Making a career change or new to the industry? Lindsey Myerscough, Major Players Recruiter for Private Sector Marketing Jobs offers an overview to the working within the industry, from salaries to career development opportunities, entry requirements and more.
Not got time for a video? Check out the main points below… What are the salaries like? "In the private sector you’re looking at around £18-22k, in the media it’s slightly less as the market is more competitive. A top end salary for a big blue chip organisation could be on the £150-200k+ but on a more average level it’s about £45-55k."
Do you need a degree? “It’s good to have a degree in a related subject, so aside from marketing, maybe business studies, but a degree isn’t essential if you have good experience.”
What key skills and personality traits do you need? “Personality is a big part of being successful within this industry, but of course you do need core skills such as the ability to be diplomatic and be a good strategist.”
How can I get more clued up on the sector? “Marketing Week, Marketing and Brand Republic are all great. It’s also good to read job descriptions to get an idea of what’s out there and what people are expecting.”