Brand Managers

Brand Manager opportunities

Teach First is looking for enthusiastic, committed and innovative individuals to act as Brand Managers at various universities nationwide. Brand Managers provide invaluable support to the graduate recruiter within a university to raise the profile of Teach First on campus and play a key role in our recruitment strategy.

Apply now if you are:

• a creative thinker
• an effective communicator
• self-motivating and driven
• reliable
• able to commit up to three hours per week

Benefits:

• Salary of £200 per term and final bonus scheme
• Work experience in marketing, brand management, promotion and advertising
• Key training and development of transferable skills
• Development of social networks and professional contacts
• Insight into the graduate recruitment market
• Unique opportunity to make a difference

We are looking for Brand Managers at:

• Birmingham
• Cambridge
• Edinburgh
• Glasgow
• Liverpool

• Loughborough
• Newcastle
• Nottingham
• Queen Mary
• Southampton

• St. Andrews
• Sussex
• UCL

How do I apply?

To apply, please read through the role description and download the application form. Alternatively email brandmanagers@teachfirst.org.uk for an application form.

Please include in your email which university you are currently studying at. Early applications are encouraged.

Role description

The ideal candidate will be sociable and well connected within their university and must be able to work within a team as well as independently. Typical tasks and activities include:

• Promoting Teach First using central marketing resources (posters, flyers, emails)
• Initiating, organising and running events
• Researching and recommending key societies and academics to contact
• Attending Teach First recruitment events
• Identifying key sponsorship opportunities
• Monitoring Teach First publicity on campus ensuring all target groups are aware of Teach First
• Developing relationships with University media, e.g. student radio, newspapers and magazines
• Negotiating discounts on recruitment activities at your campus
• Acting as a point of contact for students
• Monitoring competitor activity

Key requirements

• Commitment of up to three hours a week for two terms (autumn and spring)
• Attendance at key Teach First events, including careers fairs and presentations
• Weekly communication with recruiter
• Provide feedback as required through Teach First surveys
• Produce a handover report for new Brand Managers
• Participation in induction in September and training in December both in London (travel expenses paid)

Competencies

The following competencies are required:

• Knowledge – a very good knowledge of and passion for Teach First
• Planning and Organising – the ability to work independently and part of a team to meet objectives
• Commitment – a determined, reliable and trustworthy work ethic
• Interaction – strong verbal and written communication skills
• Leadership – the ability to influence, encourage and motivate others
• Problem Solving – an innovative and creative approach to work

The following experience is required / desirable:

• Connected within University through societies, teams, departments, voluntary organisations and unions
• Socially confident and able to build relationships with a variety of stakeholders
• Strong academic background in any degree subject (2.1 or above predicted)
• Permission to work within the EU