Introduction

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Marketing Apprentice to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a career in marketing while gaining valuable hands-on experience within the construction industry.

About the Employer

Gipping is an award-winning regional construction company delivering high-quality projects across a range of sectors, including commercial, education, healthcare, residential, and community developments. We are committed to excellence, sustainability, and creating a positive impact in the communities where we work.

We employ between 35-40 staff based either at our head office in Baylham, or on various sites across East Anglia.

We have won multiple awards, most recently as a finalist in the East Anglian Daily Times, Suffolk Business of the Year, Customer Excellence category. We have held the Investors in People Gold Accreditation for over 8 years.

We became an Employee Owned Trust in 2023.

What You'll Do

Day to day responsibilities will include:

Assist in creating content for social media platforms, including LinkedIn, Instagram, and the company website
Develop project case studies, news articles, and company updates
Support the production of marketing materials, presentations, brochures, and award submissions
Monitor and update website content to ensure information remains accurate and engaging
Capture and organise project photography, videos, and marketing assets
Assist with marketing campaigns and internal communications
Support the organisation of company events, exhibitions, careers fairs, and community engagement activities
Visit live construction sites
Help track marketing performance and prepare basic reports on campaign effectiveness
Maintain project information
Ensure all marketing activity reflects the company’s brand guidelines and values
Assist with social value reporting and analysis

Training Outcome

Support and mentoring from experienced professionals
Opportunities to attend industry events and networking activities
Career progression opportunities within a growing regional construction business
Further training to support career progression

Skills Required

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Positive & Proactive Attitude
Task management
Professional and Approachable
Microsoft Office Knowledge
Interest in marketing
Interest in communications
Interest in digital media
Social media/content creation
Canva Experience (desirable)
Interest in construction
Interest in architecture
Interest in sustainability
Interest in built environment
Interest in photography

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - maths and English - A*-B/9-5

Course Information

Course: Multi-channel marketer (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Sales, marketing and procurement

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm with a 30-minute lunch break each day.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: COLCHESTER INSTITUTE

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