Bids And Marketing Assistant

About Lindum:
Lindum Group is a family run construction business which has been operating successfully since 1956 and have featured in the top 100 of The Sunday Times Best Companies to Work For. We have offices based in Lincoln, York and Peterborough and manage New Builds, Refurbishments and Maintenance projects across England.
The role:
An opportunity has risen for a hardworking, competent and enthusiastic individual to join our busy Group Marketing Department, based at our offices in Lincoln. The role offers an exciting chance to become a valued member of our close-knit Team, assisting with a variety of activities which include:
• Writing Bids and answering questions for tenders, frameworks and pre-qualification questionnaires.
• Sourcing information from colleagues, suppliers and clients for use in marketing materials.
• Creating promotional marketing materials such as brochures and letters using established guidelines.
• Represent Lindum at a range of events including careers fairs, business expos, sod-cutting photoshoots and project completion ceremonies.
• Liaise with site teams for project progress updates and visit sites at various stages of completion to take photos and gather information for use in tenders and Marketing materials and creating project profiles for completed jobs.
• Working closely with our PR and Communications Manager to monitor media coverage, identify and research news stories and write copy, articles and press releases.
• Assist with the company’s social media activity and regular updating of company websites using Wordpress CMS.
• Provide ad hoc support within the team and remain flexible to vary and develop the role.
What We’re Looking For:
Qualifications and Experience
A Degree in English, Marketing, Public Relations or Journalism (or similar) would be an advantage.
A full driving licence is essential, as the role involves work-related travel using company vehicles.
‘The difference is our people’ and above all we are seeking someone with the right skills and attitude.
You must be a team player, willing to learn and share ideas and work closely with colleagues responsible for the Group’s Marketing, PR and Communications, Bids and Business Development.
You must be able to work flexibly under pressure, multitask to meet deadlines and proactively self-manage a variable workload. We are seeking a candidate who is confident working without supervision and can use their initiative to ‘get things done’ and research unfamiliar subjects.
The successful candidate must be able to write clearly, concisely and accurately. You must have sound copywriting skills and the ability to identify significant information and produce high quality written material and engaging content.
You must be a confident communicator and able to build relationships with colleagues at all levels of the business. The role involves regular contact with clients, end users and other external contacts. Being well-presented and professional is essential.
You must be competent using Microsoft Office. Experience with graphic/visual design would be an advantage, specifically use of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and/or InDesign, although training will be given.
Employment Terms and Benefits:
The role is full-time, 40 hours per week (8.00am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday) and based at our offices on Lindum Business Park on Station Road, North Hykeham.
Why Lindum Group?
You'll be joining a well-established, employee and family-owned company where ‘the difference is our people’ and the ‘best argument wins’. At Lindum everyone’s contribution is valued equally, and we take pride in our working environment, with colleagues developing new skills and unlocking their fullest potential every day.
Upon joining Lindum, you will be able to access a plethora of benefits which includes pension, profit related pay, employee share scheme, health and wellbeing initiatives, employee discounts, on-site parking, access to our Plant Services as well as ongoing personal and professional learning and development opportunities.
How to apply:
To apply, please complete the application form below and attach your CV or send an email to recruitment@lindumgroup.co.uk. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications, so if you are interested, please submit your application, or get in touch as soon as possible.
We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer and are committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. We therefore welcome applications from all suitably skilled and qualified applicants.
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