Sales And Marketing Assistant (Education)

TL;DR

Sales and Marketing Assistant (Education): Supporting business development and marketing activities for an international assessment services provider with an accent on tender submissions, market research, and CRM management. Focus on coordinating marketing campaigns, creating promotional content, and assisting the team in securing new business opportunities within the global education sector.

Location: Must be based in or able to commute to Manchester, UK (Hybrid: minimum 2 days per week in the office).

Salary: £31,400 – £35,000 per year.

Company

hirify.global is the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, dedicated to advancing education through high-quality assessment services and global business development.

What you will do

• Assist in the production of high-quality sales proposals, bids, and tender submissions.
• Conduct market research to identify new leads and support business growth.
• Maintain customer and sales data within the CRM system.
• Coordinate marketing events, exhibitions, and conferences.
• Support the delivery of marketing campaigns, newsletters, and social media content.
• Monitor and report on business development and bidding activity to support decision-making.

Requirements

• Must be based in or able to commute to the Manchester office.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a flair for engaging content.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and aptitude for learning new systems.
• Attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, high-quality work.
• University degree or equivalent relevant experience.

Nice to have

• Experience in marketing, sales support, or business development.
• Knowledge of the education, assessment, or publishing sectors.
• Understanding of tendering, procurement processes, or CRM systems.

Culture & Benefits

• 35-hour working week with flexible, hybrid working arrangements.
• 25 days' annual leave, rising to 30 days, plus Christmas closure.
• Pension contribution up to 11.5%.
• Healthcare support, wellbeing programmes, and volunteering opportunities.
• Inclusive, values-led culture with strong learning and development support.

Hiring process

• Submission of CV and cover letter.
• Face-to-face interview in the Manchester office (scheduled for 12 or 13 August).