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Taylor & Francis is one of the world’s largest publishers of high-quality, peer reviewed scholarly journals, books, e-books and reference works. We empower learners, thinkers and doers with trusted knowledge that advances research and enriches lives. We bring together diverse people, ideas and opinions to validate and publish the experts, theories and truths that matter. And we’ve been doing this in an unbroken arc since 1798.

Our purpose is to foster human progress through knowledge.  We strongly believe that this requires us to encourage and examine different ideas and voices, so that any work that meets our exacting levels of quality deserves to be included in our publications. This requires open minds, the opportunity for robust debate, and the courage to defend perspectives that stand up to scrutiny, even if they conflict with our personal beliefs or values. Because that’s the only way to find the best obtainable version of the truth and, ultimately, foster human progress. If you agree, then we’d love to hear from you.

We are currently hiring for two marketing assistant roles to join our team across organic and paid social.

The Social Media Marketing Assistants will work with the internal social media team to support the delivery of a key area within the business (including tactical implementation and delivery). The team focuses on delivering excellence through paid and organic social account optimisation, data analysis and building relationships with our suppliers (e.g. LinkedIn, ResearchGate, Meta) and marketing planners.

Reporting into either the Organic Social Media Manager or Paid Social Manager you will support with the planning, delivery and reporting of brand aligned, ROI maximised, effective and efficient social media marketing activity.

The role sits with the Digital Delivery, Societies and Propositions Group and has a global remit, covering all regions.

This role is open to external candidates based in the UK and to all internal colleagues globally. 

What you will be doing:

• Support the implementation of new social campaigns and accounts according to briefs
• Create new social media or copy
• Support with reporting on campaign and post-performance
• Be closely involved with our ResearchGate campaign delivery and/or social media account development
• Work closely with managers and specialists 
• Carry out research in line with marketing briefs
• Report and monitor campaign results and spend against our budget expectations and targets
• Monitor competitor activity and discover new opportunities
• Make recommendations to improve performance and drive further efficiencies
• Identify any performance issues

This role would suit someone who is passionate about digital marketing and is looking to develop their knowledge and understanding of digital marketing practices, with a particular focus on Social Media.

What we are looking for:

• Previous knowledge and experience of paid or organic social is desirable but this is not essential
• An interest in social media and all things performance marketing
• Strong numerical and analytical skills and comfortable working with data
• Experience using Excel and presenting data
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal & written
• Great time-management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks
• An eagerness to learn and show initiative

What we offer in return:

At Taylor & Francis we care about our colleagues, promoting work-life balance, wellbeing, and flexible working. You will be joining a thriving business, working alongside an exceptional group of people. We believe that the skills and experience you bring to Taylor & Francis are invaluable. We want you to have the opportunity to develop your abilities, and to innovate and develop in areas which you are passionate about.

• An excellent work/life balance with a fantastic, flexible working culture.
• 25 days annual leave per year 
• 3 additional discretionary days for the holiday period at the end of the year
• 4 paid volunteering days each year
• AXA private medical
• Employee assistance program – offering 24/7 well-being support
• Bonus and commission (if applicable)
• Share Match – Plan that matches every share purchased with two free shares.
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance, plus optical and medical care.

Additional Information:

This role is a hybrid role and occasional travel to a Taylor & Francis office will be required 

Closing date: 10th May 2024

We want all our candidates to shine in our recruitment process. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to ensure you are able to show us your best self. This could include having the application form in a different format, more time for questions, or anything else – please ask us, we are happy to be flexible! Please contact [email protected]

Being Yourself at Taylor & Francis

 If you’re excited about working with Taylor & Francis to foster human progress through knowledge, we invite you to apply even if your existing skills and experience don’t fit every item listed above. At Taylor & Francis, we are at our best and most successful when colleagues can be themselves and contribute regardless of their identity or background. As a colleague, you will have the opportunity to further innovate and develop in areas that you are passionate about. Our goal is to empower you with the resources, incentives, and flexibility you need to enjoy success at work and to live a healthy, balanced life.

Taylor & Francis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in and value diversity of people and thought, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where all colleagues can learn and succeed as their true selves. Taylor & Francis recruits, develops, and retains colleagues without regard to any protected personal characteristics or other non-merit-based factor.

We genuinely care about our colleagues, promoting work-life balance, wellbeing, and flexible working. We believe that the skills and experience you bring to Taylor & Francis are invaluable. We want you to have the opportunity to develop your abilities, and to innovate and develop in areas which you are passionate about. To find out more about our business and the great career opportunities please go to our Careers Site: http://www.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/careers

Or better yet check out our LinkedIn ‘Life’ Page, highlighting our accomplishments, employees, and company culture. It’s also a good way of meeting our recruitment team, who will be happy to advise you on your journey here at T&F.

https://www.linkedin.com/company/taylor-&-francis-group/life/79e0c27c-afdf-4bbb-84e6-5f8ed5e10bb8/