Marketing & Communications Executive An opportunity to join AFH Wealth Management, one of the UK’s leading independent financial advisory and wealth management firms. We are looking for individuals who wish to grow with us as a business and support our strong growth plans, with hybrid working. This is a 12-month fixed term contract opportunity where you will support Marketing team projects and workstreams to deliver AFH Financial Group’s marketing strategy while supporting the wider Marketing team to achieve its objectives. As our Marketing & Communications Executive, you will typically: Support and take ownership of marketing projects and workstreams regarding adviser marketing and adviser support, marketing collateral production, including liaising with agencies and internal stakeholders to create campaign assets as required Take ownership of relationships with third party sites such as VouchedFor and Unbiased, supporting advisers and the wider business to maximise the exposure and value these sites can offer in terms of lead generation and profile building Support the analysis and continuous improvement of customer journeys, both digital and offline Support in the evolution of the group’s websites Manage the monthly e-newsletter including suggesting relevant articles, and reporting on the MI each month · Partner with business areas across the Group, including People, Advice and Risk teams to deliver accurate, engaging and timely content Identify, build and manage ongoing relationships with key business stakeholders across the organisation As part of the role, you will also: Manage risk approvals where needed, via the Marketing Promotions Approvals System Create content and copy where needed Manage creative brief requests ·Liaise with third party agencies and suppliers where needed · Support acquisitions, including writing to clients with welcome pack & other documents, arranging signage, rebranding subsidiary business collateral, CMS landing page, bios and photos Manage the Marketing Inbox in a timely manner Provide support to AFH Adviser population, including creation of marketing collateral artwork & risk sign off, creating unique item references Support with client communications when needed Support with editing Teams Live recordings for internal audiences What we are looking for in our ideal Marketing & Communications Executive: A solid understanding and keen interest in all aspects of the marketing communications mix, along with a good knowledge of campaign and brand management Experience of financial services Skilled at creating content Experience and / or knowledge of internal and external communications, with an understanding of the importance of informative and engaging communications to relevant audiences Experience using various digital tools e.g. Microsoft Suite, SmartSheet, Canva and CMS systems Ability to take briefs, follow direction and respond to feedback Self-motivated and can work on own initiative or part of a team Effective written and oral communication skills Good Interpersonal skills Versatile and creative thinker Benefits and Perks at AFH Flexible working & holidays - Enjoy flexible working and competitive holiday allowance, with annual buy & sell scheme options and your birthday off. Plus, additional holiday days for long service. Social perks - To recognise and celebrate employees' great work we are all invited to our annual Christmas and Summer parties. Pension - We offer a contributory pension scheme with Royal London as well as death-in-service benefit. Bonus scheme - All AFH employees are offered a competitive salary and a discretionary annual bonus, following completion of a year’s service. Health and wellbeing - The MediCash app puts your health in the palm of your hands. Claim cashback on a wide selection of health and wellbeing initiatives, including discounted health club memberships and free healthcare benefits. Professional development - We are committed to helping you reach your potential by offering tailored learning and development programmes to pursue your career goals. Shopping discounts - Our employees can choose from many retailers to get discounts or cashback on everyday purchases from our favourite high street clothing stores to our go-to supermarkets, as well as access to free online training courses. To learn more about this opportunity and the culture of AFH Wealth Management, please visit our Careers website https://www.afhwm.co.uk/careers/ or email the People Resourcing team via recruitmentafhgroup.com. We look forward to hearing from you