator, proactive, and able to manage tasks in a fast-paced team environment.
  • You will manage social media, create briefs for graphic design, engage communities, assist in PR and reporting, and conduct competitor research while supporting brand activities.

Requirements

  • A strong interest in marketing, social media, PR and brand communications.
  • Familiarity with key social platforms (Instagram, Facebook/X, Pinterest, TikTok preferred).
  • Basic understanding of social content formats, particularly reels or short-form video (desirable but not essential).
  • Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
  • Confident written communication skills.
  • A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Comfortable working collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

  • Social Media - You will spend the majority of your time supporting the day-to-day running of our social media channels with guidance and mentorship from the Marketing Manager and Social Media Executive.
  • Creating detailed briefs for the Graphic Design team to deliver exceptional daily content with cohesive messaging across all platforms.
  • Supporting weekly social media scheduling and performance reporting.
  • Assisting with the day-to-day management of all platforms.
  • Cultivating authentic communities through strategic engagement and proactive community management.
  • Creating short-form reel content, including store content and EGC.
  • Managing gifting orders, including tracking gifting spend & completing orders.
  • Generate your own ideas and creative input to attract a wider audience.
  • PR & Brand Support - Alongside social media, you will continue to support wider PR and brand activity across the business.
  • Assisting with PR reporting.
  • Keeping key press platforms up to date with coverage and assets.
  • Supporting ad-hoc award submissions.
  • Conducting competitor research and insight gathering.
  • Preparing weekly internal summaries to ensure cross-function communication.
  • Coordinating store charity requests.

FAQs

What is the duration of the contract for the Marketing Assistant position?

The Marketing Assistant position is a 12-month fixed term contract.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Marketing Assistant?

The Marketing Assistant will primarily support the Social Media function, including daily management of social media channels, content creation, community engagement, and assisting with PR and brand activities.

Which social media platforms will the Marketing Assistant be expected to work with?

The Marketing Assistant will work with key social platforms including Instagram, Facebook/X, Pinterest, and TikTok.

Is previous experience in social media management required for this role?

No, while familiarity with social content formats is desirable, it is not essential. The role is suitable for individuals who are proactive and willing to learn.

What skills are important for a candidate applying to this position?

Important skills include a strong interest in marketing and social media, excellent organizational abilities, confident written communication, and the capacity to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

What does the company offer in terms of employee benefits?

The company offers a range of benefits including hybrid working options, 25 days of annual leave, additional leave for years of service, a birthday off, an enhanced pension scheme, and employee discounts among others.

How does the company view its role in the community and sustainability?

The company embraces a B Corp commitment and strives for a sustainable future, focusing on responsible practices towards the planet and supporting the well-being of their teams and customers.

Are there any learning and development opportunities available?

Yes, the role offers an "It’s up to you" learning environment with ongoing training and development opportunities.

Can employees bring their pets to the office?

Yes, the offices are dog-friendly for friendly pooches.

What type of work culture does JoJo promote?

JoJo promotes a warm, community-centric environment that values diversity, inclusion, collaboration, and respect in every interaction.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
201-500
Employees
1993
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We are a multi-channel retailer of maternity wear, babywear and nursery products; with 88 stores in the UK and ROI. We have a thriving e-commerce presence, and a growing international trade department. From humble beginnings we now employ over 950 people in the UK. The key to our success is down to our passion for people and our commitment to running an ethical and sustainable company. Couple this with our fantastic designs, innovative products, attention to detail and never-ending pursuit of high standards means we have built a company that makes us proud. We may have grown into a major retailer; however, we haven’t forgotten our roots for providing quality and value for money. We have a non-hierarchical outlook, which means all managers must spend time helping their teams when all hands are needed on deck. Our success is very much a team effort.