Full Time Marketing Communications Coordinator
Location – Leeds
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We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Communications Officer to join our Marketing
department at our head office in Leeds.
The ideal candidate will possess a creative flair, able to work well under pressure with multiple
deadlines and priorities, work well as a key part of the team, demonstrate a keen eye for detail and
will thrive in fast paced environments.
Purpose & Scope
In this exciting new role, the successful candidate will be promoting our vast portfolio of products and
services to the UK and global markets.
A highly important team member, the Marketing Communications Coordinator will support the
Marketing Manager in the development of all content for print and digital whilst working closely with
the Design Officer, will manage event logistics (hotels and accommodation when required), manage
and implement the social media strategy and manage incoming media enquiries to maximise on
positive coverage for Steeper Group.
Main Responsibilities
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Develop engaging content across the Group appropriate for the specified audience,
including the quarterly newsletter, website content and news, advertorials for trade
publications, and work closely with the sales and clinical teams to ensure targeted and
clinically accurate material is produced to include product updates and product
brochures
Coordinate mail shots, both electronically and printed
Ensure that content is maximised for coverage across the Group
Track spend and performance for all communications material
Work closely with the Design Officer to maintain the image library and relevant consent
forms, identifying any gaps and organising photography sessions internally and
externally when required
Manage and implement the social media strategy for Steeper Group to build online
presence
Update the website with new content when required
Manage and respond to all media enquiries
Build relationships with media contacts to include trade publications and consumer
articles to generate positive media coverage
Manage the logistics for events and exhibitions
Hold responsibility for all central collateral (giveaways, event collateral, printed
materials)
Keep up to date with changing trends by scanning the external environment and make
recommendations for improvements to processes and procedures
Champion and ensure adherence to the Steeper Group brand guidelines throughout the
company
Contribute to the internal communications strategy
Consistent proof reading of all materials – electronic and print
Maintain company best practice and standards of professionalism
Other duties within your capabilities as and when requested
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
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Minimum of two years’ experience in a similar role.
Educated to Degree standard in Marketing, Events, Communications, Journalism or related
field.
Knowledge and understanding of marketing communications, including; on and offline
marketing, branding, digital and advertising (print and online)
Excellent time management and organisational skills with flexibility to work to competing
deadlines
Knowledge and experience in using all social media channels for business purposes
Accurate with critical attention to detail including grammar, spelling and proof reading
Results-driven attitude with the flexibility to manage a competing workload effectively
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Intermediate/advanced general IT skills, including Excel
Ability to work autonomously using own initiative
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Recognised Communications, Design or Marketing qualification
Experience in the healthcare/medical device industry
Knowledge, experience and basic skills in Adobe InDesign and Photoshop
Own transport
For more information, and to apply for the position above, please complete the application form in full
which can be found on our website (www.steepergroup.com/careers) and send it through to: Human
Resources, Steeper, Mayflower House, 14 Pontefract Road, Stourton, Leeds, LS10 1TB. OR via email to hr@steepergroup.com.com.
CVs will not be accepted
Due to the amount of response we receive, unfortunately we are not able to give feedback to individuals, if you
have not heard back within 30 days please assume that you have not been successful for the role you have applied
for.
Steeper is committed to valuing diversity and treating everyone who works for or wishes to work for us
fairly. We will treat everyone with the same attention, courtesy and respect, regardless of age, impairment,
ethnic origin, nationality, religion or belief, social class, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment,
marital or civil partnership status, responsibility for dependents, pregnancy and maternity or trade union
activity.
Steeper is committed to act positively towards disabled people and we actively welcome applications from
disabled people.