BSW Timber are part of the UK’s largest forestry and timber business, BSW Group, and a member of Binderholz – Europe’s leading timber processing operation.
At BSW Group we manage tree nurseries, cultivate forests, process logs, and produce a range of sustainable timber products and biofuels for an array of markets. With an annual turnover of approximately £950m, and 5,000 employees, BSW Group is a rapidly developing multi-site business.
A group of businesses with experts spanning every stage of the process, we’re committed to being the UK’s most innovative, technologically advanced, and sustainable timber business.
Marketing Assistant
- Based Cargo, Carlisle – CA6 4BA.
- Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm
We have an excellent opportunity for you to develop your career in marketing as a Marketing Assistant, supporting our central marketing department.
Based at our Carlisle site you will be a key member of our marketing team, assisting with the delivery of our marketing strategy through creation, assistance and development of marketing materials and content.
Specifically, some responsibilities of a Marketing Assistant are to:
- Support the development of the profile of the BSW Timber brand and products.
- Assist with the creation of literature and other marketing collateral, online and offline.
- Organise and attend events such as trade shows, trade days, customer training and product photo shoots.
- Maintain the group’s range of brand websites, developing and updating digital content.
- Manage, develop, and grow our range of brand social media channels.
- Copywrite and proofread marketing and PR materials.
- Support internal and external communications campaigns.
- Assist with departmental administrative support.
About you:
We are looking for an enthusiastic, creative and motivated individual who can think outside the box. With experience in marketing or with the relevant transferable skills, you’ll have:
- Excellent computer skills across all Microsoft programmes.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Previous experience managing or maintaining social media accounts.
- A creative approach and a high level of attention to detail.
A formal qualification in marketing, PR, journalism or relevant real-world experience and a competency using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop & InDesign) would be advantageous.
In return, you can look forward to gaining valuable experience with the industry’s leading employer. As well as a competitive salary, this position includes other benefits such as:
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Free confidential 24/7 external wellbeing and mental health support.
- Company provided Life Assurance policy.
- Funded learning and career development opportunities.
- Discounted rate on a range of BSW products.
- Employee benefits portal with access to exclusive deals and discounts on 100s of high street brands, utilities, eating out and more!
Interested? Click APPLY to be directed to our careers portal.
Closing date for applications: Monday 28th August 2023
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