Communications Assistant

Apex Group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global service provider is looking for a Communications Assistant in Cape Town. You will collaborate on diverse marketing projects, focusing on internal communication and engagement. The ideal candidate has a degree in Marketing, 1–3 years experience in a communications role, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Creativity and strong writing skills are essential. This role offers a dynamic work environment in a reputable company.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years’ experience in a communications, marketing, or content role (internal or external), preferably in global or financial services.
• Experience in a marketing / communications assistant role required.
• Familiarity with email marketing platforms is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage communications and newsletters in mail automation platforms.
• Manage and update SharePoint intranet with internal news and content.
• Track employee engagement and compile reports.
• Prepare agendas and presentations for town hall meetings.
• Assist with daily administrative duties.

Skills

Exceptional grammar and writing skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Highly organized

Proactive and quick learner

Basic Graphic Design skills

Education

Degree in Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Email marketing platforms

Canva

Job description

Job title : Communications Assistant

Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town Deadline : September 06, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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Your Role :

As a Marketing and Communications Assistant, you'll collaborate with our global team on diverse marketing tasks and projects, focusing predominantly on internal marketing and communications.

Ultimately, your goal will be to help ensure clear communication of our company’s message across all channels.

We are looking for a high energy individual with a flair for creativity who understands the importance of internal messaging and is not afraid to do things differently and think out of the box!

Key Responsibilities :

Internal Marketing & Communications :

Create and set up communication and newsletters in mail automation platforms.

Manage and update our SharePoint intranet with internal news stories and various content items such as policies, charts, statistics, videos etc.

Continuously work with the team to improve and elevate employee engagement and experience.

Support the marketing lead on acquisitions and employee integrations.

Work closely with the HR team on employee engagement, career fairs, collateral etc

Design work in Canva including desktop backgrounds, email banners and diagrams

Reporting & Analysis :

Track employee engagement and compile monthly and quarterly reports

Create, distribute, Analyse feedback from various employee surveys and create management reports.

Town Halls :

Prepare agendas and presentations for monthly town hall meetings.

Coordinate, create and oversee these online meetings, ensuring smooth execution.

Reporting and analysis of Town Hall attendance.

Admin :

Manage business card requests and distribution.

Process marketing invoices and onboard new suppliers.

Assist with daily administrative duties.

Your Attributes :

Exceptional grammar and writing skills.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Proactive, quick learner with a creative flair.

Highly organized with a keen eye for detail.

Skills & Experience :

Degree in Marketing (preferred).

Basic Graphic Design skills (a plus).

Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel data and charts, and PowerPoint for presentations

Experience in a marketing / communications assistant role.

Familiarity with email marketing platforms (preferred).

1–3 years’ experience in a communications, marketing, or content role (internal or external), preferably within a global or financial services company

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