Marketing Assistant

We are looking for a creative and organised Marketing Assistant to our Business Development Manager within Richard Jackson Limited. This role is essential in translating our complex engineering projects into compelling visual and written content. You will support the growth of our brand by managing our social media presence, maintaining website content, and designing creative documents for marketing purposes. The ideal candidate has a keen eye for design, and the ability to work collaboratively with technical teams to showcase our expertise. Main Duties & Responsibilities The role will be supporting the Business Development Manager with the timely and high-quality delivery of: Graphic Design for Internal and External Content Design and format high-impact marketing documents, project and capability sheets, company brochures and presentations Supporting the updating of marketing material for marketing and bid use Ensure all outward-facing materials adhere to the company’s brand guidelines. Design and delivery of exhibition materials. Website Management Liaise with external website agency for amendments and improvements and creation of content for general pages Update the company’s website with new project portfolio entries and news articles via WordPress Monitor website analytics and suggest improvements for SEO and user experience Coordinate with project leads to collect project images and information. Social Media and Content Production Contributing to our Social Media platforms to promote our presence on LinkedIn, Instagram, and other relevant platforms Develop a consistent content calendar featuring project milestones, company culture, and industry insights Write engaging captions and posts tailored to a professional B2B audience. Person Specification Essential Knowledge / Experience / Qualifications: · Proven experience in a marketing role within professional services, construction, consultancy or engineering · ACIM/ MCIM qualifications – Ideally working towards · Relevant Marketing/Media or business-related qualifications · Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel · Advanced experience using Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly InDesign and/or Illustrator Experienced with website editing or content management systems (e.g. WordPress) Good copywriting and proofreading skills with the ability to simplify technical jargon for a broader audience. Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines Collaborative and able to work with technical teams Understanding of the importance of quality output and attention to detail. The successful candidate will demonstrate: A genuine interest in the B2B industry Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt style to suit different audiences. Accurate proofreading and attention to detail Creativity and the ability to generate new ideas for marketing and engagement activities Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships Ability to work independently and as part of a team Good time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and work on multiple projects at once A calm, flexible and solutions-focused mindset, especially when under pressure A positive, proactive ‘can do’ attitude and willingness to learn A commitment to continuous personal and professional development. Please be aware that the Company is not a sponsoring employer under the UK’s immigration system. Therefore, the successful job applicant must already possess the right to work in the UK or be able to secure the right to work in the UK independently. Richard Jackson Ltd is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our commitment to equal opportunity extends throughout all aspects of the employment process, including recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, transfer, compensation, training, and termination. We actively strive to create an environment where all employees and applicants are treated with respect, dignity, and fairness. We believe that embracing diversity and inclusion not only enhances our work culture but also drives innovation and better business outcomes. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, valuing the unique perspectives each candidate brings to our team. Part time candidate will be considered - minimum 22.5 hours