Marketing & Business Development Assistant

Position Description

Are you a creative, detail-driven communicator with a passion for building brands and client relationships? Do you get excited about crafting compelling content, engaging audiences, and making data-informed decisions? ThrottleNet is seeking an early-career Marketing & Business Development Assistant to play a pivotal role in powering our growth across marketing, sales, and business development.

This role is a dynamic blend of creative and analytical responsibilities, split across three core areas:

• 50% Marketing Support — Social media management, content creation, campaign execution, and brand storytelling.
• 30% Business Development Support — Research, data entry, auditing, reporting, and opportunity development.
• 20% Sales & Administrative Support — Client coordination, proposal assistance, CRM maintenance, and meeting facilitation.

Reporting to the Director of Marketing, this individual will work closely with the Marketing Coordinator, Sales & Business Development Associate, and Sales Director to ensure cohesive execution across all departments. You will be empowered to take initiative, contribute fresh ideas, and grow alongside a passionate and collaborative team.

This is a hybrid-friendly office position with a flexible work schedule and work-from-home opportunities. Travel requirements are minimal (less than 5%).

Essential Functions Marketing (50%)

Social Media Management & Content Creation

• Own and manage ThrottleNet’s social media presence across LinkedIn, Facebook, Google My Business, Instagram, and YouTube.
• Develop and schedule engaging content, including posts, stories, reels, and short-form video.
• Monitor community engagement, respond to comments, and build audience relationships.
• Track social media analytics and provide regular performance reports with actionable insights.
• Support paid social and digital advertising campaigns.
• Capture and edit photos and videos for use across social and digital channels.

Content Creation, Blogging & SEO

• Write and edit compelling content for emails, blog posts, web pages, and marketing collateral.
• Publish and manage blog posts for the company website, ensuring timely and consistent content delivery.
• Optimize content for search engines using foundational SEO best practices, including keyword research, meta descriptions, internal linking, and on-page structure.
• Explore and apply AI tools such as Claude, Google Gemini, custom AI tools, and Microsoft Copilot to enhance content creation, campaign efficiency, and marketing analytics.
• Coordinate direct mail and email outreach campaigns using Constant Contact.
• Edit and proofread presentations, proposals, and marketing materials for accuracy and brand consistency.
• Help maintain and update website content using WordPress.

Project Management Support

• Assist in managing marketing project timelines, deliverables, and team coordination.
• Use project management tools to track campaign milestones and ensure on-time delivery.
• Support cross-departmental collaboration by facilitating communication and documentation.
• Assist in organizing and producing client-facing events such as webinars, trade shows, and networking events.

Business Development Support (30%)

Re-Engagement & Outreach

• Coordinate re-engagement outreach campaigns targeting lost leads and dormant contacts.
• Monitor outreach engagement and coordinate timely follow-up communications.
• Assist in maintaining ongoing relationships with current clients and contacts.

Data Entry, Auditing & Reporting

• Perform accurate and timely data entry into the CRM and other business systems.
• Conduct regular audits of CRM data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and integrity.
• Audit automated reports of pipeline activity, campaign performance, and lead conversions.
• Support multi-attribution tracking and improve lead source accuracy.

Research & Opportunity Development

• Identify and track industry events, conferences, and speaking opportunities.
• Contribute insights and research findings to inform strategy discussions with the Director of Marketing and Sales Director.

Sales & Administrative Support (20%)

Client & Sales Coordination

• Handle initial client inquiries and coordinate scheduling and logistics for the sales team.
• Maintain high standards of professionalism and customer service in all client interactions.
• Assist in organizing and maintaining sales collateral, templates, and marketing materials.

Administrative & Cross-Functional Support

• Provide general administrative support for ad-hoc business development initiatives and team projects.
• Assist with special projects as assigned by the Marketing Director, Sales Director, or leadership team.
• Actively participate in team meetings, contributing updates, ideas, and process improvements.

Skills & Qualifications

Required

• 1-3 years of professional experience in marketing, client engagement, business development, or a related field — early-career candidates with a strong mix of full-time and internship experience are encouraged to apply.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Tenacious, and highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with social media platforms including LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
• Comfortable with data entry, CRM management, and basic reporting.
• Strong project management instincts with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Curiosity and interest in technology and IT topics.

Preferred

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with WordPress or similar CMS platforms.
• Experience in a client engagement, account management, or customer-facing professional role — comfort building relationships and managing client communications is a meaningful plus.
• Interest in or experience with AI/ SEO tools such as Google Search Console, Google Analytics, Claude, Google Gemini, or Microsoft Copilot for content creation, research, and marketing analytics.
• Google Analytics Individual Qualification (GA4) and/or Google Ads Search Certification preferred; experience using data to drive content and campaign decisions is a strong plus.
• Basic graphic design skills using tools such as Canva, Adobe Express, or Adobe Creative Suite
• HubSpot Inbound Certification or hands-on experience with HubSpot, Salesforce, or ConnectWise is a strong differentiator.
• Photography, videography, and/or video editing skills.
• Experience writing press releases, marketing collateral, or editorial content — comfort with AP style or journalistic writing is a plus.
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., Asana, Monday.com, Trello).
• Experience with email marketing platforms (e.g., Constant Contact, Mailchimp).
• Bachelor’s degree in Strategic Communication, Journalism, Marketing, Business, or a related field — bonus points for a Digital Marketing certificate or Minor in Business.

Why ThrottleNet?

ThrottleNet is a rapidly growing Managed Services Provider (MSP) with a proven track record of delivering exceptional IT solutions to businesses of all sizes throughout the St. Louis region and beyond. We are committed to fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented culture where your contributions are recognized and rewarded. When you join ThrottleNet, you can expect:

• A supportive team environment where creativity, initiative, and fresh ideas are celebrated.
• Opportunities for career growth, skill development, and professional advancement.
• Exposure to a wide range of marketing, sales, and business development disciplines.
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and work-from-home options.
• A front-row seat to the fast-moving world of managed IT services and technology.
• Bonuses based on metrics achieved

If you are a motivated, versatile professional eager to make a meaningful impact at a company that’s going places, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• In 5 sentences or less, why should we interview you?
• Give me an example of a piece of content you created that performed well. What made it work?
• Do you like to create content? Describe some of the ways you've created content in the past (blogs, videos, photos, etc.) and one content piece you are most proud of.
• If you were managing our social accounts starting tomorrow, what's the first thing you'd do in your first week?
• What's your process for taking a rough idea or brief and turning it into a finished piece of marketing content?
• What is your process to ensure something is done completely and without error?
• When days/ times are you available for a Teams video interview? Beginning April 7th

Experience:

• Marketing: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• St. Louis, MO 63127 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• St. Louis, MO 63127: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in St. Louis, MO 63127