Marketing and Business Development Apprentice

Assist with day-to-day and ad hoc social media activity (LinkedIn and Instagram) Support with the creation of mailings and forms (we use Vuture for this) Help maintain internal BD resources such as credentials, team materials and best-practice guides Run conflict checks ahead of content being produced for clients and targets Assist with research to support BD activity, targeting, pitches and wider planning Support BD with day-to-day coordination including trackers, follow-up actions and preparing meeting materials; Upload approved content to the website and support ongoing updates Help maintain and update the CRM system, supporting data accuracy and marketing list preparation Help prepare and upload content to internal communications channels; and Book and coordinate award event attendance

The successful candidate will ideally possess the following:

Strong written English and excellent attention to detail Curiosity about marketing, digital platforms and business development within a professional environment A positive, proactive attitude and a genuine desire to learn; An interest in how AI tools can make day-to-day tasks quicker and easier and confidence using them in a sensible, practical way Confidence to ask questions, contribute ideas and work with colleagues across the firm Good commercial awareness or the ability to develop it Strong organisational skills and the ability to juggle multiple tasks and a problem-solving mindset -  able to connect the dots, think logically and use initiative

Training:

Why choose our Multi-Channel Marketer Apprenticeship?

QA’s Multi-Channel Marketer Level 3 apprenticeship provides a solid foundation of practical skills integral to becoming competent in fast-paced marketing roles.

It is widely accepted that we are facing a severe crisis when it comes to the gap between digital skills needed by employers and available talent. QA designed our workplace learning programmes to help organisations and individuals build in-demand marketing capabilities across channels, both by finding and developing new talent and through the upskilling of existing teams.

QA’s Multi-Channel Marketer Level 3 apprenticeship programme enables the apprentice to:

Learn the necessary skills to enhance business performance in the marketplace Develop knowledge, skills and behaviours aligned to the Mutli-Channel Marketer apprenticeship standard, being able to apply them in context

Gain the following qualifications upon successful completion of the programme:

Level 3 Multi-Channel Marketer Apprenticeship Standard

Tools and technologies learned:

Apprentices will learn to use Google Analytics, SurveyMonkey, WordPress, Hootsuite, Mailchimp, Canva, Powtoon, Moz, W3Schools, JDoodle and all the major social media networks.

Training Outcome:
90% of QA apprentices secure permanent employment after completing: this is 20% higher than the national average

Employer Description:

Macfarlanes is a pre-eminent law firm that serves a global client base in private capital, private wealth, M&A and disputes. Personal connection, an entrepreneurial spirit and a commitment to excellence are at the heart of our firm. These values drive our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients.

We are big enough to undertake the most complex and demanding mandates yet small enough to know each other well and to be agile, adapting to the needs of our clients. We seek to strengthen the firm by recruiting talented people from all backgrounds who want to build long-lasting and impactful careers with us. Our culture is challenging and supportive, creating an environment where individuals can thrive.

Working Hours :
5 days a week in the office based in close proximity to 20 Cursitor Street, London EC4A 1LT. 2 year Fixed-term contract (inclusive of 18 month apprenticeship programme) 9.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday inclusive each week.

Skills:
Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Proactive attitude,Strong writing skills,Genuine desire to learn,Problem solving mindset,Commercial awareness