N Brown – who we are and why work for us?
At N Brown, we’re committed to building a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment that values equality for all. Our vision is that by ‘championing inclusion, we’ll become the most loved and trusted fashion retailer’. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are, therefore, at the heart of our culture.
We’re a forward-thinking digital retailer with a financial services proposition to be proud of. We’re customer-obsessed, serving them through three core brands: JD Williams, Simply Be, and Jacamo. We’re experienced, with over 160 years of trading under our belt. We’re inclusive, as we believe in fashion without boundaries; and we’re sustainable, striving to make as little impact on the planet as possible.
The role
You will work closely with the Social & Influencer Lead, Brand Lead, buying teams and wider brand marketing team to plan and execute social media content cross Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest, in addition to planning gifted and paid influencer activity.
What’s in it for you?
24 days holiday (+ 8 bank holidays) with the option to buy an additional 10 days
Annual bonus scheme
Enhanced maternity and adoption leave
Access to Apricity, a self-funding IVF benefit at a reduced rate
Company pension with up to 8% N Brown contribution
Mental Health support both internally and externally, including access to our wellbeing champions and counselling services
A range of financial wellbeing support
Colleague discount across all N Brown brands
Onsite café with subsidised rates and local restaurant discounts!
Life Assurance and Private Medical Insurance
Paid volunteer time – all our colleagues can take a full day paid to volunteer for a charity of their choice
What will you do as a Social & Influencer Assistant at N Brown?
Co-ordinate content across multiple JD Williams social media channels including Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, YouTube and other relevant platforms.
Write social copy and publish all content to channels daily in line with the social calendar
Prepare social creative briefs and input social requirements into wider marketing briefs to enable the creation of inspirational social content fit for platform
Work confidently with the design and creative team to create on-brand social content
Manage the social calendar and omnichannel tracker ensuring it is kept up to date
Assist the Social & Influencer Lead on monitoring performance and analysing results for key campaigns
Liaise with the paid social team to ensure alignment across marketing and digital teams, for key activity and campaigns
Attend photoshoots to create inspiring behind the scenes social content
Produce a brand cultural calendar identifying events to mobilise content around
Identify key influencers to work with across Simply Be & JD Williams and make recommendations to Social & Influencer Leads and Head of Brand
Work with buying team to identify products to be sent to influencers and ambassadors
Monitor influencer activity and track influencer payments log to ensure influencers are paid for activity on time
Order product for shoots and influencer activity maintaining an order log for audit
Collaborate with the product department to monitor when stock will land to make informed decisions on product choices for shoots, campaigns and ambassador edits
Ensure relevant assets are shared on time to all internal and external channels
Produce activity summary making recommendations on activity
Understand brand tone of voice and ensure consistency in all communications
Understand product range and brand technologies, confidently communicating them across all channels
Complete competitor audits and monitor social trends, keeping abreast of trends from lifestyle and fashion through to home, beauty and technical categories.
What skills and experience will you have?
You will have ideally a degree or equivalent and a strong interest in Marketing
Knowledge of and a demonstrable interest in fashion clothing and/or interior design would be advantageous
Strong copywriting skills with attention to detail is essential
Organisational and administrative skills
Computer literate with intermediate level skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Email
Knowledge of all social media platforms: Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, YouTube and emerging platforms
Able to organise self with a flexible attitude
Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Our promise to you:
We’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
What happens when you apply to a role at N Brown?
As soon as we receive your application, we’ll send you an email to let you know. We always aim to come back to you as soon as possible with an update and we really appreciate you taking the time to apply for a role with us. Good luck