Marketing & Communications Specialist

Location – Flexible for hybrid or remote workers

• Guaranteed variety of work allowing you to thrive in this broad-based marketing role.
• Join an ambitious firm which is growing, evolving & increasing its headcount.
• Allied Credit has a hybrid work environment, we understand the value of a work-life balance.

Allied Credit is a leading vehicle finance firm with strategic alliances with global car, marine and motorcycle brands. Offering white label, joint venture and floorplan finance, our proprietary software provides a seamless, convenient and customer-focused finance service to consumers and businesses.

We are seeking a Marketing & Communications Specialist on an initial 12 month contract, potentially turning permanent based on fit and performance, to develop and execute marketing strategies and communications plans that drive brand awareness, engagement, and growth. This role requires a combination of creativity, strategic thinking, and strong communication skills. The individual will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver compelling content, support finance lender brands and contribute to both internal and external communications.

What you will be doing
• Acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on Allied Credit and respective lender’s brand positioning.
• Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to implement and maintain consistent and compliant branding guidelines.
• Advising on, supporting and implementing digital and media presence for Allied Credit and respective lenders, including creating and launching merchandising, branding and marketing initiatives.
• Supporting the Marketing and Communications Manager and other key internal stakeholders in developing strategic marketing plans.
• Supporting the development and implementation of websites.
• Monitoring market trends through researching consumer markets and competitor activities.
• Supporting the creation and direction of all content marketing initiatives internally and externally.
• Working with key internal stakeholders (e.g. Strategy Office and People and Culture) to plan and deliver regular staff communications and coordinating engagement initiatives.

Your background
• Tertiary qualifications in Marketing or related subject with a solid foundation of knowledge in sales and/ or marketing.
• Understanding and ability to work within established corporate brand guidelines.
• Exposure to working with marketing automation, social media marketing, CRM software and creative design software e.g. Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills are essential.
• Experience with managing projects with multiple collaborators.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with multiple and changing priorities, while maintaining a strong attention to detail.
• Energy, ideas, enthusiasm and hunger to learn are non-negotiables.

Why work for Allied Credit?
• Work-life balance - hybrid working arrangements allow a balance of working from home and the office, and we are always willing to discuss flexible working options.
• Wellness day to take a day off for some R&R around your birthday and a Volunteer Day to support your community.
• Discount offers on selected retailers, car loans and novated leasing options.
• A learning environment where we take your development and career aspirations seriously.
• 16 weeks of paid parental leave along with Salary Continuance Insurance.

We want individuals who will buy into and thrive with Allied Credit’s Values of Customer Focus, Adaptability, Risk Confidence, Integrity and Teamwork.

Allied Credit pledges to treat all candidates with the utmost respect and professionalism throughout the recruitment process. We promise to conduct a fair, transparent, and inclusive hiring process, ensuring that all candidates are evaluated based on their skills, experience, and potential, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation or any other irrelevant characteristic.

Please contact Alex Kelly on 0484 109 354 for a confidential discussion. For further information on Allied Credit, please visit our website at https://alliedcredit.com.au/ or email [email protected].