The Drum Jobs http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/rss/ 08 February 2012 10:10:58 +0000 Events Executive http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/35002/Events%2520Executive%2520.html We are looking for an Events Executive to join our thriving events team. The role is to organise awards and events across the marketing communications industry throughout the whole of the UK. We need someone who is extremely organised, can work in a fast paced environment and is passionate about developing their career prospects. The ideal candidate will have the following attributes: • High standard of written English • Ability to work on their own initiative • Maturity to work in a high pressured environment • Willingness to travel throughout the country • Sales and marketing skills In return you will be given a unique opportunity to work on fun and exciting events such as the Scottish Design Awards, Roses Creative Awards and the Scottish Event Awards. On each event you will plan and execute the PR and Marketing strategy, promote entries, plan the judging, sell tickets and organise the awards ceremony. All interested applicants should send their CV and a covering letter about why you should get an interview to: katy.thomson@carnyx.com. Closing date: 17 February 2012 25 January 2012 15:03:56 +0000 Marketing / Business Analyst http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34634/Marketing%2520%2F%2520Business%2520Analyst.html Denholm’s client, one of the UK’s largest private retailers, has a unique opportunity for an experienced Marketing/Business Analyst. The role is based in Glasgow. Reporting directly into the Head of Business Analytics you will be involved in all aspects of analytics with key focuses in customer relationship management (CRM) as well as research and store location planning. Typical duties will involve conducting necessary market research, analysing/reporting results and trends using excel, probing and updating the database etc. The successful candidate will also be required to work autonomously often project managing multiple things at a time. In order to be considered for this highly analytical role you will be required to demonstrate experience in all of the above as well as a true ‘passion for fashion.’ In return, our client is offering a truly rare opportunity in Scotland with a competitive salary and benefits package. We would love to hear from analytical candidates who possess drive and strive to make a real difference. So, if you are looking for a challenge in an ever changing environment then please do not hesitate to get in touch. 24 January 2012 16:04:35 +0000 Marketing Assistant http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34613/Marketing%2520Assistant.html Denholm’s client, a leading FMCG group, is seeking an experienced Marketing Services Coordinator for an exciting support role, based in the Glasgow area. The successful candidate will be responsible for the smooth running of the department, providing key marketing support. Day to day responsibilities include the management and on-going development of; the coordination of all brand activity and enquiries, trade and consumer facing exhibitions, stock-lists, toolkits, brand and corporate competition entries, marketing magazine subscriptions etc. In addition, you will also be required to support the brand manager and marketing director with ad-hoc administrative duties. Whilst there is no direct budget responsibility you will be responsible for handing budgets and adhering to tight deadlines. This role will suit a highly motivated marketing assistant/coordinator within a fast paced sector such as FMCG or perhaps an agency background. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates who have successfully worked in a similar role and are looking to boost their existing skills and experience. 24 January 2012 15:03:09 +0000 Digital Account Manager http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34610/Digital%2520Account%2520Manager.html Denholm’s client is a highly creative and innovative digital agency based in Glasgow. We are currently seeking an experienced Digital Account Manager to join their client servicing team. The agency has an enviable client portfolio, working with many leading brands particularly within the entertainment and FMCG sectors, and they require a talented and driven individual to manage this client base as well as seek out new business prospects. You will be able to find new opportunities and maintain relationships with existing clients, ensuring all projects run smoothly and in line with client objectives. You will take a proactive approach to generate and qualify new leads, secure new business meetings, and develop and sustain these relationships. You will take ownership of the proposal and planning process and work with the client through planning to agree the scope of work in line with client objectives. It is important that you are able to maintain client relationships from concept to delivery, ensuring a high level of customer service throughout. If you have experience in a similar account management role within an agency, have a proven track record of seeking out and securing new clients and opportunities, and have the communication, presentation, and organisational skills required for a role of this nature, than please get in touch. 23 January 2012 15:03:54 +0000 Trade Marketing Manager http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34561/Trade%2520Marketing%2520Manager.html Denholm’s client, a leading world brand spirits group, is seeking an experienced Trade Marketing Manager to join their marketing division. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and delivering critical trade marketing activities, defining marketing and channel plans to support activity plans as well as managing central budgets to maximise returns on investment. In addition, you will also be required to liaise with various parties including in-house commercial teams through to agencies and distributors to ensure that all brands are represented successfully in all trade marketing, merchandising, promotions and presentations. This role will suit a highly motivated individual who possesses the drive to get things done and deliver results. You will have a proven track record in trade or customer marketing acquired ideally with the FMCG sector. