Closed
CLOSING DATE:
02/09/2018
Graduate Marketing Associate
Undergraduate Degree, Postgraduate Degree
- Closing Date:
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02/09/2018
- Skill:
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Marketing market research and PR
- Region:
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Moray
- Salary
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£20,000
- Length:
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12 months
- Ref code
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WKBIBEKEDJ
Placement summary
Based in Forres, AES Solar is a leading manufacturer of solar thermal and solar PV (photovoltaic).
Job description
Project Description
As a rapidly growing business they now have an exciting opportunity for a 12-month graduate placement to strengthen online digital presence and brand awareness, by helping to develop a new website and creating a social media strategy.
Placement Objectives
As above.
Role Description
The successful candidate will help to develop the new website and content, as well as creating a social media strategy to strengthen online presence.
Specific tasks of the placement will include:
- Work with a marketing agency to design an industry leading website.
- Practical experience of SEO optimisation and it’s benefits.
- Create a programme of photography both internally and via customers, using Photoshop or equivalent.
- Generate and co-ordinate and website content, including case studies and blogs.
- Build a targeted digital presence, by introducing KPIs and the use of Google analytics or equivalent.
- Strengthen website performance to build engagement
- Develop a robust social media plan (consider the implementation of Hootsuite or equivalent).
- Build brand awareness through digital and PR marketing.
- Develop a database marketing approach.
- Co-ordinate AES attendance at events and exhibitions, developing a 12-month event calendar.
During the interview process candidates will be expected to demonstrate their practical application of digital design tools, including Photoshop or equivalent.
For informal enquiries regarding this position please contact Jamie Di Sotto on 01309 676 911.
This position is part funded by Highlands and Islands Enterprise and the European Regional Development Fund.
Qualifications
Minimum Degree, preferably related to Marketing. Other subjects accepted provided the candidate has the required skills.
Skills / Experience
Essential Skills
Essential:
- Good knowledge of marketing and its principles.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, enjoys interacting with people.
- Excellent oral and written skills.
- Excellent IT skills.
- Understanding of social media platforms and graphic design skills i.e. photoshop.
- Creative mind, with attention to detail.
- Ability to work on own initiative and part of the wider team.
- Able to plan and meet deadlines.
- Flexible and able to multitask.
- Pro-active, with a can-do attitude.
- Commitment to complete the 12-month project.
Desirable Skills
Desirable:
- Willingness to develop photography/drone skills
- Driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally
- Event management skills
Benefits
Company benefits
This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a well-established but fast-growing business. The successful candidate will enhance their skills and experience by collaborating with a leading marketing agency, and will also receive training appropriate to the placement.
Placement benefits
As above.
Additional information
Forres
17/09/2018
Company information
Established 1979, AES Solar was the first manufacturer of solar thermal collectors in Western Europe, and a founder of the UK solar market.
Energy Low Carbon Renewables
Company website: www.aessolar.co.uk