Marketing Executive

Want to make your mark in the creative sector and be part of a driven and ambitious marketing agency?

If this sounds like you, join our award-winning Client Services team.

We’re looking for a smart and self-motivated Marketing Exec, eager to develop their career and gain exposure to high-profile projects. You will play a key role in supporting our Client Services team to manage busy, retained contracts end-to-end in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

To thrive in this role, you must be enthusiastic, adaptable, and able to handle high volumes of work to tight deadlines, while maintaining a cool head under pressure. Previous marketing agency experience of 2+ years would be a distinct advantage.

Exceptional growth opportunity to develop your role to Junior Client Manager.

The day-to-day

  • Supporting the Client Services team with marketing and planning tasks
  • Assisting with daily marketing activities and client support across all disciplines
  • Proofing work to ensure it meets the Sowdens Standard
  • Compiling and updating client-facing campaign plans and retainer sheets
  • Managing multiple projects efficiently and simultaneously
  • Working to tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail

You’ll have the following skills…

  • Organised, proactive, and detail-oriented
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • A collaborative approach while taking ownership of your workload
  • Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities
  • Committed to delivering excellent service to clients
  • A problem-solver who thrives under pressure and tight deadlines
  • Copywriting and content creation skills (would be a distinct advantage)

Why join the Sowdens team?

Sowden & Sowden is an award-winning creative and digital agency in Yorkshire with over four decades of experience, an established track record, and a portfolio of long-standing local, national, and international clients.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to progress within a thriving digital marketing agency. With clear career development pathways, competitive earning potential, and great benefits, this role is perfect for an ambitious individual ready to take the next step.

What’s in it for you…

  • UNRIVALLED opportunities to expand your skills and shape your career – at Sowdens there’s no ceiling, we support your professional growth by investing in training and development
  • HIGH earning capacity, annual bonuses/pay rises and performance-related perks – we make sure our team are always recognised and rewarded for their efforts 
  • PERKS and REWARDS – take your birthday on us, monetary monthly rewards for a range of team initiatives…from Sowden’s Socials to Friday treats on the sun deck 
  • UNIQUE office in a stunning location – come and do your best work in our brand-new, custom-renovated 19th Century coach house, converted and re-designed especially for our wonderful team
  • FREE parking and excellent transport links – located just off the M62 and a stone’s throw away from the Humber Bridge, our team don’t waste time in city centre gridlocks and save money on expensive parking
  • VIBRANT and friendly team – come as you are, be part of a collective of enthusiastic people who are united by one single mission: to be the best at what they do
  • FLEXIBLE and understanding – we’re open to tailored working options to suit both your work-life balance and the business
  • FORTY years in the business – we’ve built a trusted reputation as experts in our field, and with a Grade A balance sheet (that’s withstood four recessions!) we provide our team with longevity, security and a robust future they can count on

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If this sounds like you, please send a covering email, CV and any evidence/portfolio to support your application apply now.

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