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates who have successfully worked in a fast paced environment where strategic brand building is complimented by hard-driving promotional activities. Applicants must be able to demonstrate previous experience in securing customer commitment and consumer purchases resulting in brand growth. 19 January 2012 10:10:13 +0000 Senior Brand Manager http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34523/Senior%2520Brand%2520Manager.html Denholm’s client, a leading global drinks business is currently looking to appoint a Senior Brand Manager to their Marketing team. Reporting into the Head of Marketing, you will be directly responsible for accelerating the value growth of your brand portfolio in line with business goals and objectives. Specifically, you’ll be responsible for defining global brand strategies and supporting three year business plan financials in conjunction with the Head of Marketing and Marketing Director. You will be responsible for the brand P&L and budgets to achieve brand health and financial targets whilst ensuring brand activities and investments are sufficient to grow the brand portfolio. In addition, you will foster relationships with external partners from agencies to distributors to improve ways of working and share best practise. You will champion your brand portfolio ensuring each brand essence and positioning remains at the heart of all activities whilst actively building key external relationships and opportunities to secure brand growth. For this role, we’re looking for candidates with proven brand management experience either from the drinks or wider FMCG industry. Candidates must be able to demonstrate a flair for brand building and consumer centric thinking with good commercial judgement. You’ll be passionate about consumers and have the drive and tenacity to deliver results. This role requires highly effective influencing skills and an appreciation of international cultures. 17 January 2012 11:11:58 +0000 Business Development Manager http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34482/Business%2520Development%2520Manager.html Denholm’s client is a well-renowned concert & events organisation with serious ambitions to strengthen their reputation. A vacancy has arisen for a dynamic and experienced Business Development Manager to join the team at an exciting time, and play an integral part in taking this Scottish institution to a global level. The successful candidate will be a proven success in developing new business relationships, and be able to engage effectively and effortlessly at every level, earning respect – as well as trust – quickly. You will be extremely commercially astute, and also knowledgeable and reactive to market trends. First class negotiation skills are essential, as is the ability to identify added value sales opportunities, present compelling and commercially attractive propositions, and convert these into profitable business streams. If you have a strong sales track record, plenty of energy and drive, and – crucially – a level of integrity that allows you to manage, develop and sustain strong relationships with your clients, then this could be the type of rare opportunity you have been looking for. Get in touch for further information. 08 February 2012 15:03:55 +0000 Business Development Manager http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/35013/Business%2520Development%2520Manager.html Denholm’s client is a dynamic Glasgow-based digital agency with an impressive portfolio of clients and real ambitions to grow. With this in mind they are looking to bring on board an experienced and highly-motivated Business Development Manager. The role itself will be split between maintaining and developing relationships with existing clients, and bringing in new business. The successful candidate will already have a proven track record in successfully developing new business in an agency environment, as well as a solid working knowledge of the digital mix. You will be dynamic and personable, and a true self starter with bags of energy. This is a great opportunity to make your mark within the digital arena; get in touch for further information. 08 February 2012 09:09:44 +0000 Social Media Executive http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34999/Social%2520Media%2520Executive.html Denholm’s client is a market leading retail business with a long standing reputation for delivering excellence. The client’s marketing strategy is increasingly focusing on the digital arena, and a vacancy has now become available for a talented and enthusiastic Social Media Executive. This is an exciting and varied role, supporting the existing PR and Digital teams by taking ownership of – and managing – the Social Media strategy across all platforms. It is essential that you fully understand and appreciate the role social media has to play in the wider digital marketing arena, as you will be responsible for taking the lead on Social Media Marketing across a portfolio of brands. Your exceptional copywriting and project management skills and boundless creativity will allow you to deliver engaging content, and your proven ability to communicate with end-users through multiple social media channels will enable you to liaise effectively with key stakeholders, ensuring that the reputation of the business is preserved online at all times. This role represents an amazing opportunity for a PR, Marketing or Media Graduate or equivalent with proven commercial experience behind them, along with a track record of running successful social media campaigns that achieved tangible, measurable results. The successful candidate will be someone with a real passion for all things digital, who enjoys working in a fast paced and ever-changing environment. You will also have a deep understanding of engaging with customers online, and know exactly how to approach online... 