We have an exciting new permanent opportunity for a pro-active Marketing and Business Development Executive to support our team with marketing campaigns, events, communications, and client relationship management. Based in our Newbury Office, you will be joining our Marketing & Client Experience Team and we’re looking for someone who wants to take the next step in their marketing and business development career. This is a hands-on role and if you have drive and initiative we’re interested in hearing from you! The Role The role is broad and varied and will include: Marketing campaigns and communications Writing and editing compelling marketing content which increases visibility of our services to our target audiences Coordinating PR activities with support from external agencies, including press releases and advertorials Creating visual and video content and regularly refreshing marketing collateral to keep it engaging, on-brand and relevant Event Management Organisation and delivery of professional and engaging in-person and virtual events to support marketing campaigns - from logistics and invitations to promotion and follow-up Business Development Developing a detailed knowledge and understanding of Gardner Leader and its services and utilising this knowledge to create compelling proposals and pitch documents Conducting research into target clients, industries, and competitors and supporting the Business Development plans for our legal teams and individual fee earners CRM and Data Use Manage campaign execution via email marketing systems (e.g. Mailchimp, Tikit eMarketing). Collaborating with the Marketing Manager and fee earners to ensure the client database is up to date and accurate client data is maintained for reporting and insights Other Activities Providing day to day operational support to the Marketing Manager and completing adhoc administrative tasks such as dealing with invoices, coordinating branded merchandise and contributing to internal reports. About you A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Marketing or Business Development role preferably in a professional services firm (Marketing qualifications preferred) Strong project management skills – you should be organised, deadline-driven and comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously Pro-active self-starter with the confidence to take initiative and bring ideas forward Proven track record in coordinating successful marketing campaigns and events Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and proven copywriting skills Commercially aware and client-focused mindset Strong understanding of CRM and email marketing platforms Confidence in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, After Effects) and Canva Familiarity with WordPress content management system We offer Salary: Competitive Office: Newbury Hours of work: 9.00am - 5.30pm Other Benefits: Flexible Leave (Holiday) Policy, pension, life assurance, medical health cash plan & discount portal with Virtual GP & wellbeing tools & advice. About Gardner Leader Gardner Leader is a forward thinking, innovative and friendly law firm which has grown substantially in recent years and has offices throughout the Thames Valley. Recently awarded “2024 Law Firm of the Year” by LawNet, we provide quality legal services to individuals and businesses through our Business, Real Estate, Litigation, Family, Wills Probate & Estate Planning, and Conveyancing teams. We are an equal opportunities employer and believe that diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. If this exciting opportunity sounds like the role for you and you have the skills and experience to join our team, please apply and we’ll get back to you as quickly as possible. Privacy Notice for Job Applicants.pdf