Retail Marketing Assistant - Placement Year

frasersgroup

Shirebrook, England, United Kingdom · Shirebrook · United Kingdom

Posted May 29, 2026

Full-time
On-site
Marketing
Mid-Senior Level

Job description

Company Description At Frasers Group we’re rethinking retail. Through digital innovation and unique store experiences, we’re serving our consumers with the world’s best sports, premium and luxury brands globally. As a leader in the industry, we’re elevating the retail experience for our consumers through our collection of established brands, including Sports Direct, FLANNELS, USC, Frasers, and GAME. Why join us? Our vision we are building the worlds most admired and compelling brand ecosystem Our purpose – we are elevating the lives of the many with access to the world’s best brands and experiences At Frasers Group, we fear less and do more. Our people are forward thinkers who are driven to operate outside of their comfort zone to change the future of retail, embracing challenges along the way. The potential to elevate your career is massive, the experience unrivalled. To be able to make the most of it you need to live and breathe our principles: Think without limits - Think fast, think fearlessly, and take the team with you Own it and back yourself - Own the basics, own your role and own the results Be relevant - Relevant to our people, our partners and the planet Are you ready to join the Fearless? Job Description We’re looking for a driven, detail-focused Marketing Assistant to support our Marketing function. This is a fast-paced, high-exposure role at the centre of our marketing function, supporting the delivery of activity across Sport, Premium and Luxury. You’ll work directly with senior leadership, gaining hands-on experience and real insight into how we operate at pace across a global business. You’ll stay ahead of priorities, anticipate challenges and ensure nothing slips through the cracks. This role isn’t about waiting to be told what to do - it’s about taking ownership, staying proactive and constantly looking to improve. You’ll be a key point of contact for both internal stakeholders and leading brand partners. This is an opportunity to build your career within a high-performing marketing team, working alongside senior leaders and learning at speed. Key Responsibilities: Managing complex diaries across senior stakeholders Coordinating UK and international travel Managing and responding to emails with accuracy and pace Supporting the creation of Keynote and PowerPoint presentations Processing expenses efficiently Supporting the delivery and coordination of events Qualifications Highly organised with strong attention to detail Advanced capability in Keynote and PowerPoint Clear, confident communication skills, both written and verbal Proactive, resilient and solutions-focused A team player with a positive attitude and strong sense of ownership Interest in sport, fashion and fitness London-based, with flexibility to travel when required Additional Information Reward, Recognition and Opportunities Frasers Champion - Our employees are at the heart of our business and we ensure individuals are recognised every single month for their hard work. Frasers Champion is a peer nominated scheme where 8 winners will receive double their pay for a month where they have thought without limits, owned it or been relevant. Retail Reconnect – In order to build the planets most admired and compelling brand ecosystem, all employees must understand our business, product and customers. Each financial year, Head Office employees will gain insights by spending two days in one of our stores or the Warehouse. The goal is to learn how the work you do impacts our teams on the frontline, and to bring ideas back to the office which will improve how we work. Employee Welfare Frasers Fit – Our Everlast Gyms Team are on a mission to make our workforce the best, and fittest on the planet! We run free gym classes for employees as well as discounted memberships to our clubs. Frasers Fit is our wellbeing programme which aims to support and improve colleagues Physical, Financial & Mental wellbeing. The app is accessible for every employee and includes training, nutrition and lifestyle advice- all completely free. Retail Trust – We know that its not just about physical health, mental wellness is equally important which is why all of our employees get free access and support from the Retail Trust charity. This includes a 24 hour wellbeing helpline, wellness hub, counselling and financial/legal support. What’s next? Our Recruitment Team will be reviewing applications and all candidates will receive a response, whether you are successful or unsuccessful. Shortlisted applicants may be asked to confirm a few key details before being booked in for a first stage interview with the Recruiter- this will be behaviourally focussed and centred around how you align with our Culture and Values. If successful we anticipate two further interview stages with the Hiring Manager/wider team which will be more technically focussed and could include a presentation/task so we can see your skills in action.