Marketing Officer
Marketing Officer
Specific Purpose (Maternity Cover - 9-12 months) – 37.5 hours per week
Starting Salary £26,500 p.a. + Bonus + Benefits
Ref: fe/23/18
Important information for candidates:
firmus energy use reserve lists for positions where more than one candidate is deemed suitable for a position. Reserve lists are in place for 12 months during which reserve candidates will be offered the same or similar post should one become available during this time.
Specific Purpose Contracts only:
Should a permanent Marketing Officer vacancy arise during the course of the Specific Purpose Contract, the successful candidate will be offered the position on a permanent basis subject to pre-specified conditions.
firmus energy is responsible for the construction and operation of a gas network of over 2,200km across 35 cities, towns and villages across Northern Ireland. As well as connecting customers across its own licensed area, firmus energy, the largest gas supplier by consumption in Northern Ireland, supplies over 110,000 customers powering Northern Irelands homes and businesses.
firmus energy continues to put sustainability at the forefront of its business model, with every connection to gas from oil securing a 52% reduction in carbon emissions. However this is only the first step, and firmus energy will continue on its pathway to net zero, with its modern network being a key enabler to Northern Ireland achieving targets set. The future looks bright at firmus energy, and for those who are part of our team. We offer excellent remuneration and benefits packages, together with comprehensive training and development programmes and the opportunity to excel in challenging and developing roles.
The role:
Reporting to the Marketing Manager, the Marketing Officer will assist in the implementation of firmus energy’s marketing activities. The Marketing Officer must demonstrate a broad and in depth understanding of the full range of marketing disciplines, and how they come together to create integrated communications and impact. They must also have a hands-on approach across all operational areas, taking responsibility for day to day projects and activities.
About the role
Key Accountabilities:
Create graphics, brochures, leaflets, and ad hoc marketing material for for external and internal communications.
Manage the company website updates. Identify effectiveness and impact of current marketing initiatives with tracking and analysis, and optimize accordingly
Work alongside the firmus energy digital agency to develop campaigns, artwork and designs.
Alongside Marketing Manager manage all direct mail campaigns
Liaise closely with internal teams, ensuring that marketing activities are targeted appropriately and are relevant to chosen audiences
Ensure consistency of brand in all corporate communications and across all media & platforms
Oversee the website and organic social media strategy by developing and maintaining various platforms with updated and engaging content
Assist with various internal and external company events
Coordination of media and stakeholder relations with PR agency, including exhibitions and installer events, supporting the sales programme, corporate announcements, sponsorship activities, and involvement in corporate social responsibility initiatives
Act as role model to promote, develop and maintain a culture of teamwork both within own area and across all internal teams
Any other duties as directed by the Marketing Manager
The Individual:
The successful candidate will be a results driven, flexible individual, who is comfortable working to and achieving agreed marketing targets and budgets. They will be a self-starter, demonstrating the following attributes at the highest level.
Excellent graphic design skills and experience with Canva, Adobe InDesign and Adobe Photoshop
Experience using Website Content Management System
First class organisational and time management skills with a creative flair
A positive attitude, demonstrating initiative and proactivity
Excellent communication and IT skills, and be comfortable interacting with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
Possess drive and initiative, with the ability to work to and achieve agreed targets and budgets
A flexible approach to working and be willing to become proficient in all areas of marketing operations
Available to work at marketing events outside of core hours.
What you will need
Required criteria
- A degree in Marketing, Interactive Multimedia Design or relevant discipline, with a minimum of 1 year experience in a fast-paced Marketing design role
- Experience creating artwork using design software (Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Canva)
- Highly computer and web literate, with experience in CMS
- First class communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of all aspects of marketing disciplines
- Excellent organisational skills, including the ability to work on a diverse set of projects at one time, prioritising and producing high quality work to strict deadlines
- Possess a full current driving licence
Desired criteria
- Digital Marketing Qualification
Professional skills you’ll need for this job opportunity
Marketing
Ability to Identify and Anticipate needs
Digital Marketing and Advertising Skills
Sponsorship/Exhibitions
Video Skills
Creativity
Organisational skills
firmus energy
firmus energy is going through a period of change not only in how we deliver energy for the future but in how we attract and retain talent and provide a great working experience. That’s why we’re committed to becoming an employer of choice, both for the benefit of our people, and the organsation. Why not join us on our journey to a cleaner, brighter future as we transition towards more renewable sources of energy? We look forward to hearing from you.
An award-winning, Top 100 energy business based in Antrim with almost 130 employees. We design & build gas networks across NI and supply natural gas to over 110,000 homes and businesses. Established in 2005 we built our network over 35 towns and cities in our original Ten Towns and Belfast. Our network is more than 2,200km, the equivalent of laying mains from Antrim to Frankfurt! We have an important job to do helping deliver reliable and sustainable green gas to heat homes, power factories, universities and critical services. Information for candidates: We use reserve lists for positions where more than one candidate is deemed suitable. Reserve lists are for 12 months during which reserve candidates will be offered the same or similar post should one become available.
Specific Purpose (temporary) Contracts: Should a permanent vacancy arise during the course of a Specific Purpose Contract, the successful candidate will be offered the position on a permanent basis where eligible. What makes firmus energy a great place to work. We are a values-based, award-winning energy business with a family-feel. We are committed to offering rewarding and challenging careers in the energy sector and provide excellent remuneration and benefits packages, not least hybrid working for all staff. We care about our people, the environment and the communities we work in and we have fun too. Why not join us on our journey to a cleaner, brighter future as we transition towards more renewable sources of energy.
Our benefits
At firmus energy we provide an excellent total rewards offering including an annual bonus for everyone, regardless of position with pay reviews being undertaken every year. We understand that a healthy workplace improves employees' overall wellbeing and are committed to providing an extensive array of wellbeing initiatives. We have dedicated Mental Health First Aiders and offer Private Medical Insurance to everyone from day one of employment.
Health insurance
Vacation, Paid time off
Performance bonuses
Paid sick days
Retirement plan and/or pension
Office perks
Employee development programs
Employee discounts
Gym membership or wellness programs
Free parking
Open office
Company retreats
Competitive salary
Life insurance
Event tickets
Family and friends rates
Long service recognition
Employee Assistance Scheme
Wellbeing Scheme
Office Games and Gaming
Work With Charities
Employee Recognition Scheme
Marketing Officer
firmus energy is going through a period of change not only in how we deliver energy for the future but in how we attract and retain talent and provide a great working experience. That’s why we’re committed to becoming an employer of choice, both for the benefit of our people, and the organsation. Why not join us on our journey to a cleaner, brighter future as we transition towards more renewable sources of energy? We look forward to hearing from you.