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Manpower; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer in Bedford is looking for a Marketing Co-ordinator to support campaign delivery across various marketing channels. This entry-level position is ideal for recent graduates or those with early marketing experience, offering a clear pathway for career progression. Responsibilities include website updates, email campaign creation, and creative support. The company provides a supportive environment with a bonus scheme, 25 days annual leave, and a commitment to employee development.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Company pension scheme

Employee discount scheme

Death in Service benefit

Fantastic working environment

Qualifications

• Degree or relevant qualification in Marketing (or equivalent experience).
• Strong written communication skills with good attention to detail.
• Comfortable using website CMS platforms and email marketing tools.
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of Adobe Photoshop or similar design software.
• Well organised, proactive, and keen to learn.
• Previous marketing experience (placement, internship, graduate role, or junior position).
• Familiarity with email marketing platforms (e.g. Campaign Monitor, Mailchimp etc).
• Basic understanding of digital marketing and customer journeys.
• Interest in automotive, retail, or customer‑focused industries.

Responsibilities

• Update and maintain website content using the CMS.
• Create and send targeted email campaigns to customer databases.
• Create engaging internal communications.
• Provide day‑to‑day support across marketing campaigns.
• Create and resize basic creative assets using Adobe Photoshop.

Skills

Written communication

Attention to detail

Website CMS proficiency

Email marketing tools familiarity

Adobe Photoshop knowledge

Organizational skills

Proactive attitude

Basic understanding of digital marketing

Customer journey knowledge

Education

Degree or relevant qualification in Marketing

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Pulman Group

Reporting to: Assistant Marketing Manager

About the Role

Pulman Group is looking for a Marketing Co-ordinator to join our growing Marketing team. This is an entry-level role, ideal for a recent graduate or someone with early marketing experience who is keen to develop their career within a fast-paced, commercial environment.

You’ll work closely with the Assistant Marketing Manager and wider marketing team, supporting the delivery of campaigns across our websites, email communications, and internal marketing channels. This role offers hands‑on experience across multiple areas of marketing and a clear pathway for career progression.

Key Responsibilities

Website & CMS Support

• Update and maintain website content using the CMS (offers, banners, imagery, copy updates).
• Ensure content is accurate, on‑brand, and aligned with current campaigns.
• Support campaign launches by uploading and updating landing pages and content.

Email Marketing

• Create and send targeted email campaigns to customer databases.
• Work with the Assistant Marketing Manager to plan content and messaging.
• Monitor basic email performance metrics (open rates, click‑through rates).
• Ensure all communications are GDPR compliant and brand-aligned.

Internal Marketing Communications

• Create engaging internal communications to support business updates, campaigns, and key initiatives.
• Assist departments across the business in communicating messages clearly and creatively.
• Support the development of internal communication that engages colleagues and reinforces Pulman Group’s family business culture.

Creative & Design Support

• Create and resize basic creative assets using Adobe Photoshop (or similar).
• Support campaign visuals, email graphics, and internal comms materials.
• Work alongside the Lead Videographer and marketing team to ensure consistency of look and feel.

General Marketing Support

• Provide day‑to‑day support across marketing campaigns and activity.
• Assist with events, promotions, and campaign rollouts.
• Support reporting, scheduling, and general administration as required.
• Act as a flexible team player, supporting different areas of marketing delivery.

Skills & Experience

• Degree or relevant qualification in Marketing (or equivalent experience).
• Strong written communication skills with good attention to detail.
• Comfortable using website CMS platforms and email marketing tools.
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of Adobe Photoshop or similar design software.
• Well organised, proactive, and keen to learn.
• Previous marketing experience (placement, internship, graduate role, or junior position).
• Familiarity with email marketing platforms (e.g. Campaign Monitor, Mailchimp etc).
• Basic understanding of digital marketing and customer journeys.
• Interest in automotive, retail, or customer‑focused industries.

Bonus Scheme

You’ll be eligible for a £2,000 annual bonus, paid quarterly, based on:

• Individual performance (quality of work, progression, contribution to campaigns).
• Team performance (delivery of marketing enquiry objectives).

This ensures you are rewarded both for your own development and for being part of a focussed team.

Why Join Pulman Group?

At Pulman we pride ourselves on delivering a fantastic customer experience every time. We are the only family‑owned Volkswagen Group retailer in the North‑East representing Volkswagen, SEAT, CUPRA, Škoda, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles and VWFS Rent‑a‑Car, with sites in Durham, Sunderland & Cramlington. With over 260 colleagues across the Group, we are truly one big Pulman family. We want to match and exceed customer’s expectations whilst giving them a truly enjoyable experience you will not find anywhere else.

• We offer a fantastic formal and, on the job, learning environment to help you build capabilities to excel in this role, as well as your ongoing professional development.
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• Employee discount scheme.
• Death in Service benefit.
• Fantastic working environment.
• Work with fantastic Volkswagen Group brands.

Working Schedule

Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm Working Hours. Some flexibility is desired as occasional out of hours work may be required at times; lieu time will be provisioned in these cases.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Marketing and Sales

Industries

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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