Graduate Marketing Assistant (Remote)

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remote salary

Flexible working hours

Online professional development & cert

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Graduate Marketing Assistant to join a fully remote team. The role offers exposure to digital campaigns, content creation, and market research within a flexible, remote-friendly culture.

The ideal candidate is a recent graduate with a foundation in digital marketing, strong communication skills, and a proactive, self-motivated mindset. This entry-level position supports brand messaging across channels from Mossel Bay or anywhere else.

Qualifications

• Degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field.
• Foundational understanding of digital marketing principles and social media.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a creative flair.
• Proficiency with office productivity tools (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace).
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of digital marketing campaigns across social media, email, and paid advertising platforms.
• Create engaging content for blog posts, social media updates, and website copy.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities and trends.
• Support the coordination of virtual marketing events and webinars.
• Analyze campaign performance data and generate reports on key metrics.
• Collaborate with design and sales teams to ensure brand consistency.

Skills

Digital marketing basics

Content creation

Market research

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organization

Education

Marketing degree

Communications degree

Business degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an energetic and creative Graduate Marketing Assistant to join their fully remote team. This is a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates to gain comprehensive experience in various facets of marketing, from digital campaigns to content creation and market research. Working from the comfort of your home, you will collaborate with a dispersed team, contributing to innovative marketing strategies that reach a global audience. This role is designed for self-starters who are eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a dynamic, remote-first company culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of digital marketing campaigns across social media, email, and paid advertising platforms.
• Create engaging content for various marketing channels, including blog posts, social media updates, and website copy.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify new opportunities and trends.
• Support the coordination of virtual marketing events and webinars.
• Analyze campaign performance data and generate reports on key metrics.
• Collaborate with design and sales teams to ensure brand consistency and messaging alignment.

Requirements

• A recent degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
• A foundational understanding of digital marketing principles and social media platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a creative flair.
• Proficiency with office productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace).
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks effectively in a remote setting.
• A keen interest in marketing trends and a desire to contribute to campaigns from Mossel Bay or anywhere else.

Benefits

• Competitive remote salary with regular performance reviews.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunities for online professional development and marketing certifications.
• Exposure to a wide array of digital marketing tools and strategies.
• A supportive and inclusive remote work environment with regular virtual team interactions.