Marketing Assistant

Marketing AssistantLocation: Worcester (Head Office) Hours: 37.5 hours per week Hybrid Working: Full-time office-based during induction, then 60% office-based Join BallardsAt Ballards, we’re more than accountants, we’re trusted advisers helping ambitious businesses, charities and private clients grow. With over 150 colleagues across the Midlands, we’re proud to be one of the region’s fastest-growing independent firms. We’re looking for a creative and enthusiastic Marketing Assistant to join our growing Marketing team. The Role of Marketing Assistant This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build their marketing career in a varied, hands-on role. Working closely with our Marketing & Communications Manager, you’ll support a wide range of marketing activities including social media, digital marketing, events, content creation and business development campaigns. No two days are the same, making this the perfect opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, has plenty of ideas and wants to develop within a supportive and ambitious team. What You’ll Be Doing as Marketing Assistant • Creating engaging social media content and marketing materials • Supporting digital marketing, email campaigns and website updates • Assisting with the planning and delivery of events and sponsorship activities • Supporting business development campaigns across the firm • Coordinating marketing requests from colleagues • Maintaining marketing systems, campaign records and reporting • Providing day-to-day administrative and project support to the marketing team About You as Marketing Assistant We’re looking for someone who has: • Around one year’s marketing experience (or transferable experience with a genuine passion for marketing) • Excellent communication and organisational skills • A creative mindset with great attention to detail • Confidence using digital platforms and online tools • A proactive, collaborative approach and willingness to learn Experience with Canva, Adobe Express, CRM systems, email marketing platforms, social media scheduling tools or website CMS platforms would be advantageous but isn’t essential. Why Ballards? • A supportive, collaborative team where your ideas are valued • Excellent training and career development opportunities • A varied role with exposure to all areas of marketing • Hybrid working after induction • Competitive salary and benefits package If you’re looking for a role where you can develop your marketing career, gain hands-on experience and make a real impact within a growing business, we’d love to hear from you.