Marketing & Business Development Executive
Remote Recruitment
Job Title
Marketing & Business Development Executive
An established UK-based construction marketing agency is seeking a dynamic, hands-on Marketing & Business Development Executive to become the right hand to the Founder.
This is a pivotal role within a boutique agency that partners with architects, contractors, and industrial businesses across the UK. Following a period of restructuring, the business is now lean, focused, and ready for smart, sustainable growth. The Founder is looking for one exceptional full-time professional to consolidate marketing, CRM, and client-facing responsibilities currently managed by multiple freelancers.
This role is ideal for a proactive self-starter who thrives on ownership, enjoys variety, and brings both creative marketing expertise and confident client communication skills. You will play a key part in shaping client campaigns, managing proposals, and supporting warm business development efforts — all while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Marketing (Primary Focus)
* Manage and execute social media content across client accounts
* Create and schedule email marketing campaigns using Mailchimp
* Write high-quality, original copy tailored to different audiences (e.g. architects vs industrial clients)
* Edit and amend client marketing materials using Adobe InDesign
* Design supporting visual content using Canva
* Maintain consistent tone of voice across all client communications
* Ensure all copy is human-written and aligned with brand standards
* Support campaign planning and implementation
Business Development & Administration (Secondary Focus)
* Manage and maintain HubSpot CRM (including system migration support)
* Create polished, professional proposals using Better Proposals
* Conduct warm outreach calls (referral-based — no cold calling)
* Run initial screening calls with prospective clients before handover to the Founder
* Assist with general marketing administration and reporting
* Support diary coordination and pipeline tracking
Qualifications & Experience
Essential Requirements:
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in a marketing executive or similar role
* Strong experience with social media management and email marketing (Mailchimp preferred)
* Advanced proficiency inAdobe InDesign(non-negotiable)
* Strong Canva skills
* Proven copywriting ability with clear understanding of tone-of-voice adaptation
* Comfortable and confident conducting video calls with UK-based clients
* Experience using HubSpot CRM (or similar CRM systems)
* Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently
* Positive, professional and engaging communication style
* Reliable laptop, stable high-speed internet connection, and quiet workspace
* Willingness to use a UK phone system (e.g. Zoom Phone)
Important:
* Client work must be fully human-written. AI-generated copy is not acceptable.
* A portfolio of previous marketing and design work is required as part of the application.
Ideal Candidate Profile
* Energetic, warm and personable
* Organised and detail-oriented
* Commercially aware and confident speaking to business owners
* Comfortable working in a growing business environment
* Able to take initiative without constant direction
* Solutions-focused with a “can-do” mindset