Marketing Associate

London, UK (On-site)

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Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own and grow Avado Connect as a community and content engine, turning engagement, content programs and events into learner value.

  • Community & Content Ownership: drive engagement through creative posts, discussions, polls, interviews, video scripts, newsletters, and social posts that spark collaboration and active participation.
  • Content Production & SEO: write on-brand blog posts, plan newsletters, apply on‑page SEO, and repurpose long-form content into social and email assets.

Job Description

Responsibilities - Growing engagement and interaction on Avado Connect through creative content, discussions, polls, interviews, and community-driven features. - Acting as a key stakeholder in the development and optimisation of Avado Connect to enhance the learner experience. - Sharing content that encourages collaboration, questions, peer connection and active participation. - Representing Avado organically within partner communities (e.g. HR Ninjas) through white papers, discussion contributions and soft content-led engagement. - Writing engaging, on-brand blog posts tailored to Avado’s learners and professional audience, in line with SEO briefs provided by the Performance Marketing Executive. - Writing and producing our regular newsletter, including content planning, copy and layout. - Applying on-page SEO best practice (metadata, structure, internal linking) to blog and website content you produce. - Repurposing longer-form content (webinars, events, thought-leadership) into social posts, newsletter features and community prompts. - Briefing, ideating, scripting and appearing in both long-form and short-form video content for social channels, campaigns and the learner community. - Recording to-camera content for TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn and Avado Connect, staying ahead of digital trends. - Creating visually appealing content using tools such as Canva, CapCut and AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT) to support campaign and community activity. - Producing evergreen YouTube video content (e.g. “What is CIPD?”, Level 3/5 introductions) for use across our website and nurture flows. - Briefing and reviewing externally produced video content (UseClip UGC, freelance creators) against agreed scripts and brand standards. - Owning our webinar calendar end-to-end, including the monthly Amanda Chadwick partnership series and lower-funnel formats such as “meet the team” and qualification introductions. - Running, hosting and supporting webinars and virtual events that drive learner engagement and value. - Working with stakeholders to shape themes, identify speakers and plan engaging event formats. - Managing end-to-end webinar processes, including Eventbrite setup, HubSpot landing pages, Zoom configuration, attendee import and post-event repurposing. - Tracking referral leads from partner webinar landing pages (e.g. Amanda Chadwick) against agreed commission structures. - Coordinating Avado’s presence at major industry events, including CIPD ACE, CIPD Festival of Work, HRSE KSA, HRSE Dubai and UK Careers Fairs. - Managing logistics for each event: liaising with organisers and approved booth-build partners, completing health & safety declarations, and tracking event payments. Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Media, Communications, English or a related field. - Previous internship or freelance experience in social media, community management, video content, content writing, events or marketing is a plus - Eager to learn, grow and take ownership of your work. - A natural community-builder who enjoys bringing people together. - Team player who thrives in a collaborative environment. - Proactive, curious and excited to explore new ideas. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, especially in community, event and partner settings. - Strong written English with a feel for brand voice, able to flex tone across a TikTok caption, a blog intro and a webinar email - Familiarity with social media platforms (especially TikTok, Instagram and LinkedIn) and awareness of digital trends. - Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects, partners and event deadlines in parallel - Confident on camera and in person, with a strong, engaging presence. - Experience or interest in creative tools such as Canva, CapCut or similar. - Comfortable using AI tools for content creation and ideation - Willingness to travel internationally for events (primarily to the Middle East for HRSE KSA and Dubai). Nice to Have - Experience hosting or supporting webinars, live streams or online events. - A portfolio of video-led content (e.g. TikTok, Reels, short-form edits) and/or a writing portfolio (blogs, newsletters). - Experience managing or contributing to online communities. - Experience supporting or running in-person events or exhibition stands. - Awareness of SEO fundamentals (keywords, on-page structure, metadata). - Certifications or training in creative, social or analytical tools. - Experience or particular interest in HR or Education sectors. Benefits - Holidays: 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays), increasing by 1 day after 2 years and a further day after 4 years. - A day off on or around your birthday. - Cycle2Work scheme - Statutory pension and life assurance. - Employee Assistance Program & other lifestyle discounts - Various opportunities to gain an immersive experience into a range of Avado products and proposition. - On-demand access to our Avado Connect community - Curated personal development and learning tools: SEEDL platform - And… just for being here, we offer you a culture that’s created and nurtured by super smart people and underpinned by our Values which guide our thinking, decisions and actions, creating a truly unique place to work. You will also get to be at the forefront of helping a very diverse range of professionals enhance their careers, whether at the early stages or later down the line. - You’ll enjoy an environment with an enviable workspace to use in West London, serious personal development opportunities (well, we are a learning organisation after all), and some rather nice job-related and lifestyle perks. - And we’re highly inclusive…. Avado is one of those rare places where anyone from anywhere with any background or experience is free to come and do their very best work. We believe in the diversity of thought, as that’s what helps us help our clients and learners, whether investing in their own development, or having their employer invest for them. Equality, diversity and inclusion are values that underpin our success; come and see for yourself!
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Avado is an award-winning provider of CIPD qualifications in the UK and Middle East. For over a decade, we have partnered with the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) to empower HR and L&D professionals to excel in their careers. With a proven track record, Avado has guided over 50,000 learners towards their professional goals, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to develop and grow.Our unique approach – transforming the way CIPD professionals learnOur commitment to quality education is reflected in our online learning, curated by industry experts on our interactive and user-friendly platform. The learning experience is further enhanced by the addition of cutting-edge AI tools, exclusive to Avado. Learners have the support of Ava, a 24/7 learning assistant, to guide them to get the most from their qualification. Additionally, a new feedback tool called QuickScore takes the stress out of assessments, helping to keep them on track with instant feedback and assignment writing tips. Supported by a team of dedicated expertsLearners are guided by an experienced team of tutors, all professionals in their field, who bring practical insights to live online classes. Our tutors provide ongoing support, ensuring that students feel confident and prepared for their CIPD assessments. This dedication drives Avado’s 98% CIPD pass rate and our consistently 'Excellent' rating on Trustpilot.Unlock further career opportunities with Avado ConnectAvado CIPD learners receive free membership to Avado Connect – a vibrant network of over 2,000 HR and L&D professionals. Members gain exclusive access to monthly masterclasses, the latest job opportunities, and tailored career advice. Connect with experienced mentors and join a community dedicated to supporting your growth and success.

Founded in 1999
London, England, GBR
234 employees (9 in marketing)
53% recommend to a friend
93% CEO approval

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
127.2K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$1.7K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
26.1%
Direct
51.2%
Referral
3.7%
Social
11.1%
Paid
2.8%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~234

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
9 (4% of company)