Marketing Officer: Basildon
Join Our Exciting Journey! Never has it been a more exciting time to join the Marketing and Communications department as we undergo a significant transformation and shape the future of South Essex Colleges Group, advancing our ambitious growth plans and marketing strategy. As a leading provider of further and higher education in Essex, we are dedicated to transforming lives through learning. With 3 colleges strategically located in Southend-on-Sea, Basildon, and Thurrock, we offer a dynamic and inclusive environment where students pursue their academic and career aspirations each year. The College Group encompasses a diverse range of courses, from vocational training and apprenticeships to A-levels and higher education degree programmes in partnership with top universities.
Responsibilities
* Create and manage digital and traditional marketing campaigns.
* Produce engaging content to showcase our courses and activities across social media and the college website.
* Execute impactful email marketing initiatives.
* Work closely with the events and admissions teams to engage enquirers through to enrolment, including open and taster days.
* Ensure brand consistency across all marketing materials.
* Support occasional evening and weekend work for events.
Qualifications
* Graduate in a relevant field with proven experience in a marketing role, preferably within the education sector.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong organisational and project management abilities.
* Creative and innovative mindset.
* Natural communicator with strong relationship‑building skills.
Benefits
30 days holiday plus bank holidays and college closure days.
Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme, Continued Professional Development.
Free breakfast at most campuses (term time); free parking subject to obtaining a parking permit;
Subsidised eye tests, flu injection contribution, cycle‑to‑work schemes, RAC discounts and more.
Only applications made via our college e‑recruit website will be considered.
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