Digital Marketing Analyst - Data & Insights

Placements24; Southampton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training & development

Team events

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Digital Marketing Analyst to join our fast-growing digital agency. You will measure campaign effectiveness, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to drive decisions across SEM, SEO, social, email, and display channels.

You will build dashboards, define KPIs, and present findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, enabling data-driven marketing across a diverse client portfolio.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in a quantitative field (Statistics/Math/Economics/Marketing Analytics).
• Minimum 3 years in digital marketing analytics or data analysis.
• Proficiency in Google Analytics; familiarity with other platforms (Adobe Analytics) is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of SEM, SEO, Social, Email and Display channels.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data from digital marketing channels.
• Develop dashboards and reports for internal teams and clients.
• Identify KPIs and track progress toward marketing objectives.
• Analyze campaign performance, website traffic, user behavior, and conversions.
• Provide insights to optimize ROI and customer acquisition.
• Perform A/B testing analysis and guide experimentation strategies.
• Present findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

Analytical

Detail-oriented

Communication

Presentation

Education

Bachelors in Statistics/Math/Economics

Tools

GA

Tableau

Power BI

Data Studio

SQL

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a fast-growing digital agency, is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Digital Marketing Analyst to join their team. This role is crucial for measuring the effectiveness of marketing campaigns, identifying key trends, and providing actionable insights to drive strategic decision-making for their diverse client portfolio. The ideal candidate possesses a strong quantitative background, proficiency in various analytics tools, and a passion for transforming data into meaningful business intelligence. You will work across multiple digital channels, including SEM, SEO, social media, display advertising, and email marketing, to provide comprehensive performance reporting and strategic recommendations. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your analytical career within a dynamic agency environment in **Randburg, Gauteng**.

Key Responsibilities

Collect, process, and analyze data from various digital marketing channels (e.g., Google Analytics, Google Ads, social media platforms, email marketing software). Develop and maintain comprehensive performance dashboards and reports for internal teams and clients. Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and track progress towards marketing objectives. Conduct in-depth analysis of campaign performance, website traffic, user behavior, and conversion rates. Provide actionable insights and recommendations to optimize marketing strategies, improve ROI, and enhance customer acquisition efforts. Perform A/B testing analysis and provide guidance on experimentation strategies. Stay up-to-date with the latest analytics tools, data visualization techniques, and digital marketing trends. Collaborate with marketing managers and specialists to understand their data needs and provide relevant insights. Identify data discrepancies and work to ensure data accuracy and integrity across all platforms. Present findings and recommendations clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Marketing Analytics, or a related quantitative field. Minimum of 3 years of experience in digital marketing analytics or a data analysis role. Proficiency in Google Analytics is essential; experience with other analytics platforms (e.g., Adobe Analytics) is a plus. Strong understanding of digital marketing concepts and channels (SEM, SEO, Social Media, Email, Display). Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Google Data Studio). Proficiency in Excel and/or Google Sheets for data manipulation and analysis. Knowledge of SQL for database querying is highly desirable. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail. Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex data insights effectively. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid and retirement fund contributions. This role is based in our modern agency office in **Randburg, Gauteng**, fostering a collaborative and energetic work environment. Employees have access to ongoing training, professional development opportunities, and exposure to a diverse range of clients and industries. Join a team dedicated to data-driven marketing and advance your career in a fast-paced digital landscape. Enjoy generous paid time off and exciting team-building activities.