We are seeking a proactive and creative Marketing Associate to support our expanding marketing initiatives. This role is ideal for someone with 2+ years of marketing experience, who is passionate about technology and innovation. You will work closely with the CEO and Director of Marketing, contributing to content creation, event planning, market research, and strategic campaigns.

Marketing Objectives

As part of the marketing team, you will contribute to key objectives that drive the company’s growth:

• Increase Market Awareness – Expand Accelerated Materials’ visibility across relevant industries and global markets.
• Enhance Brand Positioning – Strengthen our reputation in AI-driven materials science through targeted campaigns and strategic content.
• Drive Lead Generation – Support the execution of marketing campaigns that generate high-quality leads for business growth.
• Optimise Event & Tradeshow Presence – Ensure maximum impact and ROI from industry events by carefully planning participation and engagement strategies.
• Key Responsibilities

• Tradeshow Planning & Execution: Identify relevant global tradeshows, develop event strategies, coordinate logistics, and manage budgets to maximize ROI.
• Market Research & Expansion: Conduct research on new market opportunities, competitive analysis, and emerging trends.
• Content Creation & Design: Develop engaging marketing materials, presentations, social media content, and digital assets.

• Manage and optimize the company’s website and social media channels.
• Manage SEO/SEM activities to improve organic search visibility.

• Event & Logistics Management: Assist in the planning, execution, and promotion of events, screenings, and webinars.
• Press Releases & PR Support: Draft, edit, and distribute press releases to enhance media visibility.
• Marketing Strategy Implementation: Collaborate with the Director of Marketing to execute marketing strategies aligned with business goals.
• Budget & Administrative Support: Raise purchase orders, track marketing expenses, and manage invoices and billing queries.
• Campaign Support & Analytics: Assist in running campaigns across digital and traditional channels while tracking key performance metrics.
• Brainstorming & Creative Input: Participate in ideation sessions to develop innovative marketing ideas and initiatives.
• Ad-hoc Projects: Support various marketing and research tasks as needed.

• Lead Generation & Sales Support:
  • Collaborate with the sales team to develop and execute lead generation campaigns.
  • Provide marketing materials and support for sales presentations and proposals.
  • Track and report on key marketing metrics, such as website traffic, lead volume, and conversion rates.

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in marketing, communications, or a related field.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Creativity and ability to generate compelling marketing content.
• Strong experience in event planning and coordination.
• Strong experience with digital marketing strategies and tools.
• Ability to analyse marketing performance metrics and make data-driven decisions.
• Interest in technology, chemistry, or materials science (preferred but not required).

• Proficiency in marketing automation platforms (e.g., Monday, HubSpot).
• Experience with CRM systems (e.g., Monday, Salesforce).

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills (Preferred but Not Required)

• Proficiency in Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or other design tools.
• Experience with social media management and digital advertising platforms (e.g., LinkedIn Ads, Google Ads, SEO).
• Knowledge of CRM or marketing automation platforms (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce).
• Experience with website content management systems (e.g., WordPress).

What you’ll gain

• A key role in shaping the marketing efforts of a high-growth, science-driven startup.
• Hands-on experience with global industry events, digital campaigns, and market expansion strategies.
• The opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in AI-driven materials science.
• Opportunity to develop real-world skills in content creation, event planning, and strategic marketing.
• Career growth opportunities and mentorship from experienced marketing professionals.

How to Apply

Please send your CV with the subject line “Marketing Associate Application by email to careers@acceleratedmaterials.co.uk

About the Role:

This is a pivotal leadership role for a seasoned commercial strategist passionate about driving growth in the cutting-edge advanced materials R&D sector. You will be instrumental in identifying and capitalizing on market opportunities, particularly within rapidly evolving fields like nanoparticles for electronics, conductive inks, and quantum dots. You will leverage your deep understanding of the advanced materials industry and your proven ability to penetrate greenfield applications to accelerate our market presence and revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Market Development:
  • Develop and execute comprehensive commercial strategies for targeted high-growth markets within the advanced materials industry.
  • Conduct in-depth market analysis and competitive intelligence to identify emerging trends and untapped opportunities.
  • Formulate and implement strategies to penetrate new applications and expand our market share.
• Sales Leadership & Execution:
  • Lead the development and management of strategic customer relationships with both innovative startups and global multinational corporations.
  • Build and manage a robust sales pipeline, driving effective lead generation, qualification, and opportunity closure.
  • Establish and mentor a high-performing sales team, fostering a culture of excellence and achievement.
  • Experience selling both hardware and software products is a strong plus.
• Strategic Partnerships & Representation:
  • Represent Accelerated Materials at key industry conferences, trade shows, and networking events.
  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers and influencers within the advanced materials ecosystem.
  • Collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional teams (product development, marketing, customer success) to ensure alignment and customer satisfaction.
• Scaling and Production Process Expertise:
  • Leverage deep understanding of scaling-up new production processes within large organizations to accelerate customer adoption.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in commercial leadership roles within the advanced materials industry.
• Demonstrated success in penetrating greenfield applications and developing new markets.
• Proven ability to manage complex sales cycles, accelerate pipelines, and consistently exceed revenue targets.
• Strong network of relationships with key decision-makers within the advanced materials sector, including startups and multinationals.
• Deep understanding of the nanotechnology industry, with specific experience in applications like conductive inks and quantum dots.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience selling technical hardware and software solutions.
• Experience with the scale up of manufacturing processes.

What You’ll Gain:

• A leadership role in a rapidly growing, science-driven startup at the forefront of advanced materials innovation.
• The opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI-driven materials science technology.
• Significant career growth potential in a dynamic and fast-paced startup environment.
• Mentorship and guidance from industry-leading experts.
• The chance to directly impact the future of advanced materials manufacturing.