MARKETING ASSISTANT (Full Time) Carson McDowell is Northern Ireland's leading commercial law firm, the law firm of choice for many of Northern Ireland's Top 100 companies and international companies doing business here. Our rich mixture of people, culture, heritage and reputation makes us who we are. We are currently seeking a Marketing Assistant to join our Marketing and Business Development team in Belfast. The Marketing Assistant will work closely with the Director of Marketing & Business Development and key stakeholders within the firm to deliver initiatives and assist in driving the firm towards meeting its marketing objectives. The role will involve a variety of marketing and business development activities, including but not limited to: Responsibilities: Supporting the Director of Marketing & Business Development in the delivery of marketing and business development plans in line with business objectives. Supporting the firm, departments & practice areas, and individual lawyers in the planning, promotion and execution ofhigh-qualityclient hospitality, seminars and events. Prepare effective event and campaign plans,to includecostings,promotions, speaking notes, running orders etc. ensuring seamless execution. Assisting with the collation and drafting of marketing literature, press releases and presentations. Managing and updating the firms digital communication channels, including website and social media channels and the internal intranet platform, in addition producing the firms monthly LinkedIn newsletter. Supporting the co-ordination of legal directories, The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK, and client proposals. Supporting and delivering marketing campaigns (both online and offline). Assisting with the bids and tenders process, including collating research, assisting with formatting and proofing of final documents. Preparing marketing reports, using analytics tools, to measure success of key initiatives. Building and maintaining relationships with external agencies(printers, designers, merchandise providers) Managing and contributing to wider marketing projects as required. Providing additional support for ad-hoc admin tasks e.g. research projects, photography, as required. Education: Hold a degree in Marketing, Business, Communications or a related field. Skills and Competencies Required: Essential Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills Highly motivated, proactive, and eager to learn Ability to work on own initiative and as a member of a team Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines. IT literate, including experience of marketing support software such as Adobe, Canva and Google Analytics. Experience using social platforms, including LinkedIn and Instagram Desirable Knowledge of the local legal market is desirable but not required 1 years previous marketing experience. The role is open to graduates. To apply: Click the apply button below Closing Date: Friday 8th May