Apprentice Marketing Assistant

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 33,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Stipend

Mentorship

Pathway to full-time role

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto seeks an energetic Apprentice Marketing Assistant to gain hands-on experience across digital marketing, content creation, social media management, and market research. You will work with the marketing team, gaining practical experience and contributing to campaign execution.

You will be mentored by experienced professionals, with opportunities to develop core marketing skills and to advance towards a full-time role within the department.

Qualifications

• Interest in marketing and digital media.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new tools and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation and scheduling of social media content across various platforms.
• Support the development and execution of digital marketing campaigns.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends.
• Help prepare marketing materials, presentations, and reports.
• Provide administrative support to the marketing team as needed.

Skills

Marketing concepts

Communication

Adaptability

Organization

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an energetic and creative individual to join their dynamic marketing department as an Apprentice Marketing Assistant in Soweto . This role offers a comprehensive introduction to the field of marketing, covering digital marketing, content creation, social media management, and market research. You will work closely with the marketing team, gaining practical experience and contributing to campaign execution. This is an excellent stepping stone for individuals eager to build a career in marketing, learn from experienced professionals, and make a tangible impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation and scheduling of social media content across various platforms.
• Support the development and execution of digital marketing campaigns.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends.
• Help prepare marketing materials, presentations, and reports.
• Provide administrative support to the marketing team as needed.

Requirements

• A keen interest in marketing and digital media.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with basic computer software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new tools and technologies.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training in modern marketing practices and tools.
• Exposure to diverse marketing functions, including digital, social, and content.
• Competitive apprenticeship stipend with opportunities for performance-based reviews.
• Mentorship from experienced marketing professionals in Soweto .
• Pathway to potential full-time roles within the company's marketing department.