Marketing Lead (Volunteer Role)

NOTE: This is a 100% unpaid volunteer opportunity for someone passionate about equity and driven to create meaningful impact through their expertise and experience.

Our mission is to bridge the ethnic diversity gap in the life sciences industry. We support and empower Black and ethnically diverse professionals by providing pathways, visibility, and opportunities.

Partnering with organisations, we strive to create an equitable and inclusive environment where talent is boundless, and the industry's diversity reflects the needs of all populations.

Our vision is to see the UK life sciences industry fully reflect our society's diversity. We aim for Black and ethnically diverse professionals to not only be represented but to excel and lead, with their excellence acknowledged and celebrated.

Are you an experienced marketing professional passionate about driving impact in an industry where equity and diversity should sit at the heart of innovation and patient outcomes? Do you want to use your expertise to drive equity, representation, and inclusion?.

BPLS is seeking a Marketing Lead (Volunteer ~10 hrs/month) to help take us to the next level as we grow our community and influence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of BPLS’s marketing strategy across digital and traditional platforms.
• Develop partnerships with organisations providing pro-bono marketing support.
• Create compelling campaigns that resonate with Black and ethnically diverse professionals and industry allies alike.
• Oversee content planning and coordinate with the Comms and Social Media Lead to deliver engaging campaigns.
• Manage marketing analytics and reporting, tracking KPIs and optimising strategies accordingly.
• Stay informed about marketing trends and tools to continuously improve BPLS's reach and engagement.

Qualifications

• Commitment to BPLS’s mission and values, with a passion for inclusive marketing practices.
• Experience in executing marketing campaigns or strategy.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing, branding, and audience segmentation.
• Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills.
• Comfortable with data analysis and using insights to guide decision-making.
• Passion for equity and desire to make a difference.

Why join us:

• You will be part of a mission-driven organisation creating real change in the industry.
• You will get opportunities to build new networks, grow your leadership skills, and make a tangible impact.
• You’ll be joining BPLS at a pivotal moment in our journey to help shape our future.

Learn more about BPLS by visiting: www.bpls.org.uk

To apply for this role, by submitting your CV via LinkedIn or please send your CV and cover letter to: info@bpls.org.uk