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Lipton Plant Architects is looking for a marketing and business development executive to join its team in London.

Lipton Plant Architects are an ambitious award-winning practice based in Old Street, London. Our considered designs are motivated by values and fuelled by dialogue with people and place. In 2021/22 we have a range of exciting and challenging projects planned in a variety of sectors working with high profile, inspired clients.

We are a dedicated, sociable studio, with a creative and motivated atmosphere. We encourage a healthy work/life balance and provide support to progress your development. We currently offer a hybrid working arrangement with the option to mix remote working with our creative Hub providing the opportunity for collaborative and sociable work.

The role

We are on an exciting mission and are looking for a talented business development executive to join our expanding studio and help further raise the profile of the practice. Working with the management team you will take a lead in driving new business and marketing initiatives. You will be responsible for Lipton Plant’s marketing strategy and develop a striking social media presence.

You should have the following key skills:

• be creative, intellectually curious, well organised, enthusiastic, proactive and tenacious
• have outstanding communications skills
• have excellent writing skills and can prepare copy across a number of mediums including formal bids, websites, newsletters, proposals and social media
• have the ability to create graphics for both printed and digital platforms and social media with solid skills in the Adobe Creative Suite
• have experience of the construction industry

The core responsibilities of the role will be:

• drive new sales in line with company objectives
• field, respond to and manage incoming new business enquires and leads
• research new industry knowledge and contacts and interact with prospects and consultants
• devise, create and execute business actions / initiatives
• prepare requests for proposals, proposal letters and presentations in conjunction with the team for existing clients and new prospects
• oversee award entries to ensure completion on time and that entry is a winning quality
• cultivate relationships with key clients and consultants to ensure business is grown and retained
• professionally represent Lipton Plant at conferences and industry events
• manage and update social media outlets including LinkedIn, Instagram and website content

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our talented team and become an integral part of developing the practice. We aim to continue our growth and recognition in the industry over the coming year, further developing a reputation for exciting and innovative architecture.

The role being offered is a full-time role, but we would consider applications for a part time role in the right situation.

Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work permanently in the UK and have fluent written and spoken English.

Lipton Plant is an equal opportunities employer.

Salary negotiable, dependent on experience.

www.lparchitects.co.uk

• Applications have closed.