Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity to join a small, dynamic marketing team that looks after all aspects of our busy B2B ecommerce website.

As one of the UK's largest importers and wholesalers of pound and discount lines, Gem Imports is growing. We are looking for a creative and proactive Digital Marketing Assistant who will play a vital role in keeping our ecommerce site operating at an optimum level, while also helping to grow our digital presence with fresh ideas and engaging content.

This is an excellent opportunity to learn and develop across all areas of digital marketing, in a role where your ideas and voice will be heard, and where you will have the opportunity to take ownership and see your ideas put into action.

The Digital Marketing Assistant will support website content, email marketing, and social media activity, contributing to how customers experience the Gem Imports brand online through visual assets, product management, and written content that drives acquisition and engagement.

Key Responsibilities & Deliverables

Website Content & Product Management

? Support the writing and uploading of product descriptions for new products using our ecommerce platform (Etail).

? Assist with ongoing product updates, including attributes, pricing, and availability via the ecommerce CMS.

? Help respond to internal website-related queries and requests.

? Liaise with the graphic design team to request and implement imagery for the website.

? Assist in monitoring website performance and user experience, flagging issues and opportunities.

? Support SEO best practices through content updates and optimisation.

Content Creation & Digital Marketing

? Support the creation of engaging written and visual content for the website, social media, and email newsletters.

? Assist in developing content that aligns with brand guidelines and marketing objectives.

? Conduct basic market and competitor research to identify trends and content ideas.

? Contribute creative ideas to digital marketing initiatives and content planning.

Marketing Campaign Support

? Assist in the planning, development, and delivery of digital marketing campaigns.

? Support coordination with internal teams and external partners where required.

? Help monitor campaign performance and contribute ideas for improvement.

Social Media

? Support the day-to-day management of social media channels (e.g. LinkedIn, Facebook).

? Schedule posts, monitor engagement, and assist with content calendars.

? Help support social media activity aimed at increasing brand awareness and engagement.

Email Marketing

? Assist in building and sending email campaigns using marketing automation tools.

? Help maintain mailing lists and support segmentation and targeting.

? Support campaign planning to drive customer engagement and sales.

Analytics, Reporting & Team Support

? Assist in tracking and analysing marketing performance using analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics).

? Help prepare reports highlighting key insights and trends.

? Work closely with the Head of Ecommerce and wider team to support marketing objectives.

? Provide general administrative support to the marketing team, including coordinating tasks and helping ensure deadlines are met.

Skills & Experience

Essential

? A strong interest in digital marketing, with either:

? Some practical marketing experience (e.g. work experience, placement, internship, part-time role),

or

? Currently studying, or recently graduated in, Marketing or a related subject, with relevant work experience.

? Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to write clear, engaging content.

? Good attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality work.

? Basic understanding of digital marketing channels, such as websites, social media, email, or ecommerce.

? Willingness to learn, take feedback, and develop new skills.

? Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise deadlines effectively.

Desirable (but not essential)

? Experience using ecommerce platforms, content management systems, or website admin tools.

? Familiarity with social media platforms for business (e.g. LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram).

? Basic knowledge of SEO, email marketing, or analytics.

? Experience using tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.

? Experience using email marketing or analytics platforms (e.g. Klaviyo, Mailchimp, HubSpot, Google Analytics).

Personal Skills

? Creative mindset with a genuine interest in digital content.

? Organised and methodical, with a positive, can-do attitude.

? Comfortable working collaboratively as part of a team.

? Proactive and keen to contribute ideas.

? Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

About Gem Imports

At Gem Imports, we are creating a culture where every colleague plays a pivotal role in delivering an exciting and constantly evolving product range to our B2B customers. We offer over 5,000 fantastic value products across a broad range of general merchandise and seasonal categories.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to gain invaluable hands-on experience within a progressive and expanding company.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Barnsley S74: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:

Bachelor's (preferred)
Work Location: In person