Junior Marketing Assistant (Retail Media)

Junior Marketing Assistant (Retail Media)
Short-term contract (10/11 weeks up until Xmas)
London
Inside IR35 via Umbrella

The Role

Our major retail client arelooking for a Retail Media Activation Assistant to support their busy and fast-paced team during the peak trading period between now and Christmas.

As a Retail Media Activation Assistant, you'll work closely with Activation Managers and Specialists to deliver a calendar of marketing initiatives agreed with brand partners. You'll primarily be responsible for activating online bookings, but may also support other below-the-line activities such as in-store windows, loyalty rewards, in-order sampling, and CRM placements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the annual calendar of initiatives agreed with clients.
• Write clear and effective briefs for the creative agency and internal channels.
• Manage onsite placements: source assets, use online platforms, and capture proof of execution.
• Brief and activate other below-the-line activities as needed.
• Monitor campaign performance and prepare post-campaign analysis (PCA) reports.
• Collaborate across teams to ensure timely delivery of milestones.
• Maintain strong client relationships and manage multiple campaigns simultaneously.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Highly organised and efficient, with a proactive mindset.
• Quick to learn and embrace key processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work under pressure.
• Evidence of effective client/stakeholder management.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Positive, flexible, and collaborative approach.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Interest in marketing or campaign management.
• Experience in data, insight, and analytics.
• Previous exposure to retail media or the retail sector.
• Marketing or business-related qualifications.

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