Marketing and Events Executive

At IGDwereproud to be a Great Place to Work where our people are empowered to grow inspired to lead and ready to make a difference. At the heart of that experience is how we attract welcome and support new colleagues to join us.

Thatswhere you come in.

Werelookingfor aMarketing & Events Executive-a creativeorganisedand proactive individual who is passionate about food and shaping the future of the food system. This hybrid role blendsmarketing deliverywithevent coordination making it perfect for someone who enjoys variety pace and working collaboratively across teams.

You will support the planning and execution of campaigns and events that inspireinformand engage our industry

Whatyoulldo

Marketingcampaigndelivery

• Support the planningcoordinationand execution of integrated marketing campaigns across email social web and paid/organic channels.

• Build and schedule marketing emails newsletters and customer journeys using CRM/automation tools.

• Draftproofand publish campaign content including social posts and marketing collateral.

• Work with internal teams to ensure messages areaccurate aligned andon-brand.

Content creation &brandsupport

• Assistin creating writtenvisualand multimedia content to support campaigns and brand storytelling.

• Brief and collaborate with Design to create assets such as social graphics documents webvisualsand promotional materials.

• Maintain consistency of brand tone visualidentityand messaging across all channels.

Digital marketing &reporting

• Work with CX to update web pages eventlistingsand product information.

• Monitor analytics across email social and web producing regular reports with insights.

• Maintainaccurateaudience data in CRM and uphold data quality standards.

Event communication

• Schedule prepare and send event communications including invitations confirmations joining instructionsremindersandpost eventfollow-ups.

• Ensure comms plans are aligned across teams and delivered on time.

• Maintainaccurateinvitee and attendee information across CRM and event platforms.

Attendee engagement &customerservice

• Respond to attendee enquiries professionally and efficiently.

• Monitor registration progress and produce weekly event reports for internal and external stakeholders.

• Liaise with attendees partners and senior stakeholders (includingC-suite) with clarity and confidence.

Event planning &onsitesupport

• Coordinate event assets including guest lists table plans badgessignageand materials.

• Work with Design and internal stakeholders on event brandingvisualsand exhibition requirements.

• Provide onsite support including registration welcome setup and derig.

• Coordinate couriers catering andlogisticswhen.

Cross FunctionalResponsibilities

• Champion collaborative working between Marketing Events CX/UX and Design teams.

• Maintain internal documentation including action logs agendassummariesandfollow-ups.

• Track progress flag risks and resolve issues proactively.

• Keep shared folders campaign plans and records organised and up to date.

Whatwerelooking for

Energy & Attitude

• A naturally enthusiasticpositiveand proactive approach.

• Resilienceadaptabilityand strong personal drive.

Skills & experience

• Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail

• Experience in marketing events campaignsupportor project coordination (preferred but not essential).

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Confidence using CRMs CMSplatformsor marketing/event tools

• Ability to prioritise effectively across multiple deadlines.

Industry passion

• Genuine interest in the food and grocery industry.

• Curiosity to learn and stay informed about trends.

Personal strengths

• A collaborative team player who enjoys working with others.

• Calm under pressuresolution focusedand reliable.

• Committed to deliveringhigh-qualitywork.

The rewards

We offer a range of benefits including a market leading pension a bonus scheme the ability to buy and sell annual leave plus a generous medical insurance package. You will have a great work-life balance where you are empowered & trusted to manage your time.

The location

We areoperatinga hybrid approach to working with a mix of home and office-based working. We are based in a very accessible location within the M25 just 20 miles fromCentral London.

Our behaviours

Werehungry for better

We solve it together

We make it happen

We say what needs to be said

More about our people

Werelooking for inspiring professionals; talented people whoseekpersonal and career growth and are ambitious to develop their potential and unlock opportunities for society for ourclientsand themselves.

Weseekand attract thevery bestpeople and create an environment that supports and includes them. We aim to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their contribution. We welcome applications from diverse candidates.Please discuss any adjustments that you mayrequirethroughout theselectionand assessment process.

More about IGD

We are a strategicinsight foresight and learning organisation. Here to unite the industry andbenefit society. We invest all our profit into Social Impact.

We foster collaboration through a broad range of forums bringing together businesses policymakers and thought leaders. Byprovidingevidence-based insights credible research and strategic foresight we help organisations make informed decisions thatbenefittheir operationsandcontribute to the collective good of society.

Required Experience:

Junior IC