Job Description

About Whisky.Auction

Whisky.Auction is a leading online platform for buying and selling whisky, fine spirits, miniatures and memorabilia. We're driven by our passion for exceptional spirits, excellent customer service, and building a trusted marketplace for connoisseurs and collectors alike. Every team member is expected to bring enthusiasm, creativity, professionalism, and an appreciation for the world of fine spirits. Whisky.Auction is four group companies in the Speciality Drinks Group, and has been part of the Pernod Ricard Group since November 2021.

The opportunity

We have a new opportunity for a creative, motivated and detail focused Marketing Intern to join the Whisky.Auction team. The Marketing Intern will support the execution of marketing campaigns that promote upcoming auctions, engage new and returning clients, and enhance our brand presence across digital and traditional platforms.


This role offers valuable hands-on experience in digital marketing within the luxury and spirits industries, ideal for someone looking to develop their career in marketing or e-commerce.


The role is a fixed-term internship for 12 months.


What you'll learn:

How to deliver marketing campaigns in a fast-paced auction environment Tools and techniques for content creation, paid media, and email marketing How to report on and optimise marketing performance Cross-functional collaboration with creative, technical, and operational teams Industry knowledge of the premium whisky and spirits market

Your unique contribution

Your key responsibilities will include:

Assisting in planning and executing marketing campaigns for auctions and events Coordinating and scheduling social media content (Meta) Writing and editing email newsletters and auction previews Conducting competitor and market research to inform campaign direction Supporting promotion and coordination of preview events and private showings Collaborating with design and photography teams to gather and organise visual assets Helping to maintain campaign calendars and performance tracking documents

Your blend of talent

Ideally, you will have:

Knowledge of and enthusiasm for social media platforms, and digital tools Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent organisation and time management High attention to detail and accuracy Commercial awareness and interest in marketing performance Proactive, self-motivated attitude Strong team player with a can-do mindset Presentable and professional at all times

Desirable:

Spirits knowledge or strong interest in whisky, auctions, or luxury collectibles Familiarity with tech tools e.g. MailCore, Mailchimp, Ometria, Sprout and Google Analytics

Benefits of joining Whisky.Auction

Fun Stuff

Staff Discount at The Whisky Exchange | Tastings | Product Education | Access to Events | Cycle to Work Scheme

Serious Stuff

EAP | Great Parental Leave Policies | Life Cover | Private Medical Insurance

Feel Good Stuff

S&R Initiatives | Career Development | Responsib'All Day | Employee Networks | Flexi Work | 25 Days Holiday (plus Bank Holidays)


We're committed to diversity and inclusion.


We promote diversity and inclusion throughout our business. In our teams, we proactively foster a diverse work force and an inclusive culture - an environment where we can truly be ourselves.


We will assess your application for this role based on your skills, experiences and achievements, not your gender, age, ethnic or educational background or any other such factors. Please feel free to leave these off your CV and application form if you so wish.