Marketing and Admin Assistant 50 Plus JobStart Flexible working hours

We are seeking an Marketing and Admin Assistant to join our team at our North Belfast Office.This person will report directly to management of the business and will be responsible for working with our 3rd party agency to refine and deliver our marketing strategy and plan for the next 6 months. They will work with the sales and marketing assistant to support them in developing sales leads, seeking new opportunities for the business and help keep records of all sales opportunities. This person will also be responsible for contributing to the managing of our social and digital media channels as well as being responsible for creating and collecting marketing content. A key part of this role will be to work with the business manager to support a range of administrative duties as well as supporting the marketing of the business.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with our external marketing agency to improve and implement our marketing strategy for the next 6 months.
• Ensure the marketing plan aligns with our business goals.
• Assist the sales and marketing assistant in developing new sales leads.
• Help identify new business opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records of all sales opportunities.
• Contribute to managing our social and digital media channels (like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.).
• Post updates, respond to messages, and monitor engagement.
• Help create marketing materials such as blog posts, social media updates, and promotional materials.
• Collect and organise content to support marketing efforts.
• Work with the business manager to handle various administrative tasks.
• Assist in organising and managing documents and schedules.
• Provide general support to the marketing team and other staff as needed.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Comfortable speaking with team members, clients, and external partners.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Detail-oriented and capable of maintaining accurate records.
• Basic understanding of marketing principles and strategies.
• Familiarity with digital marketing tools and social media platforms.
• Proficiency in using basic computer software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Workspace).
• Experience with marketing software or tools (e.g., Canva, Hootsuite) is a plus.

Desirable Skills

• Ability to generate innovative ideas for marketing content and campaigns.
• Skilled in creating engaging and visually appealing materials.
• Ability to analyse data and metrics to evaluate marketing performance.
• Problem-solving skills to address challenges and find effective solutions.
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
• Strong networking abilities for engaging with clients and industry professionals.
• Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to changing situations.
• Open to feedback and continuous improvement.
• Efficient in managing time and meeting deadlines.
• Prioritising tasks effectively to ensure timely completion.
• Understanding of customer needs and preferences.
• Ability to tailor marketing efforts to engage and attract the target audience.

Further Information

The employer is WEE CHICKS FITNESS CIC. Although this is a part-time temporary opportunity, hours may be extended and it could lead to a permanent position. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO 50-64 YEAR OLDS. If you are on UC contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of JSA, IS or ESA phone a Work Coach on 0300 200 7807. If you are 50-64 years old, do not have a work coach, unemployed, and not in receipt of benefits phone 028 90726788.