Junior Digital Marketing Executive

Newcastle under Lyme, Stoke-on-Trent, UK (On-site)

£28K/yr – £29K/yrIntern/New GradFull time

Posted 3 days ago

Job Summary

Own the full digital marketing assistant remit, delivering content creation, channel management, analytics, and support for ABM and SEO across WJ Group's digital portfolio.

  • Own content scheduling and engagement across LinkedIn, Instagram, X and others
  • Support SEO, analytics, and paid/organic campaigns under Digital Marketing Lead

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Create and schedule engaging content across WJ Group's social media accounts (LinkedIn, Instagram, X and others)
  • Monitor social media channels, engage with audiences and report on performance metrics
  • Support the development of content aligned with the group's ABM strategy
  • Assist with updating and maintaining content across multiple WJ Group websites
  • Support the delivery of the SEO programme, including keyword research and on-page optimisation
  • Track website performance using Google Analytics and provide regular reporting
  • Support the planning and execution of digital campaigns across paid and organic channels
  • Assist with email marketing campaigns including content creation, scheduling and performance reporting
  • Contribute to pay-per-click (PPC) activity under the guidance of the Digital Marketing Lead
  • Work collaboratively across all WJ Group business streams to understand and support their marketing needs

Requirements

  • A degree, placement, internship, freelance work or practical experience in marketing, digital marketing, communications, media, content creation, business or a related field.
  • A genuine passion for digital marketing and understanding of key digital channels
  • Strong written communication skills with an eye for detail and tone
  • Organised and self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks
  • Comfortable working with data and drawing basic insights from analytics
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with social media platforms

Preferred

  • Practical experience with tools such as Google Analytics, Google Ads, Hootsuite or similar
  • Familiarity with CMS platforms (e.g. WordPress) and basic HTML
  • Knowledge of SEO principles and email marketing platforms
  • Previous internship, placement or freelance digital marketing experience
  • Full UK driving licence

Benefits

  • Competitive salary of £28,000 – £29,000 depending on experience
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Hands-on experience across the full digital marketing mix from day one
  • Structured mentoring from an experienced Digital Marketing Lead
  • Broad exposure to multiple business streams and sectors
  • Clear progression pathway within a growing marketing function
  • Supportive, collaborative team culture
  • Pension Scheme: Secure your financial future with our pension plan.
  • Financial support with medical/dental costs after probation.
  • Access to EAP (Employee Advise Programme) via our Healthcare Scheme.
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WJ

4.4 Glassdoor

The UK’s leading road marking and highway safety businessDelivering high-performance, award-winning solutions in the strategic road network, local authority, and off-highway markets. Creating safe, sustainable journeys for everyone.Founded in 1987, WJ has extensive experience and knowledge within the highways industry, enabling us to work collaboratively with our clients, understand their needs, offer solutions that help them meet their objectives, and deliver the highest possible value.We specialise in Road Markings, Road Studs, Safety Surfacing, Retexturing, Crack and Joint Sealing, Line Markings, TASCAR, CCTV, Stopped Vehicle Detection and other ITS solutions.

Founded in 1987
Newcastle-Under-Lyme, England, GBR
646 employees (40 in marketing)
1% recommend to a friend
1% CEO approval

Salaries

Posted range

£28K/yr – £29K/yr

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Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
10 (2% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
1

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
11K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
26.7%
Direct
66%
Referral
7.4%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~649
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Junior Digital Marketing Executive

WJ · Newcastle under Lyme, Stoke-on-Trent, UK · On-site