Events and Marketing Apprentice

Introduction

One of the UKs leading business communities connecting professionals, decision-makers through high-quality networking events, exhibitions & conferences with a proven track record of fostering valuable relationships & business opportunities, providing a platform for those seeking visibility, growth, collaboration & meaningful connections.

About the Employer

About The Business Growth Network

The Business Growth Network is one of the UK's leading business networking and events organisations, connecting professionals, entrepreneurs and business leaders through networking events, conferences, exhibitions and business growth initiatives.

We work with businesses of all sizes to help them build valuable relationships, increase their visibility across the UK.

As an Events & Marketing Apprentice, you will play an important role in supporting the delivery and promotion of our events while gaining hands-on experience across marketing, administration, customer engagement and event management.

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access opportunities that support growth. Our portfolio includes regular networking events, membership programmes, business exhibitions and large-scale conferences held

The Role

This is a varied and exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in events and marketing support. You will work closely with the Operations Manager and wider team to help ensure our events, membership programme and marketing activities run smoothly.

You will gain practical experience across multiple areas of the business, including event planning, marketing campaigns, member communications and customer service.

What You'll Do

Marketing & Communications

• Create and schedule social media content across multiple platforms
• Assist with marketing campaigns promoting events, memberships and exhibitions
• Design welcome packs and member information materials
• Update website content, event listings and membership information
• Support the creation of promotional materials and marketing assets

Events & Exhibitions

• Assist with the planning and organisation of networking events, conferences and exhibitions
• Attend events when required to support event delivery and member engagement
• Support major events and exhibitions with administration, logistics and exhibitor communications
• Work with event partners to ensure they are fully prepared ahead of events
• Assist with venue and supplier coordination where required

Membership & Customer Support

• Email event attendees to confirm bookings and provide event information
• Follow up with prospective and existing members regarding membership opportunities and welcome packs over the telephone
• Handle incoming enquiries by email and telephone
• Build positive relationships with members, visitors and event partners
• Support membership retention and growth activities

Administration & Systems

• Maintain and update internal systems and databases
• Produce reports and updates for the Operations Manager
• Ensure customer records and event information remain accurate and up to date
• Assist with general office administration and operational support

Training Outcome

• Practical experience in marketing, events and business operations
• Exposure to major business exhibitions, conferences and networking events
• Experience working with business owners, professionals and event partners
• Ongoing training and support from an experienced team
• Hybrid working flexibility
• Opportunity to earn performance-related bonuses linked to membership growth

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 4 or above

Course Information

Course: Multi-channel marketer (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Sales, marketing and procurement

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Hybrid Working: Office and home-based working. There will be the opportunity to be involved in networking events, some may be in the evenings. Days and times to be confirmed.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Number of Positions Available: 2

Training Provider: SCCU LTD