Marketing Assistant to CEO

Armstrong Appointments; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering company transforming the B2B payment landscape as a Marketing Assistant to the Founder & CEO. This role involves driving growth through personal assistance and marketing initiatives, conducting user research, and supporting campaign development. Ideal candidates have a relevant degree and 5 years of experience in a fast-paced environment, with strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in a marketing or administrative role, preferably in a startup.
• Experience conducting user research and developing marketing insights.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with marketing tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage the CEO’s calendar, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements.
• Conduct thorough user research to gather insights on customer behaviour.
• Monitor and report on the performance of marketing campaigns.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Analytics

HubSpot

Job description

Be part of a pioneering company transforming the B2B payment landscape with a cutting-edge platform that empowers local businesses through seamless, cashless transactions and transparent solutions.

As Marketing Assistant to the Founder & CEO, you''ll play a vital dual role, driving growth through personal assistance and marketing initiatives. Your research expertise will shape campaigns, fuel business expansion, and foster strong relationships with global brands.

Seize this exciting opportunity to shape the future of B2B payments in Africa, working closely with the founder & CEO in a dynamic, innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities :

Personal Assistant Duties :

• Manage the CEO’s calendar, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements.
• Handle correspondence, including emails, phone calls, and other communications on behalf of the CEO.
• Assist with the preparation of documents, presentations, and reports for meetings and events.
• Organize and maintain files and records, ensuring confidentiality and easy access.

Marketing Support :

• Conduct thorough user research to gather insights on customer behaviour, preferences, and trends.
• Develop detailed user personas and journey maps based on research findings.
• Assist in creating and refining campaign briefs that align with user insights and marketing objectives.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure that campaigns are user-centric and data-driven.
• Monitor and report on the performance of marketing campaigns, providing actionable recommendations for improvement.

Administrative Tasks :

• Coordinate and manage special projects and initiatives as directed by the CEO.
• Organize events, workshops, and meetings, including and attendee management.
• Handle expense reports, invoices, and other financial documents as needed.

Qualifications

Education :

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.

Experience :

• 5 years of experience in a marketing or administrative role, preferably in a startup or fast-paced environment.
• Experience conducting user research and developing marketing insights is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft O\ice Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with marketing tools such as Google Analytics, HubSpot, or similar.
• Basic knowledge of user research methodologies and tools.

Criteria

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating a proactive and resourceful approach.

A Consultant will be in touch if you are shortlisted for the position. Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not have been contacted within 2 weeks. We will keep your CV on our database and contact you should you match the criteria of any other vacancies.

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