Digital Marketing Specialist - E-commerce

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Professional development

Diverse channels experience

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a versatile Digital Marketing Specialist with a strong focus on e-commerce to join the team remotely. You will execute SEO, SEM, social media, email campaigns and content optimisation to drive online sales and improve customer acquisition.

In this role you will monitor performance using analytics tools, collaborate with the e-commerce team, and contribute to a flexible, innovative environment that supports professional development and a broad range of digital channels.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in digital marketing, with a significant focus on e-commerce.
• Proven experience with SEO, SEM, social media marketing and email marketing tools.
• Proficiency in using web analytics platforms to track and report on key metrics.
• Strong understanding of content marketing principles and their role in driving traffic and conversions.

Responsibilities

• Execute and manage SEO strategies to improve organic search rankings and website traffic.
• Plan, implement and monitor paid advertising campaigns across platforms like Google Ads and social media.
• Develop and manage social media content and engagement strategies to build brand awareness and drive traffic to the e-commerce site.
• Create and distribute email marketing campaigns, including newsletters and automated workflows.
• Analyse website performance, campaign results and customer behaviour using analytics tools to identify areas for optimisation.
• Collaborate with the e-commerce team to ensure a consistent brand message and user experience across all digital touchpoints.

Skills

SEO/SEM

Social Media Marketing

Email Marketing

Content Marketing

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field

Tools

Google Analytics

Google Ads

SEO Tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a versatile Digital Marketing Specialist with a strong focus on e-commerce to join their team based remotely, supporting operations in Randburg. This role is responsible for executing various digital marketing tactics aimed at driving online sales, improving customer acquisition, and enhancing brand presence. You will work on SEO, SEM, social media marketing, email campaigns, and content optimisation to ensure our digital strategies are effective and impactful. This is an excellent opportunity for a digital marketing professional looking to contribute to a dynamic e-commerce environment with the flexibility of remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute and manage search engine optimisation (SEO) strategies to improve organic search rankings and website traffic.
• Plan, implement and monitor paid advertising campaigns (SEM/PPC) across platforms like Google Ads and social media.
• Develop and manage social media content and engagement strategies to build brand awareness and drive traffic to the e-commerce site.
• Create and distribute email marketing campaigns, including newsletters, promotional emails and automated workflows.
• Analyse website performance, campaign results and customer behaviour using analytics tools to identify areas for optimisation.
• Collaborate with the e-commerce team to ensure a consistent brand message and user experience across all digital touchpoints.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of experience in digital marketing, with a significant focus on e-commerce.
• Proven experience with SEO, SEM, social media marketing and email marketing tools.
• Proficiency in using web analytics platforms (e.g. Google Analytics) to track and report on key metrics.
• Strong understanding of content marketing principles and their role in driving traffic and conversions.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Digital Media or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering maximum flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and gaining experience in diverse digital marketing channels.
• Collaborative virtual team environment.
• Be part of a company focused on innovation in the e-commerce sector.