About Us
The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide.
At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you’re given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world.
In our welcoming, collaborative culture, you’ll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing.
Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you’ll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere.
Build a newsworthy career at the FT.
Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace
We believe in the power of unique perspectives and want all voices in our organisation to be heard, respected and valued.
A supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves and operate to their full potential. We will continue to remove barriers for all, and in particular barriers facing people from underrepresented groups.
The role
As a Marketing Coordinator, you will support our global commercial marketing team. This is an outstanding opportunity to be part of a world-class organisation where you will manage all administrative functions and ensure the flawless running of operations. Our high-energy, collaborative team seeks a proactive individual who can bring fresh ideas and ensure everything runs efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
Team Support
- Lead on team offsite management.
- Coordinate quarterly livestreams.
- Manage team meeting diaries and room bookings.
Financial Administration
- Draft basic contracts.
- Process team credit card expenses.
- Manage the team budget tracker.
- Raise purchase orders, invoices, and manage supplier relationships.
- Book advertising opportunities.
Events Support
- Book travel and accommodation.
- Assist in email builds and ensure data accuracy.
- Manage merchandise for the commercial floor.
- Maintain the team’s Monday.com board for project management.
- Provide on-the-day support for events.
Campaigns Support
- Develop and handle the weekly internal commercial newsletter.
- Coordinate hospitality ticket bookings and distribution.
- Manage relationships with partners, such as The O2.
Key skills
Essential
- Proactive outlook and ability to take initiative.
- Desire to “make a difference.”
- Diligent focus on the finer points.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, meeting deadlines and maintaining standards.
- Self-starter with high energy and the ability to manage relationships across the organisation.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Desirable
- Experience managing and balancing budgets.
- Familiarity with Salesforce or equivalent CRM systems.
- Experience with Pardot or equivalent email campaign systems.
Application closing date: 22nd January 2025, 5pm (UK time)
What’s in it for you?
Our benefits vary depending on location, but we are committed to providing best in class perks across all our offices, these include: generous annual leave allowances, medical cover, enhanced and inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of our benefits can be found here.
We have adopted a hybrid working model and promote flexible working, including remote options. We will support specific flexibility requests for all roles where they can be implemented.
Accessibility
We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory.
Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments/personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements, or have any questions, please send an email to talent@ft.com and a member of our team will be happy to help.
