Marketing Assistant

PERL Mortgage

PERL is a leading national independent correspondent lender headquartered in Chicago, with over 200 employees company-wide, licensed in 27 states and growing nationally. Founded by Ken Perlmutter in 1994, PERL is now celebrating its second decade as one of Chicago’s most respected independent financial institutions. As a full-service lender, PERL has access to a wide range of loan products and consistently finds competitive rates and programs to fit the unique needs of our clients. With our in-house operations, PERL is able to provide quick decisions on loan information that clients need throughout the lending process, leading to smooth and faster closings. We pride ourselves in building lifelong associations with our clients – and will help finance more than just your first home. We’ll continually manage your financing needs to secure your long term success.

http://www.perlmortgage.com


Position Details

Marketing Assistant
Job
Full-time
Office/WFH
100% remote
3/21/2016
Chicago Illinois
Chicago, IL

Reporting to the Marketing Director, the Marketing Assistant is a critical member of the marketing team supporting all marketing communications efforts related to corporate communications, branding and Loan Officer marketing. The primary function is to manage and service Loan Officer requests to ensure they are communicated with promptly and deadlines are met.

Essential Functions:

  • Field all incoming requests from Loan Officers and Producing Branch Mangers by providing exceptional customer service: answers questions, provides information, researches and resolves problems 
  • Coordinates department activities with vendors (promo, printers, mailing houses, etc.) 
  • Assists with marketing research 
  • Administers department marketing calendar 
  • Checks schedules, production and distribution arrangements and other details to ensure timely completion and quality control of marketing activities and publications 
  • Maintain electronic filing systems
  • Setup and coordinate meetings 
  • Perform general clerical duties 
  • Support team in assigned projects 
  • Assign projects to marketing team members 
  • Provide design support for postcards, flyers and other requested templated collateral 
  • Assist in recommending and procuring promotional materials 
  • Special projects or other duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, Graphic Design or a related field required. 
  • 1-3 years of prior experience supporting a corporate marketing team preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Strong work ethic and positive attitude. 
  • Ability to work independently; to prioritize and manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines. 
  • Detail-oriented, with strong organizational, problem-solving and administrative skills. 
  • Willing to learn and be open to suggestions/ideas to improve productivity and efficiency. 
  • Committed to providing superior work product. 
  • Have excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
  • Ability to exercise judgment and suggest creative approaches to new issues. 
  • Possesses initiative and thrives in a fast-paced work environment. 
  • Is team-oriented and flexible in assuming new responsibilities as they arise. 
  • Basic or Intermediate level in Adobe InDesign is highly desired. 
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Benefits include; full medical, dental, and vision coverage; company-paid short & long term disability benefits; vacation and sick time off; and 401K retirement.



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