Marketing and Business Development Executive

We are looking for a Marketing and Business Development (BD) Executive to be based in either our Chatham or Canterbury office, with regular travel to the other, on a part-time (22.5 hours per week), 12 month fixed-term contract. In this role, you will project manage and coordinate a variety of marketing and business development activities for the Advisory service line, with a focus on event management and content support. This role is ideal for a proactive, organised self-starter who can work confidently on their own and collaborate effectively across multiple teams to deliver excellent client and internal stakeholder experiences.

About the role

• Planning, organising, and coordinating targeted marketing events with advisory teams and intermediaries, including invitations, communications, and liaison with external suppliers
• Supporting business development by assisting with BD plans,
• Reviewing and proof-reading articles and marketing content
• Managing website content updates and drafting social media posts to help maintain a strong external profile
• Providing administrative and project support to fee earners and BD managers to help meet their objectives
• Supporting the marketing budget management and measuring return on investment where applicable
• Maintaining accurate records and supporting BD pipeline tracking and reporting
• Collaborating regularly with internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless project delivery and consistent brand messaging

What we're looking for

• A personable, confident professional who is proactive, well-organised, and able to work independently
• Able to integrate smoothly into multiple teams and ask questions to drive clarity and progress
• A few years’ marketing experience, ideally in professional services or a similar environment
• Experience or interest in event coordination, content creation, and business development
• Ability to manage a varied and dynamic workload
• Strong communication and copywriting skills, with attention to detail and a focus on quality

What we can offer

• Financial wellbeing – competitive salary, contributory pension scheme, Life Assurance, Health Cash Plan, Income Protection Scheme and Perks at Work discounts and rewards.
• Leave – 25.5 days plus bank holidays, holiday buying Mental wellbeing – hybrid working (3 days in the office/2 from home) and flexible working policies, Employee Assistance Programme and counselling
• Physical wellbeing –Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and an annual flu jab.
• Recognition – monthly nominations for financial awards based on culture and values
• Development – we offer continuous support and development with clear mapped progression routes across the business, as well as access to internal and external training courses
• Diversity, inclusion and belonging – we operate several family-friendly policies and take proactive steps to create an inclusive environment
• ESG – give as you earn, 1 extra day off each year to take up volunteering opportunities. Opportunities to support our commitment to charitable causes
• Travel – other optional benefits include: cycle to work scheme, interest-free season ticket loan (London only), interest-free car/motorbike loan

At Kreston Reeves, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. We understand that everyone has unique needs, and we strive to accommodate them through reasonable adjustments. Whether it's adapting work environments, providing assistive technologies, or modifying processes, we are dedicated to supporting our employees in realising their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in our recruitment process or thrive in your role, please don't hesitate to reach out by emailing [email protected]. Please remember, you only need to share what you are comfortable to for us to support your request. Your success is important to us, and we're here to ensure a supportive and inclusive experience for all.

About Kreston Reeves

With 200 years of history, we are an award-winning professional services firm with offices in London, Kent and Sussex. We provide a full range of accountancy, business advisory and wealth services, tailored to our clients’ needs.

We guide our clients, colleagues and communities to a brighter future. We help businesses, not for profit organisations, individuals and families with more than just accountancy, business and wealth advice.

Our dedication to providing a personal service is what sets us apart – we get to know you, understand your goals, support and advise you on your journey to help you realise your ambitions.

We’re proud to be B Corp™ certified, demonstrating our commitment to our environmental, social and governance programme which is central to our purpose and vision. We actively encourage all our colleagues to give back to their local communities whenever they can.