07 February 2012 18:06:19 +0000 Hardware Design Project Manager - Edinburgh http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34987/Hardware%2520Design%2520Project%2520Manager%2520-%2520Edinburgh.html A Hardware Designer Project Manager is required by a Market Leader in the design of Digital Circuitry, candidates should have an excellent understanding of Digital Design and Analogue Design ideally working with custom electronics instrumentation for Wind, Steel or Rail Sectors. The role will involve managing both teams of multi-discipline Engineers and Sub-Contractors, Release to Manufacturing (Design verification/validation) etc. Any exposure to FPGA, IC, ASIC, Mentor Graphics, PIC, High Speed Digital design, analogue design, PCB Design, Altera, Xilinx, ARM, FPGA, micro-electronics would be beneficial.Circle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. 07 February 2012 16:04:45 +0000 Digital Marketing Executive http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34985/Digital%2520Marketing%2520Executive.html Denholm’s client is a market leading retail business with a long standing reputation for delivering excellence. Due to increased activity in online projects, a vacancy for an experienced and dynamic Digital Marketing Executive has become available. The successful candidate will join an existing digital marketing team and help to drive the digital strategy forward. The role itself will involve the creation and ongoing maintainence of new and existing websites and applications, therefore it is essential that you have a solid working knowledge of building websites from the ground up; content management systems (including e-commerce); web and related technologies. A significant part of the role will also include liaising with web designers and programmers/developers, as well as with various Department Heads to plan and implement individual SEO, advertising and display campaigns; with this in mind it is important that you have excellent interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills, and the confidence to deal with high level colleagues within the business. You will also be completely at ease with managing multiple projects simultaneously. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a real passion for all things digital, who enjoys working in a fast paced and ever-changing environment. The client is open to receiving applications from agency or client-side candidates (preferably with retail or other consumer focused experience). Get in touch for further details. 02 February 2012 12:12:51 +0000 Merchandiser http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34806/Merchandiser.html Denholm’s client, one of the UK’s largest private retailers, has a unique opportunity for an experienced Retail Merchandiser. This exciting role is based in Glasgow. Our client is on the lookout for top talent to join their successful and recognised brand. This role does come with a higher level of responsibility than most merchandising roles as you will not only be responsible for planning and reporting, but will also be accountable for undertaking extensive analysis on CRM (Customer Relationship Management) through to investigating market segmentation, redemption and store planning. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate high levels of business acumen and relevant qualifications such as a Maths, Business or Fashion degree. You will be logical in your approach as well as an analytical problem solver with exceptional communication skills. The ideal candidate will be working in a similar role and will possess a genuine interest in fashion. Do you have a passion for fashion? Do you take pride in your work and look to make a real difference in the workplace by adding value? If the answer is yes, then this could be the opportunity for you! Opportunities such as this are rare….. 01 February 2012 16:04:45 +0000 Consumer Insight and Innovation Planner http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34792/Consumer%2520Insight%2520and%2520Innovation%2520Planner.html Denholm’s client, a leading drinks organisation, is looking to appoint a talented Consumer Insight & Innovation Planner to form part of the wider marketing team. Reporting into the Marketing Controller, you will be responsible for leading the distillation of actionable consumer insights that shape brand, communication, NPD and portfolio strategy. You will provide research solutions to evaluate marketing activity or address brand and consumer challenges. Moreover, you will brief, manage and implement all UK focused research projects as well as manage all UK initiated projects from brand owners. You will lead and initiate ad hoc research projects for the brands team, as well as effectively manage the brand health tracking programme. As part of your role, you will work closely with the category development team on the generation of key reports and presentations raising the profile of the consumer requirements. This is a rare opportunity for someone looking to move client side from an agency planner background or someone looking for a fresh challenge within another business. Candidates must have a proven background in a consumer insight role within a branded environment. FMCG experience is highly beneficial. You must be able to demonstrate the ability to develop, manage and provide consumer insight in a dynamic, competitive and fluid marketplace using initiative and proactivity. First class project management and presentation skills are key. This is an excellent opportunity not to be missed! 31 January 2012 15:03:38 +0000 Account Manager http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34753/Account%2520Manager.html Denholm’s client is a leading marketing communications agency with a portfolio of high-profile clients. A 12-month contract has become available for an experienced Account Manager to come on board, and work remotely alongside a key client’s in-house Marketing Team. To succeed in this role we require a solid and dependable all-rounder, preferably with previous agency experience, and sound, demonstrable knowledge across the marketing mix. You will have the ability to manage campaigns effectively, and will have exceptional attention to detail. Previous experience of working with retail clients would be highly advantageous. This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your career with an established consumer brand; get in touch for further details. 