Marketing Specialist - Digital and Events (24M Contract)

About our Company

Please note that due to the max term nature of this role, successful applicants will be engaged via a Volkswagen Group Australia (VGA) approved agency partner and not via VGA directly. Otherwise you will be working onsite/ hybrid at VGA as per typical working arrangements.

Volkswagen Group is one of the world's leading automobile manufacturers, employing more than 600,000 people globally and selling its vehicles in more than 150 countries. The wholly-owned subsidiary has its National Sales Centre based in Sydney home to some of Australia's most recognisable brands which include Audi, CUPRA, Skoda and Volkswagen.

WHY COMMERCIAL VEHICLES?

VOLKSWAGEN’s aim is not only a commitment to producing vehicles of the utmost quality, but to better the lives of our customers. Volkswagen is comprised of Commercial and Passenger Vehicles and we create a culture that drives our business performance, delivers an exceptional customer experience and empowers our team members.

About your new Role

This Marketing Specialist role reports directly into our National Manager of Product and Marketing for the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles brand. Based in Zetland 3 days a week with flexibility to work from home 2 days you will be responsible for supporting the Marketing Communications manager in execution of projects, digital and events over the 2 year contract period.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Assist with the delivery of key Retail and Brand campaigns across all media channels
• Planning and execution of Events (including trade shows, local sponsorship events and model launch activities)
• Responsible for the social media strategy and activity alongside our agency support teams
• Provide support and lead key CRM activities to help deliver always on and tactical opportunities.
• Provide support and lead Digital channels including, website maintenance, website model showroom briefing, SEO, SEM and Paid Media Advertising
• Development and maintenance of Ambassadors and sponsorships in line with global/local strategies
• Reporting and campaign performance management with support of wider marketing team
• Group agency relationship management
• Ad-hoc or day to day activities across general marketing support for the marketing team

About you
To succeed in this role, you will need to possess the following:

• A degree within Marketing, Communications, Business or similar desirable
• Strong experience within in house or agency marketing including advertising, Digital, CRM and Social preferred
• Events management experience required
• Strong communication and project management skills
• Highly organised, great time management and pro-active approach to work
• Extensive accuracy and attention to detail for delivery in a fast paced environment

Our Benefits, Rewards and Recognition include:

• A culture of continuous learning, growth and development. You will receive access to LinkedIn Learning and personal development opportunities which is why over 25% of our vacancies are filled by internal candidates!
• Flexible working arrangements with our hybrid work model balance office and home for ways of working
• Additional leave including VGA Day paid leave day and birthday leave
• Discounts on Audi, Cupra, Skoda and Volkswagen car purchases
• Free entry to Dubbo and Taronga Zoo for you and your family
• Work in an award winning state of the art newly refurbished building recognised by Master Builders Association Australia – our offices include onsite parking and a convenient location with close proximity to a train station

Why Volkswagen Group Australia (VGA)?

Working at VGA provides opportunities for growth, personal development, and career opportunities, we also champion a workplace culture that thrives on passion, collaboration, efficiency, mindfulness, authenticity, and innovation.

If this sounds like the role and place for you to drive your career to great heights with a world-class organisation, APPLY NOW!

Volkswagen Group Australia is an equal opportunity employer in each jurisdiction that it operates. We encourage and value applications from all diverse perspectives, experience and backgrounds.

To support our desire to create a local talent pipeline, this role is only available for individuals who have permanent work rights in Australia.

Successful applicants will be required to complete background checks through our external provider as a condition of employment.

If we can provide support with access requirements throughout the recruitment process or answer any role specific enquiries please reach out to the dedicated Talent Acquisition Business Partner Pamela Sutherland through email at pamela.sutherland@vwga.com.au.