Communications & Marketing Associate

Genomics; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Job description

Location: Hybrid 2 days a week working in our London (preferred) or Oxford/Cambridge offices

About Us
We’re a pioneering health tech company on a mission to revolutionise the way we all understand and support our health. Our mission is simple: to help people, and their doctors, make better decisions that lead to longer, fuller lives. We focus on the common diseases that affect billions, the ones that put the greatest strain on our healthcare systems.

Each person is unique, and by decoding the insights in our DNA, we’re building cutting-edge tools and platforms that enable truly personalised medicine. From prevention and early screening to diagnosis, treatment, and even the development of new medicines, there is so much more to discover and build to support people at each step of their healthcare journey.

With our leading science and brilliant partners, we can make healthcare smarter, more precise, and more personal. Our vision is bold: a world where everyone benefits from genomics. If you’re inspired by the potential of cutting-edge science and technology – and want to have a real impact on the future of healthcare – we’d love to hear from you.

Role Purpose:
As a Communications & Marketing Associate, you will play a key role in enhancing the company’s visibility and reputation through strategic communications, public relations, stakeholder engagement, and digital marketing.

This role will work across both the communications and marketing functions, supporting public affairs, content development, media relations, and digital campaigns. You will collaborate with internal teams and external agencies to execute marketing and communication strategies that engage key audiences and drive impact. Reporting to both the Director of Communications and the Associate Director of Marketing, you’ll gain broad exposure and hands-on experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

A Day in the Life:

1. Corporate Communications – Support the execution of corporate communications strategies, crafting messaging for digital and traditional media.
2. Media Relations – Assist in drafting press releases, coordinating with PR agencies, and monitoring media trends to enhance brand awareness.
3. Content & Digital Marketing – Develop engaging content and campaigns across marketing platforms and internal communications.
4. Stakeholder & External Engagement – Support stakeholder communications, coordinate external engagements, draft briefing documents, and assist with public relations activities.
5. Event Support – Assist in the planning and execution of conferences, events, and campaigns, including logistics coordination and promotional materials.
6. Marketing Research & Insights – Conduct market research to analyse trends, competitor activity, and audience engagement, translating insights into actionable recommendations.
7. Marketing & Communications Admin – Provide ongoing support in administrative tasks such as subscription management, contracting, logistics, and coordinating speaking events.

Who You Are

1. Strong written communication skills, with the ability to create clear, engaging, and concise content.
2. Ability to translate complex scientific and business concepts into accessible messaging for diverse audiences.
3. Detail-oriented, able to juggle multiple tasks while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
4. Familiarity with social media platforms (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook) and digital marketing tools (Mailchimp).
5. Enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to learn in an evolving industry.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have):

1. Experience in content creation, creative writing, blogging, or journalism.
2. Knowledge of media relations, public affairs, or UK political landscape.
3. Experience using a CMS (especially Webflow).
4. Basic skills in video editing (Adobe Premiere), graphic design (Figma, Illustrator), or print software (InDesign).
5. Familiarity with the science, healthcare, or technology sectors.

Skills & Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree or apprenticeship in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Politics, or a Science-related field (or equivalent experience).
2. Previous experience in communications and marketing.
3. Strong writing skills, adaptable to a range of formats.
4. Interest in UK media, policy, and engagement with journalists and policymakers.

So what's in it for you?

• Salaries: Our salaries are externally benchmarked annually to ensure you receive compensation that aligns with the market.
• Generous Holiday Allowance: 25 days of annual leave, an additional 3-day company shutdown at the end of the year, plus bank holidays. More time for you to unwind and enjoy.
• Progression - We've got a straightforward and open progression framework that lets you easily see your strengths and areas where you can improve. With this knowledge, you can set personal goals to help you move up the career ladder.
• Invest in Your Future: Take advantage of our training and development opportunities. From regular training courses to access to a wide range of L&D materials. We're committed to helping you grow and succeed!
• Hybrid Working, Tailored to You: Choose between working in the office and from home. You can be based anywhere in the UK as long as you can get to any one of our offices regularly. As a guide, we expect people to come to the office 2-3 times a week.
• Wellbeing: Join a company that values you not just at work but also outside work. We offer a range of benefits, including comprehensive health insurance for you and your family, critical illness coverage, and life insurance. We also offer enhanced paid family leave.
• Diversity and Inclusion -We offer our 'Bank Your Bank Holiday' program, allowing you to exchange public holidays for dates that hold personal or cultural significance to you. It's our way of ensuring that every member of our community feels valued and included.
• Giving Made Easy: Make a difference with our payroll giving scheme. Donate to your favourite charities tax-free and help make the world a better place!
• Green Commute: Join our cycle-to-work scheme and enjoy a healthier, eco-friendly commute. We are also conveniently located by major transport hubs so public transport is a snip. It's good for you and the planet!
• Keeping it social: There are a variety of company socials to enjoy throughout the year, from regular company town halls, team picnics, outdoor summer activities, sports events, and other events organised by our social committee.

Would you like to learn more? Great, we’d love to chat. Please reach out for more information and to see if this opportunity is right for you!

Genomics is dedicated to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.