Job Description
We’re a small, welcoming team working on a diverse range of events from virtual healthcare meetings to Christmas parties and every other kind of event in between. We have a strong base in green technology and education as well as the healthcare and FMCG sectors.
Sustainability and social responsibility are both important to us – we’re proud to be members of isla and are in the final stages of a B-Corp assessment. Our charity partner is Caring in Bristol, we support them by sponsoring a bedroom in their youth shelter and through volunteering.
This is a new part-time role at Bright and as such, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the role and your responsibilities. We are looking for an experienced marketing manager to amplify our work across all of our social and digital media platforms and to support new business development. In combination with these marketing responsibilities, to lead on special projects such as; our on-going B-Corp assessment, reporting on our environmental and social impact and leading on our charity partnerships.
Required skills
The job will involve …
➔ managing company social media channels including LinkedIn and Instagram
➔ creating and sharing engaging written, graphic, and video content
➔ creating sales materials such as case studies, brochures and credentials presentations
➔ supporting the team when pitching
➔ analysing and reporting on the success of activity on social and digital media platforms
➔ proposing new ideas and concepts for social media content
➔ creating and distributing e-newsletters
➔ writing thought leadership pieces for LinkedIn, industry publications and e-newsletters
➔ managing reporting on our commitment to sustainability and ethical management
➔ building our network both locally and within the industry
➔ identifying opportunities for collaboration and new business
➔ supporting and developing junior members of the team and new starters
Here’s a list of some of the tangible skills and experience we’d expect from an applicant …
- understanding of equality; diversity & inclusion
- an advocate of sustainable practices
- passion for marketing and social media
- understanding of the corporate event sector
- confident copy writing
- some graphic design skills would be advantageous
- a minimum of 2 – 3 years of experience in a similar role
- dependable project management skills, with an eye for process and detail
- a confident communicator, with excellent writing and presentation skills
- a creative thinker – by that we mean someone who asks the right questions and interrogates the answers
- experience in sustainable practices including; sourcing eco-friendly vendors and waste reduction
- experience of measuring and reporting on the environmental and social impact of event activity
- understanding of our B-Corp values
- tech-savviness: familiarity with tools and technologies used to manage digital marketing activity
Here’s a list of some of the personal traits we’ll be looking out for …
➔ You’ll be confident and comfortable talking to clients, suppliers and partners and be able to build strong relationships;
➔ You’ll relish the opportunity to develop your own skills and experience, as well as grow your network;
➔ You’ll have a hands-on approach to marketing, with a positive can-do attitude;
➔ You’ll understand our ethos whilst bringing your own creativity and personality to the team;
➔ You’ll be comfortable working in a small team;
➔ You’ll be aware of emerging marketing trends;
➔ You’ll take a keen interest in the event industry and follow trends in sustainability
Benefits
Here’s a list of some of the benefits of working at Bright …
- light, airy, riverside office at Paintworks
- a competitive salary
- contributory pension scheme
- 29 days holiday inc bank holidays [pro rata]
- birthday day off [and presents!]
- bonuses at Christmas
- 2 volunteering days per annum [for a charity of your choice]
- generous time in lieu policy
- generous training and development opportunities
- office socials
- cycle to work scheme
- a tab at our local coffee shop
- you can even bring your dog to work
You’ll initially be office based and will be expected to work 2 days per week but will have the opportunity to be hybrid and arrange your own hours, once you’ve settled in. We understand and support the benefit of working from home but equally value face to face time in the office.
If this is you, please send us your CV and tell us what you’ll bring to the team.
Applications to be received by Friday 20 December 2024, CVs will not be accepted without a covering letter.
First step will be a short online interview, if shortlisted you’ll be invited to make an in-office presentation and meet the team.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.
No agencies please.