Department: Marketing
Location: Ipswich
Description
Are you a creative, organised and proactive individual looking to kick-start a career in marketing?
We're looking for a Marketing & Events Assistant to join our team based in Ipswich. You'll work within Scrutton Bland, one of our leading regional businesses, while being employed by Sumer, the UK's fastest growing accountancy firm. You'll work in a close-knit, collaborative local team whilst having the opportunity to connect, learn and grow within a wider marketing community.
This is an exciting opportunity to build your marketing career in a dynamic, professional services environment with real scope to develop.
The Role
You'll play a key role in supporting marketing, communications and events activity across Scrutton Bland. From content creation to event coordination, you'll be at the heart of our marketing efforts.
Content & Communications
Write engaging social media content and supporting daily posting activity
Creating internal and external communications via DotDigital and Interact
Assisting with monthly newsletter creation
Producing video content on a monthly basis
Updating and maintaining website content (WordPress)
Events & Campaigns
Coordinating firm-wide events and webinars alongside the team
Supporting and, over time, leading smaller events such as business forums, with the opportunity to take full ownership
Liaising with third-party suppliers (photographers, merchandise providers, etc.)
Support wellbeing initiatives from a communications perspective
Reporting & Insights
Monitoring and reporting on marketing and social media campaign performance
Producing monthly and quarterly performance packs
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Prior marketing experience is desirable, but not essential
You will have strong written communication skills
Confident using social media platforms in a professional setting
Organised and enjoy juggling multiple projects
Proactive and happy to take ownership of tasks
Confident working independently and as part of a team
Be enthusiastic, creative, and have a willingness to grow
Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate must hold a valid driving licence and be able to travel independently to events and meetings.
Job Benefits
25 days holiday, with the option to purchase an additional 5 days
Additional day off for birthday
Health Cash Plan – allowance to claim back on services and treatment each year
Private medical insurance
Cycle to work scheme
Life Assurance cover
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Sumer Group, we're committed to building an inclusive culture where diversity in all its forms is celebrated. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or any other characteristic that makes them unique. Our commitment to inclusion extends beyond recruitment to how we develop and empower our people throughout their careers with us.