Overview

Full time, permanent position. Hybrid – 2 days London based office, 3 days WFH. Salary: £25k. Our client, The Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST), is a non-governmental organisation working within the global marine community to promote the scientific development of marine engineering, science, and technology. Spanning 129 countries, they bring together over 13,000 marine professionals worldwide and support their professional development.

They are now seeking an enthusiastic and versatile Marketing & Communications Assistant to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to gain exposure across a wide variety of projects, working with different teams and stakeholders, and helping to raise the Institute’s profile internationally.

Marketing And Communications Assistant, The Role

• Write and proofread copy for emails, social media, publications, and wider communications
• Support production of the quarterly Marine Professional membership magazine
• Upload, edit, and optimise video content for IMarEST TV and website platforms
• Maintain the Institute’s digital archive, ensuring new reports and publications are added regularly
• Coordinate and promote the Institute’s awards programme, liaising with judges and nominees
• Track engagement and provide insights on content and communications performance
• Support student engagement initiatives and help develop future membership pipelines
• Assist with event organisation, including conferences, dinners, webinars, and lectures
• Provide cross-team support to Marketing, Engagement, Membership, and Policy colleagues
• Represent IMarEST at key industry events, generating leads and raising the profile of the Institute

Marketing And Communications Assistant, The Person

• University degree or equivalent experience
• Strong knowledge of digital tools and publishing platforms (websites, video, social media)
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a sharp eye for detail
• Confident communicator, able to engage effectively at all levels
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Interest in science, engineering, or marine technologies is desirable
• Curious, proactive, and a strong team player

Marketing And Communications Assistant, The Benefits

• 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (plus closure between 25/12 and 1/01 inclusive)
• Private Medical Insurance – Bupa
• Life Assurance – 4x salary
• HSF Health Cashplan (including Perkbox)
• Income Protection (12 months qualifying service)
• Employer Pension Contribution – up to 11%
• Season Ticket Loan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discretionary bonus

This role may require travel within the UK and internationally and may involve hours outside of a standard working day.

Pure Human Resources Limited works in partnership with IMarEST in providing recruitment support. No applications from agencies please.