Marketing Executive, Michael Joseph

at  Penguin Books Limited

ARE YOU CREATIVE, ORGANISED AND UNFLAPPABLE?

Penguin Michael Joseph publishes a wide range of commercial books and authors – including, Marian Keyes, Liane Moriarty, Nadiya Hussain, Jamie Oliver, JoJo Moyes and Dawn French.
We are recruiting a Marketing Executive to not only support our team as they plan and implement book marketing campaigns, but also to explore smarter ways of working.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As part of the Michael Joseph (MJ) Marketing team, you’ll help tell the world about our books, working closely with the entire marketing team, as well as authors, agents, editors, publicity, sales and international. You’ll be:
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Supporting the Marketing Managers on high profile and brand author campaigns

• Supporting the Communications Director on backlist initiatives, including running paid and organic backlist campaigns
• A team player, assisting with administrative duties, including creating retailer presentations, writing copy, developing campaign assets and attending author events and signings
• Supporting the Senior Marketing Manager on our MJ social media channels, including scheduling posts, reporting, creating assets and sending newsletters
• Building and developing excellent relationships with authors, agents, brand partners, retailers, influencers and internal and external stakeholders
• Seeking out opportunities to reach new audiences
• Looking to improve how we work – not only in your role, but in the wider team

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

We are looking for someone with lots of initiative and creativity, who can thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple deadlines and projects, and prioritise with confidence. An understanding of social media and how to reach different audiences is key, as are curiosity and an interest in the news agenda and current cultural trends. You will be an organised, flexible team player and have good communication skills to present ideas and feedback on team projects. You’ll have an eye for good design and a flair for writing copy that engages and attracts readers.

Please refer the Job description for details