Role: Marketing & Communications Officer – Content
Role Type: Full Time / Permanent
Location: The Marketing & Communications Team ‘hub’ is in Perth, UK; however, the role would largely be remote/home working. Candidates should be based and able to work in the United Kingdom, ultimately with the ability to travel to locations across the UK, particularly Edinburgh and London and/or the Netherlands from time to time if required.
Salary: £26,500 - £28,500 dependent upon experience
About Us
Whisky Auctioneer is the global market leader and trusted authority on the buying and selling of whisky and spirits at auction. The exciting and fast-growing Auction Group launched in 2013 with Whisky Auctioneer, then Wine Auctioneer and Rum Auctioneer in 2017 and 2019 respectively, offering the same services for rare and mature fine wines and collectible rums.
The Marketing & Communications team is also responsible for the marketing of brands within the Retail portfolio which includes Royal Mile Whiskies, Drinkmonger and The Cigar Box.
Our headquarters are in Perth, Scotland with employees and offices across Edinburgh, London and the Netherlands.
Together our Group of companies and brands pride ourselves on our knowledge-centric approach and people-first culture. We are building a team to support our strategic aims of making the whisky, wine and spirits market more accessible to all whilst sharing our passion and knowledge with our global audiences.
The Role
The Marketing and Communications Officer (MCO) – Content will report to the Head of Content & Strategy within the Marketing and Communications team.
The MCO will also work very closely across the Marketing and Communications team, including with Creative and Customer Experience. They will support the development and delivery of overall marketing campaigns and content plans to reach audiences, engage users and deliver on each level of the marketing funnel, working closely and collaboratively with teams across the organisation.
For this role we are looking for a candidate with previous experience working in a marketing department. The ideal candidate will understand how to deliver marketing activities that meet objectives and how to measure the performance of their marketing activities. We are also interested in hearing from confident individuals who would feel comfortable in front of the camera representing and promoting our brands.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Person Specification
We are looking for a creative, committed, organised and forward-thinking marketing officer who has a particular skill set in building unique, engaging and informative content across a range of channels and for a variety of audiences.
Excellent copywriting and research skills, attention to detail, good communication and organisation are crucial. A keen interest in the world of whisky, wine, and spirits with a desire to learn more about the industry is key. This is a busy environment, so the ability to work independently, to tight timescales and to a consistent fashion is crucial. We rely on others across the organisation, so teamwork will be paramount.
Essential Experience
Desirable Experience
Essential Skills
Desirable Skills
Desirable Training and Qualifications
Additional Info, Salary and Benefits
This is a permanent, full-time post. We are offering a starting salary between £26,500 - £28,500. A Group Bonus Scheme exists based on trading performance.
Our office hours are 08:45 to 17:15, Monday to Friday. Some additional evening and weekend work may be required to meet ad hoc events and deadlines. Flexible working is available.
Staff have the opportunity for training (e.g, WSET) and attending industry events and festivals. We offer an enhanced maternity/paternity package, childcare payments for under 3s, increased annual leave allowance after 3 years of service and a workplace pension. Support for any professional post qualifying training requirements will be considered.
We would particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups.
How to Apply
Closing Date: This will be a rolling recruitment process, so may close at any time – please ensure you submit your application early.
What to include:
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Please also be aware that due to the volume of applications, we are unable to respond to all applicants.