Careers Opportunities

Marketing Assistant - Full Time, Brompton on Swale, North Yorkshire

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Marketing Assistant to join award-winning Artist Lucy Pittaway and our dynamic marketing team.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to and develop our marketing strategy, working closely with the Head of Marketing to drive brand awareness, customer engagement, and business growth.
The ideal candidate will support various marketing initiatives, contributing to the overall success of our campaigns. This role requires a blend of creativity and organisational skills, as well as familiarity with digital marketing tools and platforms. If you are passionate about marketing and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities as our Marketing Assistant

• Campaign Management: Assist in the development and execution of marketing campaigns across multiple channels, including social media, email marketing, and Google Ads.
• Project Management: Support key projects by coordinating tasks, timelines, and resources for various marketing projects agreed with your line manager.
• Advertising: Manage the online and offline advertising schedule, booking adverts, and negotiating with our external partners to obtain competitive rates.
• Research: Conduct market research to identify trends and opportunities for growth.
• Copy Writing: Create compelling copy for various online and offline platforms, including websites, newsletters, press releases and promotional materials when and where required.
• Website: Assist in maintaining the company website and liaising with our website provider to complete daily tasks and projects.
• Ideas: Collaborate with team members to brainstorm ideas for new marketing strategies and initiatives.
• Analytics and Reporting: Track and report on marketing campaign performance, including KPIs and ROI. Use data insights to refine strategies, ensuring campaigns meet goals and support business growth.
• Events: Plan, deliver and execute events and provide a summary report as to their      success.
• Collaboration and Communication: Liaise with other departments, including Galleries, Design, Framing, and Fulfliment, to ensure cohesive marketing efforts. Build relationships with external partners, such as agencies and suppliers, to support campaign delivery.
• Provide administrative support to the marketing and design team as needed.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Proficiency in Mailchimp, Aero Commerce (or equivalent) and Adobe Creative Suite is desirable.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent copywriting skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Highly organised with strong time management abilities.
• Familiarity with marketing analytics tools
• Google Ads is an advantage but not essential.
• Experience working within a retail environment
• A proactive attitude towards learning new skills and adapting to changing environments.



If you are ready to take the next step in your marketing career and contribute to exciting projects within this exciting business, we look forward to receiving your application.

Salary:

£25,000 - £27,000 per annum (Age dependant)

Job Type:

Full-time position

Benefits:

Employee Discount
Employee Assistance Programme

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

For more information or to apply for this role, please send your CV and covering letter to hr@lucypittaway.co.uk

Sales Assistant - Part Time, Newcastle Upon Tyne, - 6 month contract

Sales Assistant required to join our Team at the Lucy Pittaway Art Gallery in Newcastle. 
We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a proven track record in sales and eagerness to learn as part of a commission-based sales team. Commission is earned on all artwork sales, which will increase the hourly rate.

The role will primarily be a customer-facing sales role. However, there will also be some behind-the-scenes work including email and telephone sales, organising stock, and processing artwork. The successful candidate will have a passion for sales and be able to demonstrate excellent customer service skills. There may also be a requirement to work occasionally at events in the local area.

Role Requirements:

• Experience in retail sales, handling payments, and managing a till.
• Excellent customer service: face-to-face, telephone, and via email.
• Availability to work weekends and weekdays.
• Flexibility to work over a 7-day rota.
• Handling pictures and other stock items; sometimes large and/or heavy.
• Attention to detail.
• Good level of numeracy.

Candidate Requirements:

• Retail/sales experience essential.
• Familiarity with EPOS systems an advantage.
• Willingness to undertake a broad range of tasks.
• Must display a 'can do' attitude.
• Ability to operate effectively in a busy retail environment.
• Comfortable working alone at times and with a team.

Job Type:

Salary:

£11.44 per hour (Age dependant)

Benefits:

Employee Discount
Employee Assistance Programme

Schedule:

7-day rota

For more information or to apply for this role, please send your CV and covering letter to hr@lucypittaway.co.uk