Graduate Events and Marketing Executive

Science and Technology Facilities Council
Salary: £29,922
Hours: Full time 
Contract Type: Open Ended
Location: Daresbury Laboratory, Warrington 
Closing Date: Sunday 20th October 2024
Assessment Centre: December 2024/January 2025 TBC (travel and accommodation will be reimbursed)
 
Please note that we can only accept a maximum of 2 applications per candidate.
 
The Business and Innovation Directorate’s (BID) purpose is to bridge the gap between STFC’s pioneering science and the commercial world. We do this by enabling access to our large scale science facilities ensuring the UK’s competitiveness globally. We also support entrepreneurs with new ideas, and start-up companies, offering them the right access to facilities, expertise and networks to grow.
 
This role will play an important part in the delivery of STFC's core mission to maximise its economic impact, by supporting the success of thriving activities within BID. These activities include the marketing & event support for the European Space Agency Business Incubator Centre, the CERN Industrial Liaison team, the STFC Innovation function, and regional themed clusters in areas from quantum computing to the energy sector.
 
You will support the Marketing and Events team in organising events and promoting business incubation, innovation, and campus facilities. Your efforts will highlight the significant impact that STFC’s work has on the UK economy.
 
Responsibilities:

• Event Support:

1. 1. Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of events.
   2. Liaise with vendors, attendees, and stakeholders to ensure smooth event operations.
   3. Manage event logistics, including venue setup, AV requirements, and catering.

• Marketing Activities:

1. 1. Contribute to the development and implementation of marketing strategies.
   2. Create and manage content that aligns with marketing strategies.
   3. Create marketing materials, including brochures, newsletters, and social media content.
   4. Monitor and analyse the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.
   5. Monitor and post content on various social media platforms.
   6. Update and maintain website content regularly.

• Partner Initiatives:

1. 1. Support initiatives managed on behalf of partners such as the European Space Agency and CERN.
   2. Coordinate with partners to align marketing and event activities with their goals.
   3. Stay updated with our tenant companies to identify and leverage PR opportunities.

• Communication:

1. 1. Act as a point of contact for event participants and stakeholders.
   2. Prepare reports and presentations to showcase the impact of our initiatives.

Why Join Us?
Impactful Work:

• Support STFCs scientists and engineers to achieve significant impact for the UK economy and society.
• Collaborate with renowned science and technology partners across the world.

Professional Growth:

• Gain valuable hands-on experience in marketing and event management.

Dynamic Environment:

• Work in a setting where no two days are the same.
• Be part of a supportive and innovative team.

Brief overview of the scheme
 
The STFC Graduate scheme will give you the opportunity to really pursue your interests and passion early in your journey with us, supported by technical training and a broader programme of career support and training and development.
 
Our dedicated Early Careers Development Team will provide the right combination of challenge and support throughout, helping you achieve your ambitions. We know that professional recognition is also important to you too, so we will provide mentoring and expertise to help you achieve valued qualifications or chartered status in your chosen field.
 
STFC offers a benefits package crafted to provide an excellent work/life balance including 30 days’ annual leave, an outstanding index linked pension scheme, 10.5 public and privilege days, Christmas closure and flexible working hours! For our full list of benefits, please visit here.
 
To apply for this graduate opportunity, we are looking for the following:
Key: Shortlisting (S), Interview (I), both Shortlisting and Interview (S&I)
 
Essential:

• Achieved, or be on course to achieve, a minimum 2:1 degree, in a STEM subject with modules in business management or marketing (S).
• Genuine interest in science, technology and entrepreneurship (S&I)
• Experience of short and long-form copywriting, social media, events, and the use of visual media in marketing campaigns (S&I).
• Team player with a collaborative and flexible approach (I).
• Excellent communications skills across all media types (I).
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail (I).
• Ability to work with the pressure that is a natural part of an events and marketing function (I)
• Proactive and able to bring new ideas to the team (I).

Desirable:

• Experience of running events or marketing campaigns (I).

Part of our application process involves submitting your CV and a cover letter. Your cover letter should address your suitability for the opportunity based how you meet each essential criteria stated in this advert.
 
Please note that we hold the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of applications have been received.