Marketing and Business Growth Executive (Graduate or Career Change role)

Kick-start your commercial career in a high-impact role that blends marketing, sales, and purpose. Join us on the road as we grow across Scotland—making a real difference to communities, clients, and the climate.

📍 Location: East Kilbride, Glasgow (Field-based, 2 overnight stays/week)

💰 Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 base + OTE up to £38,000

🕒 Type: Full-time, Permanent

🚗 Travel: Company car + expenses covered

🗓 Start Date: As soon as available

Application Deadline

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Early application is encouraged as we may close the position once suitable candidates are identified.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, and we are proud to be a Living Wage Foundation member and Armed Forces covenant supporter.

About Aberdeen Laundry Services

Aberdeen Laundry Services (ALS) is a leading provider in the commercial laundry industry, dedicated to delivering high-quality laundry solutions whilst prioritising sustainability and community engagement. Our mission is to integrate environmentally friendly practices into every aspect of our operations, ensuring that we contribute positively to the environment and society. Our expertise in industrial washing, drying, and dry-cleaning services allows us to serve a diverse range of clients, providing linen and laundry solutions for the health and hospitality sectors across the UK. We strive to build trust with our stakeholders through open communication and transparency, ensuring that our projects have a positive impact on the communities we serve.

As proud members of UN Global Compact and committed to Net Zero carbon emissions by 2040, our commitment to sustainability and social responsibility remains at the core of our business strategy.

We are a fair work employer, with a diverse team and a commitment to career development, innovation, and community impact.

Is This You?

✔ You’re a people person with a passion for marketing and sales

✔ You want your work to mean something - to help communities and support sustainable businesses

✔ You’re creative, organised, and ready to learn

✔ You’re up for a challenge (and a bit of travel!)

This role is designed for someone with energy, curiosity, and the drive to make ideas happen. You might be fresh out of university, or you might have worked in hospitality, healthcare, retail or something else entirely - but what matters is your ability to connect with people, stay organised, and bring a bit of marketing flair to the table.

This isn’t your typical sales job - it’s a springboard into a creative, client-facing career with real purpose. So, if you’re looking for a job that blends relationship-building, creativity, and impact we want to hear from you.

The Role

You’ll work closely with clients, marketing teams, and our leadership - crafting campaigns, developing new relationships, and helping us expand across Scotland.

Key Responsibilities Include:

🤝Client Engagement & Business Development

• Build trusted relationships with care homes, healthcare providers, and hospitality businesses.
• Visit client sites, identify needs, and develop tailored solutions.
• Research target markets and generate qualified leads.
• Convert prospects into long-term clients and meet agreed targets.

📣 Marketing Strategy & Campaign Support

• Collaborate with our central marketing team to craft campaigns tailored to the Scottish market.
• Contribute to regional marketing materials, case studies, and digital content.
• Help manage multi-channel campaigns across social media, email, and trade publications.
• Organise client events, site tours, and thought-leadership opportunities.

🧠Market Development & Strategic Thinking

• Analyse competitors and trends in health and hospitality sectors.
• Design marketing strategies and value propositions for different client segments.
• Attend trade shows and industry events to build brand presence and intelligence.

🗣️Internal Collaboration

• Work closely with the Marketing and Business Growth Lead, Marketing team, Customer Services, and Operations, to ensure smooth onboarding and service.
• Engage in regular performance reviews, training, and strategy sessions.

Who We’re Looking For:

Essential Skills & Attributes

• Excellent communicator - confident with people at all levels.
• Creative mindset - enjoys storytelling, content creation, and fresh ideas.
• Digitally competent - familiar with Microsoft Office and open to learning new tools (CRM, Canva, LinkedIn, etc.).
• Highly organised - strong time management and ability to prioritise.
• Fast learner - curious and adaptable to new sectors and software.
• Personable & professional - builds trust and enjoys client engagement.
• Full clean UK driving licence - with flexibility to travel and stay overnight when needed.

Desirable (But Not Required)

• Any experience in marketing, sales, hospitality, customer service, or creative roles.
• Familiarity with Canva, Mailchimp, HubSpot, Google Analytics, or social platforms.
• Understanding of sustainability, healthcare, or service-focused industries.
• Degree (any discipline) or equivalent experience - we value attitude over academic background.

🌟What We Offer

Aberdeen Laundry Services is committed to fair work practices and believes in providing effective voice, opportunity, security, fulfillment, and respect for all employees. We offer;

Compensation & Benefits

• £28,000–£30,000 basic salary + OTE £35,000–£38,000
• 28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)
• Company pension scheme
• Additional staff incentive and wellbeing schemes
• Fully expensed company vehicle + travel costs
• Hybrid/flexible working where possible

Learning & Growth

• Structured onboarding and training
• Digital marketing skills development (LinkedIn, campaigns, analytics)
• Career progression into senior sales, marketing or account management roles
• Mentoring and regular coaching
• Attendance at industry events and conferences

Culture & Values

• Diverse, supportive, and inclusive workplace
• Commitment to sustainability and positive social impact
• Freedom to experiment and propose new ideas
• Transparent progression pathways
• Living Wage employer and Armed Forces Covenant supporter

📝How to Apply

Send the following to [email protected]

• CV - Highlighting your education, any relevant experience, and key achievements which link to the essential and desirable criteria. Maximum two pages.
• Cover Letter - Cover letter explaining your interest and fit for the role, paying particular attention to highlighting how you meet the essential and desirable criteria. Maximum two pages.
• (Optional) Portfolio - examples of creative work, presentations, achievements, projects or experiences that demonstrate your suitability for the role.

📄Selection Process

• Application Review: Initial screening of CVs, cover letters and optional portfolio
• Teams Interview: 30-minute conversation with HR team
• First Interview: Face-to-face or video interview with HR and Marketing and Growth Lead
• Final Interview: Meeting with senior management team & brief presentation or campaign proposal exercise
• References & Checks: We will request references only after conditional offer