Placement Student - Marketing

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Prysmian Group Prysmian Group is world leader of the energy and telecom cables and systems industry, with around 30,000 employees across 50 countries worldwide.The Group has been formed through the union of Prysmian, Draka and more recently General Cable, already leaders in their markets for innovation and technological know-how, by combining the strengths and achieving increased investment potential and geographical coverage, as well as the most extensive range of products on the market.Every day is different and varied. You will be in charge of a wide range of different projects. Typical tasks may include: Design of brochures, product literature, in-house magazine, mailshots etc, Compiling and maintaining project and budget tracking system, Web page design – Internet/Intranet, Raising requisitions for payment of goods, Promotional and merchandising ideas, Support the planning and execution of trade shows, participate at these shows Competitor/Customer/Market Research and analysis Literature Management and Distribution Manning information hotline, Spontaneous project work, Supporting Sales/Specification team, Support of product launches, General clerical support to Marketing Department.As the year progresses you are given the opportunity to increase responsibility and autonomy to gain the most from your placement year.Who We Are Looking For?An individual who has: Creativity Willingness to be part of a dynamic team Passion for making a difference in a short space of time A proactive “can-do” attitude and the resilience to overcome disappointment General computer skills and knowledge of Excel and Word Knowledge of Adobe InDesign / Photoshop / Illustrator / Freehand / Quark Xpress is desirable.Organisational skills Good telephone manner Full driving licence would be beneficial (but not essential) You will be an undergraduate ideally studying a Marketing or Business-related degree.It is essential that you can work well in a team and possess excellent communication/interpersonal skills. Other personal skills required: High level of initiativeAbility to overcome problems calmly and effectively Project management skills Flexible and responsive to change We will expect a professional attitude to work and a willingness to learn and take initiative.Location detailsThis role is based in our offices near the Eastleigh town centre. The address is Prysmian Cables & Systems Limited, Chickenhall Lane, Eastleigh, SO50 6YU. There are good transport links to Eastleigh and the site is approximately 15 minutes walk from the railway station. We are able to offer free car parking next to our offices.Prysmian Group, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills and abilities, who will enhance the quality of service and contribute to the Group’s success. Prysmian Group is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, appreciated and free to fully express their human potential. Prysmian Group strongly believes that diversity drives meritocracy and brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increases the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and shareholders. Prysmian Group bases its decisions on principles of equality, with evaluations based on the type of position and with a focus on best practices so individuals succeed based on their efforts and skills and their alignment with applicable job requirements.

Line Managers, Hiring Managers, HR Corporate and HR Local are responsible for ensuring that diversity and inclusion are respected during the recruiting process. Unconscious bias and stereotypes must not influence our selection processes. We look for the best candidates and for the real value they can bring into the organization. We value meritocracy. We value diversity. We turn off our bias. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service and veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

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