German Speaking Pr & Marketing Assistant

The Company

The company is a leading exhibition/trade fair organiser and publisher within a range of engineering, transport, textiles, trade and technical sectors, working internationally including in Europe, the USA and Asia. Established in 1965 the company is privately owned, expanding and looking to develop its activities in exhibitions, publishing and the internet, by both new product development and acquisition.

The Position

We are currently looking to recruit a fluent German speaking PR & Marketing Assistant to provide full administrative support, plus assisting with a variety of Marketing/PR activities; relating to the preparation and staging of trade events. Some overseas travel maybe necessary. This role will suit candidates with strong administrative skills, plus a background in PR/Marketing or Advertising.

Key Tasks

•To assist with media buying and advertising campaigns
•Booking advertising space
•Negotiate media rates when required
•To assist with the coordination of press activities and press events
•Dealing with telephone enquiries from journalists, exhibitors and visitors
•To assist with the production of sales support literature
•Copywriting promotional and PR material
•Creating and delivering mailings
•Updating websites
•Day-to-day administration
•Market research
•Proof-reading of sales and press documents
•Database management

Skills, Knowledge, Experience:
•Excellent command of the English language, with a good knowledge of German
•Previous experience or background in a PR/Marketing or advertising role is essential
•Have excellent creative copywriting skills
•Be able to multitask, ability to work to tight deadlines, with close attention to detail
•Be a flexible team player, committed to be able to deal with people at all levels
•Eye for design
•A strong administrative flair
•Strong interpersonal and organisation skills
•High level of computer literacy, including knowledge of Word, Excel and HTLM
•Proactive, responsive and ability to work under pressure
•Strong communication skills, both written and oral

The duties and responsibilities in this job description are intended to be indicative but not exhaustive of the responsibilities of the postholder. As develops, the requirements of the job may develop and change. The postholder will be expected to adapt to these changes.