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Member Communications Assistant

British Wool

Member Communications Assistant

£25000

British Wool, Bradford

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 16 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: ebcf5922140f431a9728b5d29d6da11b

Full Job Description

  • Scheduling, planning, and circulating communications to members across the UK using platforms such as Mailchimp and Essendex.

  • Press Office - liaise on the development of any articles & press releases and issuing these to the database of press contacts. Monitor the shared inbox and deal with any enquires quickly and efficiently.

  • Develop content for the British Wool Farm social media platforms, monitor and schedule content.

  • Liaise with design agencies on artwork for marketing collateral.

  • Liaise with suppliers on the production of show and marketing material.

  • Be responsible for the storing any annual stocktake of show materials.

  • Organise external visits and wool process tours at head office.

  • Provide general administration support for the Member Engagement team for example correspondence, maintaining accurate records and project work such as member targeting to maximise wool intake.

  • Carry out other ad-hoc duties that are commensurate to the role Skills & Abilities

    Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work with an enthusiastic approach.

  • Strong verbal, written skills and listening skills. Also able to take phone calls confidently and answer customer queries in a timely manner.

  • Ability to manage own time and produce accurate work within set timescales.

  • Work independently and be self-motivated is essential, but also work effectively as part of a team.

  • Highly analytical and able to interpret large amounts of data (additional support and development will also be available).

  • Demonstrate a good work ethic, be conscientious of quality of work output whilst performing to a high standard.

  • Excellent timekeeping and attendance., Experience working in a communications / marketing role - Desirable.

  • Digital experience / knowledge desirable, however significant support and development will be available in this area.

  • English & Maths GCSE - Grade 4 / C or above - Essential.

  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint - Essential.

    Working Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday). Initially office based but with the potential for hybrid once established in the role. The organisation is closed over Christmas.


    • What we offer:
  • Salary £25,000 per annum

  • Company Pension scheme is available to join, employer contribution 6%, minimum employee contribution 3%

  • Holidays 23 days in the first year in addition to the 8 statutory holidays, after two years continuous service holiday entitlement will increase to 28 days per year.

  • Health Assured employee assistance program.

  • Cycle to work scheme.

  • Substantial training provided.

  • Potential opportunity for further funded educational study.