Job Description

Job Summary

About the Role

We're looking for a positive, proactive

Marketing and Communications Executive

to champion everything Farnham has to offer - from its thriving independent businesses and unique character to its community spirit and town-wide events.

This is a hands-on role that requires

someone who can be regularly present in Farnham

, actively engaging with businesses, attending meetings, and supporting events on the ground. You'll play a key part in promoting the town, driving footfall, and helping our local economy flourish.

We're ideally looking for someone who

lives in or very near to Farnham (within 30 minutes)

and is happy to spend

most of their working time in town

.

What You'll Be Doing

Creating a clear, focused

marketing plan

with agreed performance measures Leading promotional campaigns that drive

footfall and visibility

for local businesses - especially during seasonal peaks like the

festive period

Writing and sharing regular updates, blogs for BID levy payers and external stakeholders Managing all

BID social media channels

, making sure content is engaging, current and consistent Working to strengthen the

'Make It Farnham'

identity in and beyond the town Keeping the

Make It Farnham website and Bid Website

up to date with content that's both useful and inspiring Attending local meetings and ensuring the BID remains informed and represented Building strong working relationships with partners like the Town Council, local businesses and event organisers Visiting levy-paying businesses regularly, understanding their needs and helping to amplify their promotions through BID channels Ensuring all marketing activities and events are delivered

on time and within budget

What Success Looks Like

Strong business engagement and trusted local relationships Delivery of clear, measurable marketing objectives A growing profile for

Make It Farnham

and increased visibility of local businesses Positive, well-attended events that bring value to the town Strong feedback from stakeholders and the business community

What We're Looking For

Someone who

lives in Farnham or within easy reach (under 30 minutes)

A person who can

spend a significant amount of their working hours in Farnham

- this is not a fully remote role A confident communicator with strong writing skills and marketing experience across digital and traditional channels Someone creative, practical and well organised - able to juggle multiple projects with ease A team player happy to be part of a team with a can do attitude.

What We Offer

22 days' paid holiday (pro rata) A

laptop and mobile phone

A supportive and collaborative team environment

Annual reviews

to support your personal development and growth A shared mission to make Farnham an even better place to live, work and visit
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 21,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 24 per week

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Farnham GU9 7RN

Reference ID: Farnham Bid Marketing Executive