The Role

Are you passionate about Tourism  and would you like to learn more about social media, events and have hands on experience in promoting VisitRichmond?

If yes, we have the perfect role for you

Be part of Richmond Council’s High Streets and Growth Team, focussing on Marketing & Events on a 18 month contract and help play a central role in enticing people to visit Richmond upon Thames

Our Goal and Vision

VisitRichmond promotes all that there is to see and do in Richmond upon Thames to locals, national and international visitors

About the Team

The successful candidate will provide Marketing and Events support to the Tourism, Marketing and Investment Manager and be based in Richmond. The key component of the role involves building a strong relationship with internal and external partners, good writing skills, good administration skills and assist with the redevelopment of the website and increase social media traffic via Facebook, twitter and Instagram   

Apprenticeship

This is an apprenticeship opportunity and you will undertake training 20% of the time  for the length of your employment.

We recognise the importance of a good balance between work and home life so we do everything we can to accommodate flexible working including working from home and other arrangements, but please note that this post is mostly office/town centre based and will also include occasional evening and weekend work.  We also offer a generous holiday allowance of 39 paid days (pro rata) including bank holidays and a wide range of learning and development opportunities.

We recognise the importance of a good balance between work and home life so we do everything we can to accommodate flexible working including working from home and other arrangements, but please note that this post is mostly office/town centre based and will also include occasional evening and weekend work.  We also offer a generous holiday allowance of 39 paid days (pro rata) including bank holidays and a wide range of learning and development opportunities.

In addition, we offer a comprehensive range of staff benefits such as membership of the Local Government pension scheme, childcare vouchers, new technology scheme, interest-free loans on annual travel cards, discounts with many leisure activities, restaurants, shops and other establishments.

Indicative Recruitment Timeline

Closing Date: 2^nd January 2021

Shortlisting Date: W/C 3^rd January 2021

Interview Date: 20th & 21st January 2021 (will be based at our Richmond site)      

Useful Information:

The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Please note that the advertised dates for interviews may change due to the current Covid-19 situation. If they do, we will let you know as soon as possible.

Your health and wellbeing is our top priority. Should you become unwell due to Covid-19 during the recruitment process we would very much appreciate receiving an update from you as soon as possible.

We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our team.

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.

Important Information:

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils