SUMMER 2024 CO-OP: Marketing Assistant – Atlantic Central

  • Location: Remote
  • Deadline: January 21, 2024

Atlantic Central is currently accepting applications for a summer co-op term position of Marketing Assistant. 

 

WHO WE ARE: 

Atlantic Central is the trade association for credit unions in Atlantic Canada.  We support credit unions in becoming the financial institution of choice through the excellence of our people, the quality of our products and services, and the strength of our leadership. Together, we work to advance the collective voice of credit unions and promote the credit union difference. In addition to liquidity management, we provide a range of financial services, leadership, and advocacy. 

Our greatest asset is our employees. We are committed to balancing health and wellbeing with efficient service delivery and strive to create an environment where all team members have opportunities for growth and where everyone is welcome, included, and supported.   

THE POSITION: 

In the role of Marketing Assistant, you’ll report to the Manager, Brand Marketing and will provide support to the marketing department during various projects related to the regional marketing plan.   

 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Assist the Manager, Brand Marketing with the design, development and delivery of marketing materials relating to new products being released. 
  • Assist the marketing team, and lead when appropriate, specific tasks and projects associated with the execution of the regional marketing campaigns and programs.  
  • Research and report on financial industry trends and market data. 
  • Support the department in the areas of proofreading, copywriting and general marketing support. 
  • Create and develop content ideas including but not limited to: contributing to an editorial calendar; writing articles; supporting media pitches; and social media content.  
  • Complete other projects and duties as assigned. 

LOCATION: 

This position offers the ability to work remotely and services Atlantic Canada. 

TO JOIN OUR TEAM: 

As the ideal candidate you will be working towards completing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations or a program of similar nature. You must also be a participant in the university’s Co-op program.  

 

TO BE SUCCESSFUL: 

You will also have the following skill set:  

  • Strong oral and written communication skills 
  • Strong interpersonal skills 
  • Demonstrated skill in the use of Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)  
  • Demonstrated knowledge of general marketing  
  • Experience conducting research via the Internet 
  • Demonstrated time management and organizational skills 
  • Ability to work with limited supervision 
  • Ability to identify and prioritize tasks required to meet objectives 
  • Demonstrated professionalism and team work 
  • Experience in working with data is a definite asset 

 

HOURS OF WORK: 

This is a full-time summer work term position and the hours of work per week are 37.5 hours. The term for this position will be from May 13, 2024 to August 30, 2024. 

 

COMPENSATION: 

This position will be paid hourly at $23.50 an hour plus vacation pay. 

 

HOW TO APPLY: 

Interested candidates should cover letter and resume via email to kperron@aclsm.ca (please send in MS Word or PDF format).   

 

Applications will close on January 21, 2024.  

 

About Atlantic Central 

The role of Atlantic Central is to represent and support the credit unions of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Prince Edward Island. Our credit unions proudly serve over 295,000 members and play a significant role in the Atlantic Canadian economy.  

 

We are proud to be a Certified B CorporationTM joining a global movement of people using business as a force for good. We are committed to making business decisions that are in the best interests of our employees, credit unions and their members. 

 

Curious about what else we do? Check out our website.