Communications and Marketing Officer

The Communications and Marketing Officer will lead the implementation of effective marketing, communications, customer relationship and engagement strategies for Marymount International School London, across all of the school’s online and offline communication channels, brand and print materials, event management and content creation. 

Reports to: Director of Communications and Marketing

Hours of Work: This is a full-time, all-year round position, working 41.25 hours a week, 8am – 5pm. 

 Main Areas of Responsibilities

·  Support the whole school marketing strategy including a multi-channel communications plan and parent engagement programmes to support the school’s strategic plan.

·  Engage with the entire community to capture and communicate school life.

·  Support the roll out of a brand identity toolkit across all brand touchpoints including brand collateral, print media, website and online channels, signage, uniform and livery.

·  Administer the execution of the school’s social media activity across the yearly calendar, working in close collaboration with the Director Communications and Marketing.

·  Ensure digital activities are constantly updated, are kept relevant and appropriate and are used effectively to maintain communication and drive engagement with stakeholders.

·  Provide content, style management and design for all school marketing materials.

·  Update the school’s website content regularly.

·  Manage online presence ensuring social media content ignites advocacy and positive conversation.

·  Support the Events strategy for the school, maintain and update the calendar of events. Work closely with the Marketing, Admissions and Communications team to plan creative and engaging experiences for prospective families and stakeholders, including open days, scholarship events, taster events and assessment days.

·  Administer internal communications within the school, including development of an internal communications strategy and management of key internal channels.

Essential

·  Excellent organisational and time management skills with the flexibility to think on your feet

·  Ability to work accurately with excellent attention to detail to meet deadlines

·  Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders

·  Literacy skills to prepare correspondence to a consistently high standard

·  Absolute discretion and the ability to main confidentiality at all times

·  Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills at all levels

·  The ability to work well in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment

·  A proactive approach to work; have integrity and the drive to do what is best for the students and the school

·  Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience (candidates without a Bachelor’s degree but with equivalent professional experience are encouraged to apply)

·  2-3 years related experience in a marketing role with excellent copy experience

·  Good IT skills with knowledge of relevant software applications including MS Outlook, Excel, Power Point, and data base skills

·  A willingness to learn new skills and evidence of taking ownership of continued professional development

Desirable

·  Knowledge of software packages such as Illustrator, Photoshop and Wordpress

·  Experience of using other web editing tools, CRM and Email marketing platforms, and SEO management

·  Experience of working in an independent school

Full details of the role can be found in the Candidate Pack - marymountlondon.com/careers

How to apply

To apply, candidates should complete the School Application Form together with a cover letter addressed to Mrs Margaret Giblin, Headmistress, Marymount International School, London. Please email these (both as PDF files) to Ruth Bowley at hr@marymountlondon.com. Mrs Bowley can also be reached by calling the Business Office on 020 8949 0571.

Closing date for applications: Monday 23 September 2024

Interviews in person at school. Early applications are encouraged and will be reviewed upon receipt. Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview before the closing date. We reserve the right to appoint in advance of the closing date.

Salary: Dependent on skills and experience (please email hr@marymountlondon.com to discuss)

Start date: October/ November 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter

Marymount International School London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all safer recruitment checks, including social media.

Marymount International School, London, is proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Our Marymount family is richly diverse, with many different backgrounds and cultures represented. This diversity is valued and respected. All job applicants will be considered solely on their ability to do the job.