About Smiggle

Smiggle is recognised around the world for its market-leading school supplies, stationery & gifts, it’s vibrant product designs, and its creativity and ability to deliver on the promise of fun. Smiggle is one of the most exciting and innovative children’s brands in the world – with over 300 stores across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia, the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, with wholesale and distribution partnerships in many countries around the world. With much more growth ahead, Smiggle is the place where a smile meets a giggle; and there’s no better place to work and build your career!

About the Role

We are looking for a Marketing Assistant to join our Smiggle Marketing Team! Reporting to the Campaign Manager, you will be responsible for global campaign coordination, competition execution and fulfilment, in store eventing, PR support, asset management, general reporting and assisting the wider Smiggle Marketing team! This role is full time and based onsite at our Support Office located on St Kilda Road, Melbourne.

 Responsibilities

• In conjunction with the Campaign Manager, plan and roll out global marketing campaign activity that supports new collection releases, license collaborations and a calendar of retail events, including campaign ideation, briefing in online and instore assets, approval of artwork and communication campaigns to the retail teams
• Assist the Marketing Team with managing Charity partnerships, activities, asset creation and reporting
• Support PR campaigns with product ordering, packing and mailouts
• Monitor and respond to customers and fans across the global marketing and customer service inboxes  
• Execute and fulfil fan competitions across both retail and online
• Support retail stores with local area marketing activities and new store openings  
• Weekly, monthly and seasonal reporting including competitor reports, brand surveys and research

Skills & Experience

• Tertiary qualified in a marketing-related field
• Ideally have previous experience gained from a similar role
• Passionate about the audience, brand and product range
• Be a team player and possess excellent customer service
• Be creatively minded and enjoy working within a fast-pace environment
• Strong organisational and time management skills including solid attention to detail

Perks

• Generous staff discount and access to our sample sales
• Central office location based on St Kilda Rd, with direct access to the picturesque Fawkner Park
• Work closely within a high performing, supportive and collaborative environment
• Engage in continuous learning and development programs to enhance your skills and foster personal and professional growth
• Coffee lover? Indulge in daily subsidized coffee and food options at our onsite café

This is a terrific opportunity for someone who is keen to gain valuable marketing experience with a global brand - Apply Now!