Job Description

About Us

Armstrong Watson are a fast-growing, long-established leading independent Accountancy and Business Advisory firm based across the North of England and Scotland, with our Head Office in Carlisle. Our services and advice are all centred around our Quest to support our clients to achieve prosperity, a secure future and peace of mind, which cannot be achieved without the expertise of our dedicated and valued colleagues.



With approximately 800 colleagues situated across 19 offices, our people and our culture are at the heart of what we do. We recognise the unique impact we have on not only our clients, but also our colleagues, and the communities in which we operate. Our success is dependent on every colleague embracing all four of our core values: Honesty, Humanity, Trust and Passion.

The Role

We have a rare opening for a new member to join our marketing and business development team based in our Carlisle Head Office. Were looking for a Marketing Co-ordinator who thrives on variety, enjoys working collaboratively, and is passionate about making a meaningful impact. This is a fantastic opportunity to join us on a 12-month fixed-term contract, where youll play a key part in supporting our marketing and business development activity.



In this role, youll be part of an experienced Marketing and Business Development team and work closely with colleagues across our firm. Every day will bring something different, from preparing creative social media posts and impactful email campaigns, to producing compelling proposals and presentations that help drive new business, youll be right at the centre of our busy department.



Youll have the chance to work alongside senior leaders, contribute to business growth, and further develop your skills in a supportive, forward-thinking environment that values creativity and initiative.



If youre organised, enthusiastic, and looking to build your marketing experience while making a real difference, wed love to hear from you.



The main elements of this role will include:

Producing business-winning proposal and presentation documents Organising print and distribution of sales/marketing materials, logging activities, and reporting outcomes, and working closely with senior colleagues to deliver on time. Taking charge of our social media schedule, collaborating with the marketing team to create, plan, and upload content across Facebook, LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Using our CRM system to pull email lists and to prepare and distribute email campaigns. Updating our internal communications systems and tools i.e. company intranet, website, editing email signatures, ordering business cards, and ensuring brand consistency. Compiling internal documentation in our brand format and ensuring all outputs meet our brand guidelines.

Please note that we will not be accepting candidates from agency suppliers in connection with this vacancy.

The Candidate

In order to fulfil the responsibilities of the position, we would like candidates to:

Be educated to Degree / NVQ Level 4, or equivalent Ideally have a minimum of one years Marketing experience, although candidates with relevant experience gained at degree / NVQ level 4 may be considered Be adept at using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Teams Have experience of creating and posting on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and X Previous experience of using Canva or similar design software preferred Have an excellent eye for detail and a creative flair Be a confident communicator both verbally and in written work

The Benefits

In return for your hard work helping us shape our future growth and development, we will provide a competitive salary and a positive benefits package which includes:



Salary Sacrifice Employer Contribution Pension Scheme including Life Cover (4x salary) and Income Protection Competitive Annual Leave entitlement up to 26 days, plus Bank Holidays Annual Leave Purchase Scheme allowing you to buy up to 5 additional days annual leave each year Smart Working Policy, giving you the ability to balance home and remote working Health Shield Cash Plan (cash back on a range of Health benefits and discounts on holidays, fashion and entertainment) Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support for wellbeing and health) Discounted food and drinks in the AW Bistro Paid flu jabs and eye tests Introductory Commission Scheme (financial reward if you refer a new client) Employee Referral Scheme (financial reward if you refer new AW colleagues), enabling you to claim up to 2,500 for each referral Ongoing access to online training courses and materials Paid professional membership fees Charity of the Month Colleague of the Month Subsidised social events throughout the year


In addition to all the benefits you would expect from an award winning employer, you will be given the utmost encouragement and support to develop your career further.



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