Marketing Assistant

Overview & Responsibilities

In business for more than 70 years, Republic Finance is proud to be a trusted lender in over 300 communities across the United States! We specialize in providing flexible lending solutions and outstanding customer service. Driven by our shared mission to pursue excellence for our team, our customers, and our performance, we are continuously improving our customer offerings in tandem with opening more branches in new states each year. We also regularly promote from within and enjoy giving back to the communities we serve. In a nutshell, our company culture is about helping customers, investing in our employee's future, and ensuring that our performance makes an impact on our community!

The Marketing Assistant provides administrative and operational support to the Marketing Department, helping ensure the successful execution of marketing initiatives, branch support programs, vendor relationships, and company-wide campaigns. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while collaborating effectively across departments.

• Manage and monitor the shared marketing inbox, ensuring timely distribution and follow-up of marketing requests to the appropriate team members.
• Administer employee recognition and incentive programs by awarding credits for company-wide contests, achievements, and rewards through the internal employee incentive platform.
• Coordinate the procurement and distribution of branch marketing promotional items and giveaways, including:Evaluating and selecting new promotional products.
• • Preparing annual and campaign-specific giveaway budgets.
  • Collecting and consolidating branch orders.
  • Coordinating with vendors to ensure timely fulfillment and delivery.
  • Providing newly opened branches with promotional starter kits.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date branch information on the company website and internal directories.
• Reconcile monthly marketing invoices and maintain vendor payment records for direct mail and branding partners.
• Assist with the planning and execution of company-wide philanthropic initiatives, charitable giving programs, and community outreach efforts.
• Partner with the Marketing Analyst to track branch receivable landmarks, coordinate plaque and award orders with vendors, and facilitate distribution to branch locations.
• Coordinate and complete large-scale shipments to branch locations as needed throughout the year.
• Use AI-powered tools, including ChatGPT and Claude, to support content creation, communications drafting, research, and workflow efficiencies.
• Provide general administrative and operational support to the Marketing Department as needed.

Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field preferred but not required.
• Minimum of three years of administrative, marketing support, or related professional experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and Access.
• Experience using AI productivity tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, or similar platforms.
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to effectively prioritize competing responsibilities.
• Comfortable working with large datasets and maintaining accurate records.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated teammate who can collaborate effectively while also working independently.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) to start + 1 additional personal holiday
• 401k + employer match
• Company provided Life Insurance & Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program - Confidential mental health support

Additional benefits with Republic Finance include:

• Employee of the Month Program
• Philanthropic support for charities such as Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and the American Cancer Society
• Regular drawings for Sports tickets
• Professional offices with a friendly team environment

Republic Finance, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age disability or veteran status in employment opportunities and benefits. Republic Finance, LLC maintains a Drug-Free Workplace.