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Marketing Executive

POSITION TITLE: Marketing Executive
DEPARTMENT: Marketing
SUPERVISOR: Marketing Manager - International
LOCATION: Rearsby, Leicestershire/Flexible
 
ABOUT:
 
W.F. Howes Ltd, is the UK’s leading audiobook, and large-print publisher, releasing over 850 new unabridged audiobooks every year. With a catalogue of over 6,000 titles the company distributes its content through all leading consumer and library vendors. W. F. Howes Ltd is the UK subsidiary of RBmedia.  
 
 
JOB FUNCTION:
 
To support the Marketing Manager in achieving the company goals, supporting both retail and libraries across all imprints within the UK, Europe and ANZ territories and to support the publishing strategy in achieving the best possible coverage for key titles in the UK and French markets. Fluent French speaker required.
 
 
JOB SPECIFICATION:
 
•    JOB SPECIFICATION:

Degree of Education:  Educated to degree level (preferably marketing, publishing or English related

Desirable Amount of Previous Experience:  3+ years’ relevant experience in Marketing  

Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

•    Structured and organized to manage multiple projects to strict deadlines
•    Effective communication skills at all levels, internal and external - Including working with retailers in France - French language skills essential
•    Highly literate for copywriting/proofing
•    French writing skills to support French Social Media channels
•    Good working knowledge of MS Office particularly Excel and PowerPoint 
•    Enthusiasm for books, publishing, and digital marketing
•    Knowledge of email marketing and Mailchimp preferred 


CONTACT:
 
If you would like to apply or learn more about this role, please email julian.holmes@wfhowes.co.uk
 
Note: strictly no agencies.

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