Bids & Marketing AssistantDepartment: MarketingReporting to: Bids & Marketing ManagerHours: Monday – Friday, 8am - 5pmLocation: Based at Head Office (Cheam, Surrey), with the option to review Hybrid working after the successful completion of trainingSalary: £25,000 - £32,000, depending on experienceDescriptionWe are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Bids and Marketing Assistant to join our Marketing team. This role is integral to supporting our efforts in securing new business and enhancing our company’s market presence. The successful candidate will assist in the preparation of bid documents, support marketing campaigns, and help maintain our brand's consistency across various platforms. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to grow within a fast-paced, supportive environment.The successful applicant must have a high level of attention to detail, exceptional organisational skills and a willingness to learn. To succeed in this role, you must be able to prioritise a complex and varied workload, whilst demonstrating a hardworking and flexible approach to meeting challenging deadlines.Main responsibilitiesBid Support:Assist in the preparation, editing, and submission of high-quality bid and tender documents in collaboration with the Bids Manager and other team membersConduct research to gather relevant information for bids, including competitor analysis and client needs assessmentsMaintain and update the bid library, including templates, case studies, and other reference materials to ensure consistency and efficiency in bid productionTrack bid progress and deadlines, ensuring that all submissions are completed on time and meet the required standardsSupport the post-submission process, including compiling feedback, monitoring outcomes, and coordinating follow-up actionsMarketing Support:Assist in the development and execution of marketing campaigns, including digital marketing, social media and content creationUpdate and maintain the company’s website, ensuring that content is current, engaging, and aligned with the company’s brandSupport the creation of marketing materials, such as brochures, presentations, and newslettersMonitor and respond to online reviews, comments and feedbackCollaborate with the team to organise and attend promotional events and activitiesHelp with the renewal of company accreditationsAssist with other ad-hoc tasks as required to support the wider businessPosition RequirementsStrong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneouslyExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detailProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with design software (e.g. Adobe InDesign) is a plusAbility to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environmentCreative thinking with a proactive approach to problem-solvingProactive, hardworking and flexible when approaching challenging deadlinesFlexibility to occasionally work evenings or weekends, to support marketing events and/or ensure critical deadlines are met (though this will be rare)Benefits of working for usFamily run business, with strong family valuesRole specific training and developmentEqual opportunities employer, with a culture to promote from withinMental Health awareness and resourcesWe promote cycle schemes to encourage healthier lifestylesYearly annual leave increase after 5 years of serviceOpen door policyLiving Wage employerMembers of the 5% clubInterested in applying?Please email a copy of your CV to amie.steele@smithandbyford.com