Overview
It’s a great time to join Screwfix. Thanks to the hard work of our team and record-breaking sales, we’re proud to be one of the fastest-growing retailers in the UK. And we want to pass that growth onto you.
Are you passionate about retail, creativity, and making things happen on the ground? We are looking for a Local Marketing Assistant to join our dynamic Local Marketing team. In this fast-paced role, you will support the planning and delivery of impactful in-store campaigns, new store openings, and our wider store support programme, helping to bring our brand to life in local communities.
Working closely with internal teams and creative partners, you will play a key part in building campaign content, briefing artwork, managing data, and tracking performance. If you are highly organised, proactive, and ready to grow your marketing skills in a hands-on environment, this is a great opportunity to be part of a team that delivers real impact where it counts, on the shop floor.
At Screwfix, we believe happy, fulfilled colleagues create a stronger business. That’s why we’ve built a workplace that works for you - combining flexibility, inclusivity, and sustainability with opportunities to thrive.
This role is a fixed term contract.
This role will involve travel to our stores across the UK to support local marketing activities. You should be comfortable with regular travel and occasional overnight stays, depending on business needs. All travel and accommodation expenses will be covered in line with company policy.
Work-Life Balance:
Enjoy the best of both worlds: Our hybrid working offering includes face-to-face collaboration at our welcoming Head Office and flexible hours to fit life’s priorities, whether it’s the school run or personal time.
Belonging & Growth:
From day one, you’ll feel part of a team that values your voice and supports your growth. We’re proud to champion diversity because we know unique perspectives make us stronger. Whether starting out or looking for your next step, you’ll thrive here
Sustainability That Matters:
We’re committed to creating a better future, taking bold steps to reduce carbon emissions, use sustainable packaging, and innovate for a greener world. Sustainability drives everything we do, and we’re proud to make a real impact for our planet and future generations.
Join Screwfix and discover a workplace where you can belong, grow, and help build a more sustainable future.
Responsibilities
1. Support the planning and execution of new store opening programme and our store support programme
2. Maintain the data required to deliver each campaign and event. Collaborate and liaise with the other teams to ensure this data is kept up to date
3. Deliver effective briefs to the artwork teams to allow the production of the right content and pricing, ensuring local activity is customised
4. Take shared responsibility to ensure the artwork is affectively proofed before going to print.
5. Support the delivery of marketing plans to support our new store opening programme, including the collaborating with creative and local media
6. Measure the success of the activity and monitor if any action is required by working with other teams to ensure regular reporting of store support programme programme, impact of local marketing activity
7. Contribute to the wider store team ensuring all colleagues are multiskilled and can adapt to marketing demand
Qualifications
8. An understanding of the retail environment and retail operations
9. Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise multiple demands
10. Strong stakeholder management with the function and beyond, particularly retail
11. A good understanding of the local media environment
12. Able to identify what needs to be done and doesn’t wait for instruction to make the right thing happen
13. Able to engage effectively with peers
14. A strong communicator – able to clearly articulate priorities and elevate identified efficiencies
15. Not essential, previous experience in retail, marketing or commercial roles would be beneficial
16. UK driving license required
At Screwfix, Your Wellbeing Comes First:
We’re dedicated to helping you thrive at work and at home. With a fantastic range of benefits and opportunities for self-development. We put your wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.
Your Wellbeing, Our Priority.
Health Support: Employee assistant programme, access to wellness resources such as PepTalk, discounted cash health plans and gym memberships.
Financial Wellbeing:Flexible pay, savings, and financial coaching through Wagestream, up to 14% employer pension contributions and life cover of up to 4 x salary.
Everyday Perks: 20% staff discount at Screwfix and B&Q, discounts at hundreds of retailers via Hapi app and Cycle to Work scheme.
Opportunities to Grow: We believe in self-development and creating space for you to thrive. With access to training, career growth, and support networks, we’ll help you build a brighter future.
We believe in equity for all.