30 January 2012 11:11:24 +0000 Marketing Executive http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34714/Marketing%2520Executive.html Scottish Enterprise is Scotland's main economic development agency, funded by the Scottish Government. Our mission is to help the businesses of Scotland succeed. In doing so, we aim to build a world-class economy. The role involves the development and implementation of marketing plans which support SE’s work in growing globally competitive key sectors in Scotland As a Marketing Executive within the SE marketing team, the successful applicant will be responsible for Energy and Low Carbon and Life Sciences Sectors. The role involves working with our sector strategy and operations teams to develop marketing plans for the sectors, as well as ensuring successful implementation and delivery, on time and within budget. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed, enthusiastic executive who would relish the opportunity to work in these dynamic and fast growing sectors as an integral member of the SE marketing team. Key Responsibilities The post will cover the full spectrum of marketing activities; from marketing planning through to implementation across multiple channels but with specific focus on partnership working, events, digital marketing and social media. Minimum Criteria - Marketing degree or equivalent - Can demonstrate strategic thinking - Ability to communicate concisely and persuasively. - Good project management skills - Capability to deliver quality work to agreed deadlines. - Ability to manage significant budgets. - Creativity. - Digital marketing experience including use of Social media - Previous experience within a... 25 January 2012 11:11:11 +0000 FMCG/Brand-Led Marketing Coordinator http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34625/FMCG%2FBrand-Led%2520Marketing%2520Coordinator.html Would you like to work for a key player in today's FMCG market, which is at the forefront of some of the best known, leading brands available today? Would you like to be employed by a company which is not only a household name, but which offers an exciting and dynamic environment? We are currently looking to recruit a permanent Marketing Co-Coordinator to join their team. Your role will be to manage and coordinate the central marketing service projects within the marketing department, and to support the Brand Management and wider marketing teams. This role is pivotal within the marketing department so you will be key in the smooth running of the department on a day to day basis. You will be involved in: • Management, organisation, and day to day responsibility for trade and consumer facing exhibitions • Managing Point of Sale - sourcing of materials and suppliers etc and dealing with costings etc • Management of all marketing magazine subscriptions • Minute taking at team meetings • Managing the spend of retained suppliers • Processing and tracking of all sample requests • Co-ordinating all cross-brand activity and enquiries • Being the central point of contact for the department To be successful in the role, you must be extremely enthusiastic & keen to learn. You will be offered opportunities to grow and your professional development will be encouraged. In addition to the 'right' attitude, you should also have: • A marketing degree • 1-2 years experience within a fast-paced marketing department •... 24 January 2012 14:02:54 +0000 Marketing Services Co-ordinator http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34609/Marketing%2520Services%2520Co-ordinator.html Gilchrist Recruitment Partnership's client is a top FMCG, brand led organisation based on the outskirts of Glasgow. A new position has arisen within the dynamic Marketing division. The Role The main aim of this role is to effectively manage and coordinate the central marketing service projects within the marketing department, and to support the Brand Management team and the Marketing Director in their roles. This role is pivotal within the marketing department and seen as one of the key ‘cogs of the big wheel’ that supports the department’s smooth running on a day to day basis, ensuring that marketing KPI’s can be met. Duties Management, organisation, and day to day responsibility for trade and consumer facing exhibitions, to be handled within budget and on time. This includes working with incumbent stand suppliers re stand layout; corporate and brand graphics; the coordination of stock lists for the shows; ensuring all stands and stock is at the event on time, and to budget. Attendance at some of the shows will be required and an analysis of each show after the event should be conducted. To manage POS. This includes the sourcing of POS materials; sourcing new suppliers; working with existing suppliers; obtaining the best costs without compromising quality, actioning POS brief’s from the Brand Managers. Ensuring delivery of POS is obtained as agreed, within brief, budget & time frame. Central administrative management for the Toolkits, year on year including annual implementation of all brand presentations of the Toolkits onto the... 23 January 2012 15:03:30 +0000 Strategist http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34563/Strategist.html Quantum's Client is a punchy Digital Creative Agency who produces high calibre edgy work which is reflected in their impressive client list. For them ‘average’ will not be entertained, this obviously applies to their growing team! If you have that edge and believe 'average' is never good enough then continue to read.... our client is looking for a creative strategist who can produce brilliantly original digital ideas based on solid strategic thinking. Understanding the goals and objectives