At Conception X, we turn today’s PhD research into tomorrow’s deeptech startups. 

Since launching in 2018 as a public innovation pilot within University College London, we have quickly grown as an independent not-for-profit, attracting aspiring PhD founders from more than 60 universities across the UK and Europe. Every year, we select 100+ researchers and offer them specialised training, support and facilitated access to early funding. To date, we have recruited seven cohorts, built 450+ teams and our portfolio startups have gone on to raise more than £87 million. Our founders are developing cancer vaccines, discovering new materials to build carbon-negative cities, optimising AI models to consume less energy, and more.

Job title:

Marketing Assistant

General overview:

In this junior role, you’ll be at the heart of marketing operations, supporting across email and social media campaigns to help recruit the next cohort of PhD students, creating engaging copy to promote events with our community, and building automations for lead generation. You will be working closely with the Conception X Head of Content.

We are looking for someone based in London, with opportunities to work from our office and from home.

Main duties and responsibilities, including but not limited to:

Marketing admin support (40%): 

1. Ensure the functionality and coordination of marketing activities – including but not limited to creating and updating data collection forms, decks, spreadsheets, documents, etc.
2. Procure event and programme marketing collateral
3. Assist with on-the-day marketing support for programme and community events
4. Website maintenance

Email marketing (30%)

1. Support with setting up and executing email marketing campaigns
2. Translate marketing briefs and objectives into clean copy that resonates with the target audience and drives desired actions
3. Monitor performance, suggest improvements and contribute data-driven insights for campaign reports
4. Support with setting up email marketing automations to increase conversions

Social media support (30%):

1. Manage social media channels – Instagram initially. Plan and execute campaigns to grow and engage audience, also experimenting with multimedia content such as gifs, reels, memes, graphics, etc
2. Support with research, planning, data analysis and content production across LinkedIn, Slack, MailChimp, Medium, Eventbrite, FreshSales and others as needed
3. Produce clear, concise copy, including calls-to-action, for media packages, recruitment documents and more
4. Contribute ideas to grow reach across channels – such as improved integrations, brand collaborations, etc.
5. Ensure content adheres to brand guidelines and tone of voice

1. Any other task that is deemed as appropriate and within the competence of the individual

Qualifications:

1. Undergraduate degree and 1-2 years of experience in a relevant role – including internships
2. Experience creating sharp, clean content for a variety of channels, adapting tone and style based on target audience
3. High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
4. An eye for design – previous experience using Canva or similar in a work/voluntary setting would be ideal
5. Previous experience working with – or some understanding of – any CRM/marketing automation platform
6. Ability to multitask, prioritise effectively and adhere to deadlines
7. Team player with the ability to work independently
8. Someone keen to get involved and help out as needed outside of key responsibilities listed above – we’re a small team!
9. A passion for our mission. We have a front-row seat to the discovery and creation of mind-blowing technology that could change the world for the better!

Benefits:

1. Salary of £27,000-29,000
2. Full-time role
3. Friendly, open and transparent culture 
4. You'll get to join a passionate startup with proven traction on its scaling journey
5. Flexible working hours / ability to work from home
6. 27 days’ holiday plus all bank holidays
7. Private health insurance.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV, a short cover letter outlining why you’re suitable for this role, and 2-3 examples of your writing (emails, event copy, social media posts or similar) to info@conceptionx.org. Applications without a cover letter and previous work samples will not be considered.

Closing Date for Applications: 

8 June 2024

Start Date:

August 2024