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Assistant CRM & Acquisition (H/F) - Alternance

Outdoor Sports Valley - OSVAnnecy, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

Growth MarketingConfirméOn-siteFull time€18K - €22K
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CRM & Email MarketingEvent MarketingFrance (Annecy)Alternance/InternshipB2CDigital MarketingPerformance Tracking

The Challenge

UTMB Group owns the world's biggest trail running events. You'll manage their CRM database for 60+ global events, owning email campaigns that drive runner acquisition and engagement across multiple languages and time zones.

Your Mission

First 3 Months
1

Master the CRM platform (HubSpot) and current UTMB World Series database structure; identify 3 quick wins for data quality

2

Execute 8-10 email campaigns across different geographies; achieve baseline KPIs (open rate, CTR) and document learnings

3

Set up campaign performance dashboard tracking opens, clicks, engagement; report weekly to CRM Manager

4

Assist in 2-3 contest/activation campaigns via Qualifio; learn customer journey mapping for trail running audience

By 6 Months
1

Own end-to-end email campaign lifecycle: segmentation, template creation, scheduling, analysis for 40+ campaigns

2

Drive 15-20% improvement in key email metrics (open rate or CTR) through A/B testing and audience refinement

3

Build repeatable playbooks for seasonal/event-driven campaigns across UTMB World Series circuit

4

Attend 2-3 live events/weekends; gather on-ground insights to inform digital acquisition strategy

KPIs You'll Own

Email Open Rate

Target 25-35% opens; track by segment, language, and event type to optimize send times and subject lines

Click-Through Rate (CTR)

Monitor 3-8% CTR; use to validate email copy, design, and CTA effectiveness across campaigns

Campaign Engagement Score

Track repeat opens, clicks, and conversions to measure audience interest and refine targeting

List Growth & Segmentation Health

Monitor subscriber growth, bounce rates, and active segment percentages; maintain database hygiene

Contest/Activation Participation Rate

Measure entries, shares, and ROI of Qualifio contests to optimize future activation mechanics

Tools & Stack

HubSpotQualifioEmail marketing platform (likely HubSpot or similar)Google AnalyticsExcel/SheetsFigma or email template builders

Your Team

Your Manager

CRM Manager (Responsable CRM)

Current Team

Marketing & Communication team at UTMB Group; collaborative, event-driven environment

New backfill role; 1-year alternance contract

The Package

Salary

€18K-€22K annual

Remote

On-site (Annecy, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

Benefits & Perks

Work for world's leading trail running event organizer (HOKA UTMB Mont-Blanc)
Access to events and community: 2-3 weekend events/year included
Hands-on CRM & email marketing experience with real 60+ event portfolio
Based in Annecy—heart of French Alps with strong trail running culture
Mentorship from CRM Manager; continuous learning in event marketing

Company Intelligence

UTMB Group is the global leader in trail running event organization. The flagship HOKA UTMB Mont-Blanc is the world's premier ultra trail race. Since 2022, they operate the UTMB World Series—60+ races globally—partnering with The IRONMAN Group to democratize trail running access.

Customers

Trail runners globally; 60+ race events; 100K+ active participants

Culture

Dynamic, passionate, team-oriented; deeply embedded in trail running community

Is This Role For You?

For You If
  • You're a BAC+4/5 student (or equivalent) with genuine passion for digital marketing and sports/events
  • You're hands-on with email marketing tools and eager to master HubSpot in a real-world setting
  • You love analyzing data: open rates, clicks, engagement fascinate you, not bore you
  • You're bilingual (English + French) and comfortable working in an international, multi-timezone environment
  • You want 12 months of tangible portfolio work (not busywork); launching campaigns that reach 100K+ runners
Won't Work If
  • You need full remote; this is Annecy-based, on-site only
  • You're looking for a permanent role; this is a 1-year alternance contract with an August 2026 start
  • You have no interest in sports, events, or trail running culture; passion matters here
  • You're uncomfortable with analytics, spreadsheets, or tracking performance metrics

Interview Process

1

Application Review

CV, cover letter, portfolio or examples of digital marketing work (emails, campaigns, or analytics dashboards)

2

Phone Screening

CRM Manager discusses your motivation, CRM/email platform familiarity, and understanding of UTMB brand

3

Live Case Study or Test

Likely a short email segmentation, campaign brief, or KPI analysis exercise; 30-60 min

4

In-Person or Video Interview

Meet with CRM Manager and potentially Marketing team lead; discuss projects, teamwork, and first 90 days priorities

Interested in this role?

Apply now and hear back within days, not weeks.

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