Job Description

OVERVIEW


The Maples Group is a standard bearer in financial and legal services, trusted by many of the world's largest hedge fund managers, private equity firms and international corporations.





Our distinction flows from our carefully curated team: 2,500+ professionals characterised by tenacity, ethics and exacting excellence. Operating in key financial centres across the Americas, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, our international presence offers a unique springboard for career development and cross-cultural immersion. Our side-by-side financial and legal services are similarly ripe for interdisciplinary learning and growth.





The Maples Group looks to add a London based Business Development and Marketing Assistant to our team and invites eager and qualified candidates to apply. We are committed to diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity as we attract, retain and develop world-class talent.





Who We Seek


Our merit-based culture suits professionals in pursuit of boundless careers and lives. Beyond their acumen, team members are collaborative and conscientious, bringing a healthy sense of drive and purpose to each interaction and to all aspects of their work.





About the Role



The Marketing and Business Development Assistant will report into the London-based Business Development and Marketing Managers and provide BD and marketing support to the London-based team. This resource will also liaise with the Regional and Global BD and marketing teams as necessary, ensuring consistency of all BD and marketing efforts.



Primary responsibilities include:


Providing general business development and administrative support, including processing invoices, data entry and liaising with third-party suppliers for payments Preparing marketing materials, presentations, brochures, newsletters, adverts and other collateral in line with brand guidelines and approved processes Supporting the coordination and logistics of overseas marketing trips, conferences, events and related tasks Assisting with competitor, industry, gift and event research to support business development and marketing initiatives Maintaining and updating the firm's CRM system, ensuring that contact data is up to date and assisting with the preparation of client and mailing lists for campaigns and events Assisting with digital activities, including website updates and social media posts, with a particular focus on the website Supporting the team with the production, scheduling, and distribution of client updates and other communications Assisting with initiatives such as legal directories, awards and submissions


EXPERIENCE



What You Bring


In addition to indisputably high ethical standards and autonomy, the ideal candidate possesses the following:



A degree in Marketing, Business Management or a related field is preferred; however candidates with experience of working in a similar role will also be considered The successful candidate must be proficient in MS applications including Word, Excel, Adobe PDF and PowerPoint Excellent oral and written communication skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy A high level of motivation and an ability to work effectively both on one's own initiative and as part of a team Proven ability to handle multiple priorities and a wide range of different tasks Proactive and deadline oriented Excellent project, organisational and time management skills


BENEFITS & REWARDS



The most enduring professional relationships are reciprocal relationships. The Maples Group prioritises employee health and wellbeing. Depending on your location, we offer a range of benefits, including:





Hybrid Working Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental and optical) Competitive vacation packages Educational assistance and professional development programmes Savings or pension plan Life insurance Travel insurance Global mental wellness programme Sports clubs and social events


ABOUT MAPLES GROUP



Over five decades, the Maples Group has grown from modest beginnings into one of the world's preeminent professional services firms, offering specialised fiduciary, fund administration, regulatory and compliance, entity formation and management and legal services on the laws of the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Ireland, Jersey and Luxembourg.



You can learn more about the Maples Group on our corporate website. Experience our culture and our people on our Careers Page or on LinkedIn.



Maples' standard policy to undertake various background screening checks, including criminal records checks, on all applicants to whom a conditional job offer is made. Maples will only ask applicants to disclose a past criminal conviction when a conditional job offer is made. If you have a criminal record it does not mean that your job offer will be automatically withdrawn. Maples will make all job offer decisions on a case by case basis and will take a number of factors into account, such as the role that you are applying for and the nature and circumstances of the past offence. You will have the opportunity to discuss the matter with Maples before a decision is made.



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