Job Description

Marketing Executive
We are seeking a marketing executive to join our growing team. With a digital-first approach, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing strategic marketing plans to raise brand awareness, drive engagement and generate leads.
About the role
Key Responsibilities:
Work closely with automotive manufacturers and internal teams to execute marketing planners
Plan and execute digital marketing campaigns across email, social, and paid channels
Maintain brand consistency across all channels and materials.
Manage multiple projects with strong attention to detail and deadlines
Coordinate with external agencies for branded materials and signage
Be a proactive team player and support all functions / brands within a dynamic marketing team
Keep informed of industry trends, design tools, and creative best practices to continually improve output
Skills and Competencies Required:
Third level qualification in marketing or similar field
2+ years' marketing experience
Strong digital skills and experience across various digital marketing platforms (GA4, Google Ads, Mailchimp, WordPress / Website CMS)
Strong knowledge of social media platforms and experience creating engaging, brand-aligned content and campaigns.
Strong planning and organisational skills
Effective communication and collaboration skills
Full UK driving licence, eligible to work in the UK and willing to travel to various Donnelly Group sites and conferences
Desirable:
Experience in the automotive industry would be advantageous
Video editing skills (Capcut, Premier Pro etc)
Other Information:
Applicants should be aware that the interview process will commence in January.
What We Offer:
Market-leading salary
30 days annual leave
Pension provision
Life insurance cover
Healthcare benefits: Kingsbridge Hospital Diamond Club membership, Healthshield cashback & perks, access to discounted private healthcare scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Long Service Awards
Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
Equal Opportunities:
Donnelly Group is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and inclusion across our workforce.
About the company
As Northern Ireland's largest family-owned motor retailer, the Donnelly Group offers customers the best deals on a huge selection of new cars, used cars, and commercial vehicles. Built on customer service over 70 years ago, the Donnelly Group prides itself on the quality of service provided to every customer throughout the process of matching them to a vehicle that suits their needs, requirements, and budget. With nine locations across Northern Ireland in Ballymena, Bangor, Belfast, Derry/Londonderry, Dungannon, Dungannon M1, Eglinton, Enniskillen, Mallusk, and Maydown Derry/Londonderry, motorists are never far away from a Donnelly Group showroom.
Required Criteria

• Possess a second level qualification and/or degree in marketing or related discipline;
• Two years experience in a marketing or related role;
• A confident communicator willing to put forward solutions and opinion;
• Creative flair with originality;
• Strong IT & written skills with exceptional attention to detail, working with a high degree of accuracy;
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise effectively;
• Must be able to work on your own initiative in a fast paced environment;
• Ability to work as part of a team on Group projects & tasks;
• Full valid driving licence.

Desired Criteria

• Two years' experience of social media advertising to include a demonstrable working knowledge of Facebook Business Manager suite
• CIM or similar qualification in digital marketing
• Previous experience of the Automotive Industry

Skills you'll need

• Advertising Strategy
• Digital Marketing and Advertising Skills
• Digital Marketing forum

Skills Required