B2B Marketing Executive

Spotlight Sports Group is a global media and technology organisation specialising in market-leading horse racing and sports betting content products. We have over 500 staff located around the world and a vibrant central London office which provides a base to our workforce 7 days a week. 

Our flagship product, the Racing Post, has provided horse racing and sports betting fans with the most comprehensive news and information for almost 40 years, and in addition we operate multiple sports media brands including Pickswise, Free Super Tips and MyRacing. We have established over 100 successful partnerships across the horse racing, betting and sports media sectors and built a reputation for the delivery of cutting-edge content services to audiences and partners alike. 

We’re in the midst of an exciting growth journey and are currently hiring for a talented and positive B2B Marketing Executive to join our B2B department. This is a new position within the team and comes with the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge in a range of marketing disciplines, and play a key role in our growth through distinctive and tailored marketing messaging. 

Reports to:

B2B Growth Director

Job Description:

The B2B Marketing Executive vacancy is a key position within the B2B department, operating at the heart of a fun, ambitious and high-energy sales and marketing team. The role requires a positive and solutions oriented individual who has the confidence and versatility to interact with a wide range of internal stakeholders at all levels and flourish within a fast-paced environment. The B2B Marketing Executive will handle a diverse set of responsibilities and as such needs to display the positivity and motivation to manage a variety of priorities simultaneously whilst maintaining exceptional levels of performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the SSG LinkedIn content plan, liaising with internal departments and external agency partners to maintain a varied and active posting strategy 
• Identify key industry award opportunities and liaise with event organisers, relevant internal teams and agency partners on the preparation of comprehensive and engaging entries 
• Work with the sales and marketing team to coordinate attendance at industry conferences, talks and other events, including organising stands and other promotional assets
• Support in the organisation and hosting of SSG events and webinars targeted at reaching a global racing and sports betting audience  
• Produce content for other SSG marketing channels, including our company website, newsletters and press releases
• Support in our day to day contact for all media and agency relationships coordinating promotional requirements and ensuring maximum value is achieved from partnerships 
• Liaise with the internal communications teams on upcoming announcements to ensure, where appropriate, that maximum external marketing exposure is achieved 
• Proactively coordinate the B2B marketing planner incorporating the full spectrum of marketing and brand-building activities due to be carried out
• Work with the B2B sales team on identifying key industry and product themes in which to build a range of marketing material upon 
• Measure the success of all marketing activities and use this insight to inform future work

Skills and Experience:

• A keen and demonstrable interest in marketing, PR and communications 
• Experience in marketing practices, either within education or through work experience 
• Experience of working in a customer-facing role and team environment
• Strong communicator, internally and externally, and able to build a rapport and develop relationships with colleagues and partners 
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects simultaneously whilst retaining the highest levels of standards
• Excellent communication and writing skills, with the ability to craft compelling marketing content and press releases.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• A proactive and optimistic outlook with the will and perseverance to succeed
• Conscientious and take pride in producing high-quality work
• An ability to observe business challenges and identify solutions 
• Flexible attitude with an ability to adapt within an evolving role and team

We offer a range of well-being initiatives, including private medical insurance, excellent parental leave, a working globally policy, mental health support, assistance programs, and social gatherings. We also provide a pension scheme and various other benefit schemes. Plus, we all get our birthdays off work and enjoy 25 days of holiday per year, as well as the opportunity to buy 5 additional days per year and you can be flexible about when you use your public holidays.

We’ve also got you covered with life assurance and exclusive perks like the Star card and our Step Further Awards (our employee recognition program) to recognise your dedication. For those working via the hybrid model (in the office and at home) we’ve made commuting easier with our Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work Scheme.

You can also take advantage of complimentary access to our Racing Post Members Club, complete with an Ultimate Membership. We believe in making a positive impact beyond the workplace, and you'll have the chance to volunteer two days per year with our charity partner, Autism in Racing.