About us

The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide.

At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you’re given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world.

In our warm, collaborative culture, you’ll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing.

Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you’ll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere.

Build a newsworthy career at the FT.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

We believe in the power of unique perspectives and want all voices in our organisation to be heard, respected and valued. A supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves and operate to their full potential. We are committed to removing barriers for everyone, with a focus on addressing those faced by underrepresented groups.

About the role:

The Campaign Data Executive will work closely with the Marketers at FT Live to provide timely and accurate data and insights to help improve email engagement and event attendance.

Key responsibilities

• Execute data research and data analysis for marketing purposes
• Create data subsets based on criteria given by Marketing to enable non-technical colleagues to utilise the data on marketing events (marketing segmentations).
• Schedule marketing campaign email sends
• Execute data management tasks to ensure data flows smoothly and error-free among data systems.
• Work on improving data quality by identifying data inaccuracies/errors. Working on providing solutions to address the issues identified.
• Execute admin tasks to maintain Data Protection Compliance accurately and promptly.
• Execute ad hoc data development tasks.

Required skills and experience 

• Bachelor's Degree and/or formal education in digital marketing and data disciplines.
• Experience in a similar role (1 year at least)

Essential

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
• Working knowledge of Salesforce or other CRM
• Strong organisation and time-management skills
• Strong analytical skills and the proven ability to pay close attention to details
• Proven experience in providing administrative support
• Excellent record-keeping skills, both electronically and for hard copies
• A high degree of accuracy and organised approach to work, exercising initiative and
• working independently as appropriate
• Understanding of Data Protection Legislation
• The ability to create, manage and maintain data and write reports.

Desirable

• Working knowledge of Customer Data Platforms, such as Bloomreach or Marketo.
• Experience researching contacts for marketing purposes

Accessibility

We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory.

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments/personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements or have any questions, email [email protected] and a member of our team will be happy to help.

Further information

At the FT, we embrace innovation and the use of technology and appreciate that individuals may leverage AI tools as part of their job application process. Whilst we are happy for you to use AI to assist with your application, it is essential that all information provided is authentic and accurately represents your skills, experience, and qualifications.

Candidates should be aware that the use of AI throughout the application process may be monitored to ensure a fair and transparent hiring process for all.

Please beware of fraudulent job postings and offers claiming to be from the Financial Times. All legitimate opportunities will direct you to apply through the official Financial Times careers site, and the FT will never ask for financial information, payments, or referrals to third parties during the hiring process. If you have any concerns about the legitimacy of a job posting or suspect any scam activity, please contact [email protected]. 

Interested in the FT but don’t see the right role yet? Join our Talent Community to receive exclusive updates, featured jobs, and insights into working at the FT.