Marketing Associate

Canonical has an opening for a Marketing Associate supporting go-to-market work around its open-source software and the Ubuntu platform. The job is remote and open to…

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Work arrangement: Remote
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Employment type: Full-time
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Canonical has an opening for a Marketing Associate supporting go-to-market work around its open-source software and the Ubuntu platform. The job is remote and open to candidates anywhere in the world. The associate works with colleagues from several functions to translate technical advances into messages that show business value to different audiences, from software developers to executives making purchasing decisions. The role is hands-on from the start. Day-to-day tasks include…

Job Description

The role is hands-on from the start. Day-to-day tasks include helping plan and deliver go-to-market activity, writing and polishing messaging and positioning, and supporting campaign plans and the distribution of content so it reaches the right readers. The associate also works with demand generation and digital colleagues to refine funnels and monitor results, and helps run webinars, events and social posts alongside the broader marketing group.

The posting seeks someone with a genuine interest in technology who is keen to learn about open source, can break complicated issues down into practical recommendations, and builds good working relationships in a quick-moving setting. Clear writing and speaking, self-motivation and reliable deadline management are important. Some grounding in marketing fundamentals or GTM thinking is expected, whether it comes from study, an internship or personal projects. Openness to feedback and enthusiasm for new challenges round out the profile.

Responsibilities

Help plan and deliver go-to-market activity
Write and refine messaging and positioning for different audiences
Support campaign planning and decide how content gets distributed
Partner with demand generation and digital colleagues to improve funnels and track results
Help run webinars, events and social posts with the marketing group

Requirements

Genuine curiosity about technology and eagerness to learn open source
Ability to analyse complex issues and produce practical recommendations
Strong interpersonal skills for working across functions
Clear verbal and written communication, with a flair for storytelling
Self-starter who sets priorities and meets deadlines
Some familiarity with marketing fundamentals or GTM thinking
Eagerness to learn and openness to feedback

Core Skills

Git Communication Excel Sales

Benefits

Employee assistance programme
Fully remote working arrangement
A yearly USD 2,000 budget for learning and skill growth
Yearly pay review and recognition awards
Paid holidays each year, plus parental leave
Chances to visit new places and meet teammates at sprints
Priority Pass access and upgrades on long-haul trips for company events
Possible bonuses and sales incentives in certain roles

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Where is the job based?

The posting says the role is remote and open globally.

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, the listing is for a full-time role.

What background is needed?

A basic understanding of marketing or go-to-market strategy is expected, which can come from a degree, internships or personal projects. The posting does not state a number of years.

What is the pay?

The posting says base pay depends on location, experience and skills, but it does not state a figure.