We’re not your typical law firm – we’re people with a passion for helping our clients and each other achieve the best possible outcomes. We are leading legal advisers to the insurance and commercial sectors across the UK & Ireland, known for our innovation, client focus, and long-lasting relationships. We do things differently, with a forward-thinking approach built around our clients’ needs, supported by cutting-edge technology and a culture built around people from a wide range of backgrounds who are taking an equally wide range of routes to building their careers in law.

We are looking for a Marketing Executive to join our highly regarded team at HF Manchester. As a Marketing Executive you will have a wide array of responsibilities and the opportunity to directly influence the way marketing initiatives are developed and implemented. Reporting to the firms Marketing Manager and working closely with our BD Director and the wider BD and Marketing team, you will play an essential role in strengthening HF’s marketing efforts. The Business Development & Marketing team comprises of ambitious professionals who all play a central in the wider firms growth activities. Our team thrives in an engaging and creative atmosphere, consistently delivering exceptional outcomes for both internal and external clients.

You will be instrumental in engaging in email and social media marketing, content management systems, and digital design. You will have the chance to cultivate a diverse skill set with the chance to delve into web design, SEO, events and wider BD activity.

To be successful in this role you should possess enthusiasm and effective communication skills – both written and verbal. While experience and qualifications are advantageous, we primarily value potential.

You will perform various marketing tasks, coordination of initiatives as well as ongoing support across a range of marketing projects.

What will I be doing?

• Perform website marketing content management and optimization in order to increase the user experience, penetration and conversion rates, including content and graphics creation, as well as implementation and measurement of related key indicators.
• Set up, configure and manage tracking and reporting of marketing campaigns, surveys and online activities.
• Create, write and edit various marketing, training and sales related communications, including marketing handouts, PowerPoint presentations, e-mail and postal mailings and website / social media texts.
• Assist team members with day to day marketing tasks and conference preparation, as requested.
• Assist with the production of brand design materials including the development and maintenance of product logos within the confines of the HF brand.
• Coordinate internal marketing initiatives with the wider HF business development and marketing teams such as participation in client pitches, proposals etc.
• Work with the HF technical teams as well as the wider IT development teams in relation to the co-ordination and marketing of HF digital products.
• Assist in the production of ongoing competitor analysis and reporting, with a particular reference to content coverage and online presentation.

What do I need?

• Experience of a working in a tried and tested marketing role with at least 18 months experience.
• A graduate, while not a prerequisite, graduates are encouraged to apply
• Previous experience delivering marketing campaigns in a professional services environment.
• An organised, proactive, effective communicator with a high degree of capability across all Microsoft office products as well as potential experience of designing and delivering client focussed collateral.
• Experience of using Indesign or similar products
• Proficient in verbal and written communication, particularly in producing rapid and accurate copy
• Possesses creative thinking skills
• Confidently engages with individuals at all organizational levels, and effectively interacts with third parties such as photographers and design agencies
• Displays impeccable attention to detail, especially in proofreading, grammar, and spelling
• Balances teamwork with the courage to question existing processes and introduce novel concepts
• Displays rapid learning abilities, exercises initiative, thrives under pressure, and adeptly manages priorities
• Ability to support across several projects and marketing activities at any one time.

What’s in it for you?

Apart from the competitive salary you’d expect, our package of benefits reflects our values of partnership, innovation, and being real people. We’re committed to creating a dynamic workplace where everyone feels supported, empowered, and part of our success.

• 25 days’ annual leave (rising to 30 with service) + Holiday Buy Scheme
• Life Insurance & Income Protection
• Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP services
• Pension Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave
• Hybrid & Flexible Working Options
• Discounted Gym Membership & Employee Discount Hub
• Flu & Eyecare Vouchers – and more!

What next?

If HF sounds like a place where you could belong, we'd love to learn more about you!

Submit your CV here and we’ll be in touchif we have any opportunities that match your experience and interests. If we don’t have something right now, we’ll keep your details on file and may reach out in the future as part of ourtalent pipeline.