Marketing Assistant
Location: Heanor, Derbyshire (Hybrid considered)
Company: Poly-Props Ltd
Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time Considered
Salary: £23,000-£25,000
Poly-Props Ltd is a UK manufacturer of specialist foams, coatings and creative materials used across film, television, scenic fabrication, automotive and commercial industries.
We are entering a new phase of growth, expanding our coatings division and strengthening our brand positioning across professional markets. We are looking for a Marketing Assistant to support our brand development, campaigns and digital presence.
This is not a generic social media role. It is an opportunity to contribute to the growth of a manufacturing brand repositioning itself within industry.
The Role
You will support the marketing and brand function across:
Campaign planning and execution
Product launches
Trade events and exhibitions
Website content updates
Social media and digital content
Email marketing
Photography and basic video capture
Supporting lead generation activity
You will work closely with the Managing Director and Brand Manager to deliver consistent, professional brand communication.
Hybrid working is available, with some on-site presence required for content creation and events.
Key Responsibilities
Brand & Content:
Assist with creation of social media content
Support product photography and short-form video
Help maintain consistent brand messaging
Prepare graphics for campaigns and promotions
Update website product listings and blog content
Campaign Support:
Assist in planning and executing marketing campaigns
Support email marketing activity
Help track campaign performance
Prepare marketing materials for events and sales teams
Commercial Support:
Help organise and manage lead lists
Assist with event preparation
Support customer communication where required
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
Strong written communication skills
Good organisational ability
Confident using social media platforms
Comfortable using Adobe suite or similar design tools
Detail-focused
Able to manage multiple tasks
Desirable:
Experience in marketing, branding or communications
Experience with Shopify, BigCommerce or similar platforms
Basic photography or video editing skills
Interest in manufacturing, coatings or creative industries
Personal Qualities
Proactive and self-motivated
Commercially aware
Professional in communication
Comfortable working in a small team
Willing to learn and grow
Why Join Poly-Props?
We are building a stronger presence in professional coatings and specialist materials. This is an opportunity to contribute to a growing UK manufacturer with ambition to expand internationally.
If you want to be part of a business that values brand, product quality and long-term growth, we would like to hear from you.
To apply, please email info@poly-props.com your CV and a covering letter explaining your interest in the role.

