Tradeshow & Community Relations Coordinator
Thorlabs
- Ely, Cambridgeshire
- Permanent
- Full-time
We are looking for a Tradeshow and Community Relations Coordinator, to support the marketing initiatives (campaigns, tradeshows, and demos) of the European Marketing Communication team.Working Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 5.30 pm (Hybrid working available)What is essential to us…· Experience in a Marketing, PA or Coordinator role· Availability (including weekends) to help set up some tradeshows, with focus on large (booth) tradeshows· Excellent communication skills and the ability to approach situations with a strong customer centric focus· Ability to work in a flexible and dynamic work environment, whilst identifying and prioritizing key tasks· Strong organizational skills, time-management and high attention to detail· Proficient in Microsoft software packages, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Publisher· Proven ability to collaborate with colleagues from various disciplines across global offices· Willingness to travel to other European offices of Thorlabs up to 4 weeks per yearWho we are?Thorlabs is a global, industry leading optical technologies company. We are experts in the design and manufacture or a range of innovative photonics products. We use these products in manufacturing and research, from fibre optics to piezo motors. We are the gold standard with optics laboratories worldwide. There are now 22 facilities across the world in 13 countries. Here in Ely, we are responsible for the Motion Control and Optical Tables product line.Where you will be working?It’s a hybrid role, working in our new purpose-built facility in Witchford, Ely as well as your home. Our purpose-built facility is just 12 miles from Cambridge, within the beautiful mediaeval city of Ely. There are train and bus links to Ely from Kings Cross and Liverpool Street London, and our site is within distance of Ely train station and Ely Bus station.RequirementsWhat we would like you to do/ to see…· Planning, conception, organization and promotion of our trade show appearances and other events throughout Europe· Coordinate all marketing related activities between the various departments within Thorlabs· Support and grow our communication both internally and externally.· Create/coordinate the creation of image/video material for products.· Maintain and expand communication with EU customers through social media channels· Create target group-relevant content in close collaboration with the relevant departments· In close collaboration with the Customer Development team and supported by BI, develop and conduct marketing campaigns aimed at increasing sales of specific existing or new product familiesWhat will you get?At Thorlabs there are lots of opportunities for inhouse customised training and development that accelerates your career progression. We have free onsite parking, free refreshments, as well as an entertainment area in our large canteen for your enjoyment.And the benefits are?Competitive Salary to attract the best, plus an excellent benefits package including pension, health care, 25 days holiday plus public holidays.Job Reference: THOR-VC-639This is a rolling campaign, so we will actively interview applicants. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.We would encourage all internal applicants to inform their line managers of their interest in this position.Benefits-Contributed Pension Scheme -Group Life Cover -Private Health Care -Group Income Protection & more.Please apply through the Apply for this job button or send a copy of your CV along with a covering letter and your salary expectations to: Human Resources at Thorlabs Ltd, 204 Lancaster Way Business Park, Ely, Cambs, CB6 3NX or e-mail recruitment@thorlabs.com.In line with the requirements of the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, all applicants must have a valid permission to enter or remain in the UK with no condition that prevents them from working in the UK. Documented evidence of such permission will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.