Details
1105823
De Montfort University (Leicester)
13/12/2025
Temp - Perm
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Business Dress
Pay
£13.84
£1.67
Description
Role
Unitemps, a campus-based recruitment agency and we collaborate with local businesses within the Leicestershire area; we work on a wide range of roles, from student-oriented positions to professional roles, offering a diverse array of opportunities. Recognizing the unique needs of students, we successfully maintain a database comprising a mix of students and local candidates. 
There are several benefits to engaging with Unitemps at DMU:
Networking Opportunities: Through Unitemps, you may have the chance to work with various departments at the university and to engage with Leicestershire businesses.
Professional Development: Many positions available through Unitemps may offer opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
Career Progression: Some temporary positions may lead to permanent employment within the university, giving you a potential pathway for long-term career advancement.
Contribution to the University Community: By working with Unitemps at DMU, you become a part of the university community and can contribute to its success and growth.
THE ROLE
We are looking for a motivated Digital Marketing & Content Executive to support our Leicester based client. This is a part time role requiring minimum commitment of 20 hours per week, and strong performers will have the chance to move into a long-term or permanent role.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys social media, newsletters, and content creation. You’ll work directly with senior founders, gaining hands-on exposure to how a global venture is built. Day-to-day work includes creating social media posts, supporting our newsletter, researching on international trade opportunities, trends, regulations etc, basic admin tasks, and helping organise events. It’s a bonus if you have skills in video editing, image design, podcast editing, or general content tools.
You should be confident in producing and optimising content across social media, email, and web platforms, with a strong understanding of digital analytics to measure performance and improve ROI.
You will be required to work from the clients Leicester based office for minimum 2 days a week.
Duties and responsibilities
- Develop and manage engaging content for website, social media channels, email campaigns, newsletters, flyers, and press releases.
- Collaborate with internal teams to produce multimedia content (videos, graphics, animations) that showcases services, case studies, and international trade updates.
- Plan and execute social media campaigns across LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and tone of voice.
- Monitor, analyse, and report on campaign performance using Google Analytics, Meta Business Suite, and LinkedIn Insights; optimise campaigns to maximise engagement, conversions, and ROI.
- Manage and optimise website content and SEO performance, ensuring technical and on-page best practices are followed.
- Conduct competitor analysis and market research to inform digital strategy and support lead generation initiatives.
- Coordinate and execute paid advertising campaigns including PPC, Google Ads, LinkedIn, and Meta, with a focus on measurable results and cost efficiency.
- Support the creation and distribution of targeted email and CRM campaigns using platforms such as Mailchimp, Beehiiv, ensuring effective audience segmentation and follow-up.
- Align digital marketing activities with wider business goals, collaborating closely with sales, operations, and management teams to ensure consistency and performance tracking
Skills and experience
We are seeking a creative and analytical individual who can manage multiple digital campaigns while maintaining attention to detail and brand consistency. The ideal candidate will have the ability to understand product and service placement to create SEO enriched content, optimising both front end content and backend SEO.
- 2+ years of experience in digital marketing, social media, or content creation.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar design tools.
- Familiarity with CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress), SEO tools, and Google Analytics.
- Strong analytical skills with experience reporting on ROI, conversion rates, and lead metrics.
- Knowledge of CRM systems (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce) and email automation tools.
- Excellent writing, editing, and visual communication skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Experience with paid media campaigns and performance tracking.
- Knowledge of B2B marketing and industrial sectors is a plus.
- The candidate should be proactive, adaptable, and capable of collaborating with internal teams and founders to bring campaigns to life, while also taking initiative to explore new digital opportunities.
- Excellent communication skills are essential, with the ability to translate data insights into actionable recommendations and engage both internal stakeholders and external audiences effectively
Location
Leicester
Benefits
Our client is a fast-growing startup, an innovative Trade Tech SaaS platform designed to empower micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) anywhere in the world, aiming for international expansion. With a focus on leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) for trade facilitation, the platform provides MSMEs anywhere in the world with tools to connect with global networks, access market insights, and receive expert guidance efficiently. The platform addresses the £5 trillion untapped export opportunity predominantly found within the MSME sector, which is often overlooked by existing solutions.
This part-time, temp-to-permanent Digital Marketing & Content Executive role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-growing, AI-driven trade tech startup with a global mission. It allows you to work closely with senior founders, develop versatile marketing and content creation skills, and contribute directly to the company’s international expansion. Strong performers can transition to a permanent position, making it a valuable stepping-stone for those seeking long-term career growth in digital marketing and global trade technology
Additional information
Unitemps is acting as an Employment Business, supplying temporary workers, in relation to this vacancy. Unitemps are based on the 1st floor of the DSU Campus Centre. Our friendly reception is open Monday to Friday 10am-4pm and the team are contactable on 01162078351 or Unitemps@dmu.ac.uk if you have any queries relating to Unitemps.
Unitemps DMU operates a monthly payroll - Please refer to the candidate information hub for DMU unitemps in relation to pay dates and further information - HERE
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