Marketing Assistant, Equine

Markel•Richmond, VA

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

What part will you play? If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it. The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs. Join us and play your part in something special! We are seeking a Marketing Assistant to join our Horse & Farm Division. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with and support our horse insurance specialists, retail agents, horse association partners, and other marketing teams, while working under the guidance of the Marketing Supervisor. This role requires a people-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to gain experience in marketing, insurance and the horse industry. If you are driven, energetic, detail oriented, resourceful, and thrive in a dynamic environment, this role may be the perfect fit for you.

Requirements

Ability to work in a team environment
Self-motivated with a positive attitude and willingness to learn
Excellent attention to detail and proofreading skills
Effective organizational abilities to manage several tasks at the same time
Ability to prioritize tasks effectively, work under deadlines, and adjust accordingly
Proactive approach to identifying challenges and recommending solutions
Well versed in Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365 (specifically Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Sharepoint, Planner), and Adobe Acrobat
High School Diploma required, Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Business or related field preferred and/or 0-2 years' job experience.
US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Horse knowledge/experience a plus, but not required
Experience in graphic design and/or content development a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

Assist with day-to-day marketing operations and administrative duties
Develop broad knowledge and awareness of horse, liability and farm products marketed
Assist in the implementation of marketing and advertising strategies tailored for our products to our audience
Execute assigned marketing projects and tasks on time, within budget requirements, and with quality expected
Support the division with effective marketing materials, best practices and education
Help maintain content calendars and support ad, email and social media campaign rollouts
Coordinate, manage and ship for vendor space setups for horse shows across the United States
Build and maintain internal and external relationships
Take notes during meetings and assist with internal team organization
Assist in enhancing the brand, while developing creative solutions and strategies.

Benefits

A competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
A supportive and collaborative work environment.
The chance to make a significant impact on the company's growth and success in the equine market.
Markel offers hybrid working schedules of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.
In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work. We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well as support our employees’ needs at all stages of life. All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance. We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.

Stand Out From the Crowd

Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.

Upload and Match Resume