graduate marketing jobs/careers help

[dave9]

My girlfriend is due to graduate soon with a marketing degree - it's something I know little about.

who are good employers for this kind of 'graduate job' and any hints/tips welcome
what is a good kind of marketing to get into
where is the money to be made
what companies are good to work for and who to avoid etc

thanks

[rog007]

Search 'Water Company Stakeholder Manager'; perfect 'marketing' role in a relatively tame environment to kickstart a career. Vacancies in Trent Water I seem to recollect. Good luck!

[dave9]

rog007 said:

Search 'Water Company Stakeholder Manager'; perfect 'marketing' role in a relatively tame environment to kickstart a career. Vacancies in Trent Water I seem to recollect. Good luck!

thanks, can you shed any more light on this for me please

[rog007]

All utilities work alongside stakeholders such as DEFRA, Environment Agency, Local Authorities, BIS and relevant regulators to name but a few. The reputation of the organisation is often supported by a marketing team. Couple of adverts to show what is involved:

http://www.stwatervacancies.co.uk/details.aspx?id=...

http://www.stwatervacancies.co.uk/details.aspx?id=...