of the brief, you’ll mix creative thinking with knowledge of emerging digital strategies and technology to create pitches for clients and briefs for the creative and technical team. Key Responsibilities: • Keep current with emerging digital technology, marketing and creative strategies • Create innovative and effective digital ideas • Production of concepts to illustrate ideas (pitch standard) • Communicate your ideas to clients through pitches and proposals • Communicate your ideas to the team and help them deliver to the objectives Qualifications • 5+ years creating innovative digital ideas and campaigns • Passion for the digital industry, digital entertainment and marketing • Strong knowledge of various digital platforms and technologies • Strong creative skills • Strong communication, writing and presentation skills • Are you jam packed with ideas and experience? Go for it! Location: Glasgow Salary: £30k NOTE TO CANDIDATES: Our client has a strict brief to be filled re: this vacancy and it is essential that you fulfil... 23 January 2012 15:03:07 +0000 Digital Account Manager http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34562/Digital%2520Account%2520Manager.html Quantum client creates amazing digital for equally amazing brands and they are looking for an experienced and yes, an amazing Digital Account Manager who’ll champion their clients and ensure they feel good! You’ll seek out new opportunities and maintain relationships with existing clients, ensuring all projects run smoothly and in line with client objectives. Sales Responsibilities: • Generate and qualify new leads and opportunities • Secure new business meetings, present and qualify our client Account Management Responsibilities: • Secure opportunities, own and manage these through the proposal and planning process • Brief client requirements to the team, identifying roles and responsibilities • Present proposals and close opportunities • Work with their client and the team through planning to agree scope of work in line with client objectives • Maintain client relationships from concept to delivery, ensuring a high level of customer service throughout. Qualifications: • 3+ years in digital account management role • Proven track record of seeking out and securing new clients and opportunities • Great people, communication and presentation skills • Strategic thinker, super organised, driven, hardworking and fun Location: Glasgow Salary: £25K - £30K DOE NOTE TO CANDIDATES: Our client has a strict brief to be filled re: this vacancy and it is essential that you fulfil the criteria as outlined above. We cannot guarantee feedback to individual applications and will conduct only those we wish to shortlist for... 20 January 2012 14:02:07 +0000 Digital Marketing Executive http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34545/Digital%2520Marketing%2520Executive.html DIGITAL MARKETING EXECUTIVE Due to an increased requirement for online project delivery, Arnold Clark is expanding its Digital Marketing team. We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Digital Marketing Executive to join our existing digital marketing team and help drive the group’s online strategy. You must have strong digital marketing experience, with the ability to manage the website building process including E-Commerce content. The successful candidate will be a highly organised individual with strong interpersonal and people skills, who has a proven Project Management record in the digital marketing environment. This position would suit a motivated individual who can work to tight deadlines and enjoys a fast-paced and ever-changing environment. You will be: • Required to have at least 2 years Digital Marketing experience • Heavily involved in the creation of new websites and applications, as well as keeping existing websites current • Experienced and confident when dealing with designers and programmers/developers • Confident when dealing with high level staff and happy to attend and contribute to high level meetings • Experienced in managing multiple projects simultaneously • Confident in using Content Management Systems • Proven at executing projects within specification and working to strict deadlines • Highly knowledgeable of web & related technologies • A person with a positive approach and can-do attitude • Strong in verbal and written communication skills
 • Excellent in verbal and written... 16 January 2012 15:03:03 +0000 SEO Digital Marketing Specialist http://www.thedrum.co.uk/jobs/details/34466/SEO%2520Digital%2520Marketing%2520Specialist.html Gilchrist Recruitment Partnership's client is a successful, growing business services organisation based in Glasgow's city centre. With much investment and growth in recent months, this client has launched 2 new websites and are actively promoting themselves on line. To this end, a brand new & exciting position has arisen for a talented Digital Marketing Assistant. Reporting directly into the senior management, you will get involved in all areas of the digital marketing of the business including (but not limited to): All SEO and SEM activity (primary purpose of the role) - this will account for 75 - 80% of the role Link building PPC campaigns Social marketing campaigns / blogs etc Analytics Competitor research Any / all other digital marketing initiatives Creating strategy along with senior management This is a new role, which can be shaped by the right person. Working in this busy, dynamic environment, our client is looking for a self motivated, ideas-led individual who thrives on positive results. To be considered for this vacancy, you will possess: Minimum 18 months SEO / link building experience - this will be obviously stated on your CV (examples of previous SEO campaigns would be useful) Passion for digital marketing and in particular SEO Knowledge of overall digital marketing methodology including PPC and Social Excellent attention to detail First rate writing skills (spelling, grammar) Able to work autonomously as well as part of a team Results orientated Salary scale £16,000 - £22,000 + bonus potential. This will be determined...