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Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and creative Marketing Assistant to join our vibrant Sport & Physical Activity team at the University of Sheffield.

This role will contribute to delivering our marketing strategy and marketing campaigns across a variety of platforms to engage a diverse audience.

You will work closely with the Marketing Officer, whilst playing a vital role in supporting the development of compelling content and promoting our outstanding facilities and services.

This role offers an excellent entry-level opportunity to develop your skills and gain valuable experience in Marketing & Communications whilst contributing to the University's sporting community.

The post holder will be encouraged to demonstrate the Sheffield Professional values in all areas of their work.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Assist the Marketing Officer to deliver the departmental marketing strategy by supporting the creation of impactful content for traditional and digital marketing campaigns across various platforms.
• Support the Marketing Officer in developing compelling marketing campaigns promoting departmental facilities, programs, and services.
• Support the Marketing Officer in creating website content and visuals that align with brand messaging and marketing goals.
• Contribute to social media accounts by posting content and interacting with followers where required.
• Assist in conducting market research to understand target audience and competitor trends.
• Supporting the Marketing Officer to research and implement new and innovative marketing opportunities to ensure the best audience reach.
• Contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the marketing team.
• As a member of our Professional staff, you will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to the professional behaviours set out in the Sheffield Professional Framework. Please follow this link for further information: Sheffield Professional Framework. Sheffield Professional Framework.
• Maintain a flexible approach to work, which may include occasionally providing services in the evenings and weekends to out-of-hours events.
• Support University of Sheffield Open Days on behalf of Sport & Physical Activity, providing prospective students with all the relevant information.
• Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the position.

Person Specification

Our diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and is respected. Even if your past experience doesn't match perfectly with this role's criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in the application statement when you apply.

Essential criteria

• Have related professional qualifications or experience.
• Competent user of email marketing platforms, digital content tools and the ability to create social media and web-based content.
• Experience in using data and feedback to inform marketing campaign planning.
• A working knowledge of content planning and creation.
• Ability to plan, organise and prioritise your workload.
• Work on own initiative whilst also recognising when to refer matters to senior colleagues.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic with the willingness to learn and develop your personal and professional skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Experience using advertising platforms such as Google and Facebook Ads, social media, emails, and website.

Desirable criteria

• An appreciation and understanding of the issues surrounding Health/Sport and participation in the Higher Education sector.

Further Information

Grade: 3: £23,414 - £24,334.

Direct reports: Engagement Manager

Our website: Sport & Physical Activity

For informal enquiries about this job, contact Ben Jennings, Engagement Manager: on B.Jennings@sheffield.ac.uk or on 0114 222 6954

Next steps in the recruitment process

It is anticipated that the selection process will take place 1 week after the advert closing date. This will consist of an activity/task and an interview. We plan to let candidates know if they have progressed to the selection stage 2 weeks after the closing date. If you need any support, equipment or adjustments to enable you to participate in any element of the recruitment process, you can contact Ben Jennings B.Jennings@sheffield.ac.uk

Our vision and strategic plan

We are the University of Sheffield. This is our vision: sheffield.ac.uk/vision (opens in new window).
 

What we offer

• A minimum of 38 days annual leave including bank holiday and closure days (pro rata) with the ability to purchase more.
• Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working for some roles.
• Generous pension scheme.
• A wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel.
• A variety of staff networks, providing opportunities for social interaction, peer support and personal development (for example, Race Equality, LGBT+, Women’s and Parent’s networks).
• Recognition Awards to reward staff who go above and beyond in their role.
• A commitment to your development, access to learning and mentoring schemes; integrated with our Professional Services Shared Skills Framework
• A range of generous family-friendly policies
  • paid time off for parenting and caring emergencies
  • support for those going through the menopause
  • paid time off and support for fertility treatment
  • and more

More details can be found on our benefits page: sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits (opens in a new window).

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process.

Criminal record

A basic DBS check will be needed for this role. More details on the checks can be found on the Government website: gov.uk/criminal-record-checks-apply-role (opens in a new window).

Possession of a criminal record is not an automatic bar to employment at the University of Sheffield. We recognise the value of steady employment in the rehabilitation process and examine each case in its own right. More information can be found on our Information for candidates’ page: - sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/candidates (opens in a new window).

Closing Date : 09/07/2025 

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