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Apprentice Marketing Assistant

Sumec UK Company LTD · Escrick Business Park · posted 3 September 2026

Wage
£19,500 a year
Hours
37.5 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 2 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Multi-channel marketer (level 3)
Starts
19 October 2026
Closing date
16 October 2026
Positions
1

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Key Responsibilities

  • Generate and deliver engaging social media content across key platforms
  • Help plan and deliver social media campaigns aligned with wider retailer, marketplace and promotional activity
  • Assist with content design, point-of-sale (POS) materials and general brand assets
  • Collaborate with retailer marketing teams to support joint campaigns and promotional activity
  • Help drive sales and traffic directly to our websites through social media and email marketing
  • Support the planning and delivery of email marketing campaigns
  • Identify suitable exhibitions, shows and events for our brands to attend, with support from the wider team
  • Assist with organising and attending brand events and exhibitions
  • Assist with organising product photoshoots, videos and other content creation
  • Help improve website and marketplace product listings through better imagery, video and marketing content
  • Monitor marketing activity and help report on engagement, website traffic and sales performance
  • Bring forward creative ideas to improve brand awareness, engagement and sales

Preferred Skills & Interests

Preferred but not essential – training and support will be provided.

  • A good eye for design, branding and engaging content
  • An interest in social media, digital marketing and content creation
  • Creative, organised and confident bringing forward new ideas
  • Comfortable working collaboratively with internal teams and external retail partners
  • An interest in garden machinery, garden power tools or outdoor power equipment would be beneficial
  • Keen to learn and develop a long-term career in marketing

Your training

  • You will work towards a Level 3 Business Admin Apprenticeship, delivered by VQ Solutions
  • You will have a dedicated VQ Mentor and will also be supported internally by your manager
  • During this apprenticeship, you will develop a portfolio, attend workshop sessions and have regular reviews
  • The best part? All apprenticeship work will be completed during working hours

Where it leads

Many apprentices who have completed their Multi-channel Marketing apprenticeship go on to complete their Level 4 Marketing Executive apprenticeship.

About Sumec UK Company LTD

Sumec UK is a specialist company based in York, focusing on the design, development, and supply of innovative home and garden products. As a subsidiary of Sumec Hardware and Tools Co., Ltd., part of the global Sumec Group, it supports retail partners and customers across the UK. Sumec UK is best known for its Yard Force brand, offering advanced garden tools such as robotic lawnmowers, pressure washers, trimmers, and saws.

Things to consider

Sumec UK is based in Escrick, so you will need your own transportation, access to good bus routes, or live nearby. However, a full driving licence and your own vehicle are preferred.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsPresentation skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeGood time managementFlexibilityAbility to prioritiseEnthusiasm

Entry requirements

  • GCSE Maths and English (grade Minimum C/4) — essential

Where you'll work

  • UNIT A&B, ESCRICK BUSINESS PARK, YO19 6FD

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