Customer Acquisition Associate - Entry Level

GEM; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Medical & Dental Benefits

Career Advancement

Professional Development

Collaborative Environment

Job summary

GEM is seeking an enthusiastic Marketing & Customer Acquisition Associate to join our Alexandria team. This entry-level role offers hands-on training in promotional marketing, customer engagement, and brand representation while contributing to client acquisition initiatives.

No previous experience is required, and paid training is provided. You will develop skills in communication, relationship building, and campaign execution within a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a dynamic setting.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team.
• Strong work ethic and goal-oriented mindset.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Interest in marketing, sales, customer engagement, or business development.
• No prior experience required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist with marketing campaigns and customer acquisition initiatives.
• Engage with customers to communicate client products, services, and promotions.
• Help increase brand awareness through personalized marketing strategies.
• Build positive relationships with customers and support retention efforts.
• Represent client brands professionally during promotional activities and events.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve marketing and customer acquisition goals.
• Participate in training and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Strong communication & interpersonal

Willingness to learn

Independent and collaborative work

Strong work ethic

Adaptability in fast-paced environment

Interest in marketing/sales/business

No prior experience required

Job description

GEM is a forward-thinking marketing firm committed to excellence in customer acquisition, brand promotion, and customer relationship building. Through customized marketing campaigns and personalized engagement strategies, we help our clients attract new customers, strengthen brand awareness, and encourage long-term customer loyalty.

We believe in developing talent from within and creating opportunities for motivated individuals to grow professionally.

Position Overview

GEM is seeking an enthusiastic, driven, and career-oriented Marketing & Customer Acquisition Associate to join our growing team.

This entry-level position is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with people, building relationships, and contributing to marketing initiatives. Team members receive hands-on training in promotional marketing, customer engagement, brand representation, and customer acquisition strategies.

No previous experience is required—paid training is provided!

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with marketing campaigns and customer acquisition initiatives.
• Engage with customers to communicate client products, services, and promotions.
• Help increase brand awareness through personalized marketing strategies.
• Build positive relationships with customers and support customer retention efforts.
• Represent client brands professionally during promotional activities and events.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve marketing and customer acquisition goals.
• Participate in training and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong work ethic and goal-oriented mindset.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Interest in marketing, sales, customer engagement, or business development.
• Previous experience is welcome but not required.

What GEM Offers

• Paid Training: Gain practical experience and develop essential marketing skills.
• Medical & Dental Benefits: Available to eligible employees.
• Career Advancement: Opportunities to grow and take on additional responsibilities.
• Professional Development: Build communication, leadership, and business skills.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with a team that values integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Who We're Looking For

We welcome entry-level candidates, recent graduates, and career changers who are motivated to learn, enjoy interacting with people, and want to build a long-term career in marketing and customer acquisition.

Ready to Grow with GEM?

If you're enthusiastic about connecting with people, developing new skills, and contributing to a growing organization, we'd love to hear from you!