Junior Marketing Assistant Trainee - East London

Placements24; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job mentorship

Hybrid work model

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a growing marketing agency in East London to hire a Junior Marketing Assistant Trainee. This hybrid role offers hands-on exposure to market research, content creation, social media management, and campaign support.

You will learn from experienced marketing professionals, contribute to client projects, and develop essential marketing skills while balancing office days with remote work.

Qualifications

• Interest in marketing and building a career in the field.
• Secondary education completed; a marketing/communications/business qualification is a plus.
• Basic understanding of marketing principles and social media.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing marketing campaigns and strategies.
• Conduct market research and gather competitive intel.
• Create and schedule content for social media.
• Monitor social media engagement and respond to inquiries.
• Organize marketing events and promotions.
• Develop marketing collateral such as brochures and presentations.
• Maintain marketing databases and contact lists.
• Track and report campaign performance metrics.
• Collaborate with internal teams on marketing initiatives.
• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices.

Skills

Marketing research

Content creation

Social media management

Campaign support

Team collaboration

Education

Marketing/Business qualification

Tools

Basic computer tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a growing marketing and communications agency located in East London, is seeking an enthusiastic Junior Marketing Assistant Trainee. This role provides an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about marketing to gain hands‑on experience across various marketing functions, including market research, content creation, social media management, and campaign support. You will work closely with experienced marketing professionals, contributing to client projects and learning the intricacies of the marketing world. This hybrid position combines the benefits of collaborative office days with the flexibility of remote work, offering a well‑rounded learning experience. Join a supportive team dedicated to fostering talent and driving successful marketing campaigns.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of marketing campaigns and strategies.
• Conduct market research and gather competitive intelligence.
• Support the creation and scheduling of content for social media platforms.
• Help monitor social media engagement and respond to inquiries.
• Assist in organizing marketing events and promotional activities.
• Contribute to the development of marketing collateral, such as brochures and presentations.
• Help maintain marketing databases and contact lists.
• Track and report on marketing campaign performance metrics.
• Collaborate with internal teams on marketing initiatives.
• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in marketing.

Requirements

• A strong interest in marketing and a desire to build a career in the field.
• Completed secondary education; a qualification in marketing, communications, or business is a plus.
• Basic understanding of marketing principles and social media platforms.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and take direction.
• A proactive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications.
• Must be able to work in the East London area for the hybrid component.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new marketing tools and techniques.

Benefits

• This Junior Marketing Assistant Trainee position offers a salary of 53000 R per annum , along with comprehensive on‑the‑job training and mentorship from experienced marketing professionals.
• You will gain practical exposure to a wide range of marketing activities and contribute to real client projects.
• The hybrid work model provides flexibility, balancing office‑based teamwork with remote focus.
• Our client offers a positive and collaborative work culture, opportunities for career growth within the agency, and the chance to develop essential skills in the dynamic marketing industry.
• Start your marketing career in East London with a company invested in your success.