A fantastic opportunity to work on the marketing and publicity campaigns for our range of children’s reference books across well-known brands including Collins and National Geographic Kids. You will form a key role in helping to position and grow our place in this sector of the market.

In your first 6 months

You will have the opportunity to work on a major campaign for i-SPY as we look to expand the product offering within the brand. You will manage the 2022 edition of the National Geographic catalogue up-dates through to print and also learn how to run effective marketing campaigns on Amazon.

Key Tasks and Accountabilities

• Work with the Marketing and PR Director to develop, write and implement multi-channel marketing and PR plans

• Produce marketing and PR campaigns that deliver ideas with accuracy and flair

• Targeting appropriate audiences with relevant messages and appropriate use of design

• Set up and manage digital marketing campaigns across social, email, online advertising and Amazon marketing

• Coordinate PR coverage including the writing of press releases, sending review copy mailings and pitching author interviews

• Update and deliver trade catalogues

• Work with freelancers across marketing, publicity and design

• Measure and report on campaign performance

• Work with the sales team to provide ongoing support, materials and sales initiatives as required

 Knowledge and Experience

• Previous marketing experience, ideally developed across B2C

• Proven track record in managing or supporting on marketing campaigns utilising all elements of the marketing mix- Email, PPC, PR, advertising.

 Skills

• A clear, accurate writing style and the ability to produce fluent and persuasive copy.

• Well-organised with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.

• Use initiative to develop new ideas and solve problems.

• Ensure that all marketing output is customer-focused and responds to key market trends and initiatives across markets.

• Proactive

• Results-oriented

• Team player

• Creative

If you wish to discuss anything regarding this position and/or your application to this role, please reach out directly to our Senior Recruitment Manager at Kally.simmonds@harpercollins.co.uk with subject heading ‘Vacancy Query’ plus the job title and we will aim to get back to you within 5 working days.