Graduate Marketing Assistant - Rustenburg

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Graduate Marketing Assistant to join our dynamic team in Rustenburg. The role offers hands-on learning across digital and traditional marketing, with remote work flexibility.

You will contribute to campaigns, content creation, and client projects while building a strong portfolio. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Marketing or related field, are creative, and excel at writing and collaboration in a distributed team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of marketing principles and digital marketing channels.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Familiarity with social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter).
• Proactive and can-do attitude.
• Previous internship or relevant work experience in marketing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the marketing team in developing and implementing marketing campaigns.
• Assist in creating engaging content for social media, websites, and email newsletters.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis.
• Help manage social media accounts and engage with online communities.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors for campaign execution.
• Track and report on campaign performance metrics.
• Assist in organizing marketing events and trade shows.
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions for new marketing initiatives.
• Maintain marketing databases and contact lists.
• Stay updated with the latest marketing trends and technologies.

Skills

Creative mindset

Proactive attitude

Excellent writing

Time management

Remote teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic marketing agency, is actively seeking enthusiastic Graduate Marketing Assistants to join their innovative team in Rustenburg . This role is perfect for recent graduates with a passion for marketing and a desire to gain practical experience in a fast-paced agency environment. You will have the opportunity to work on diverse client campaigns, contributing to strategy development, content creation, and campaign execution. This position offers a significant learning curve and the chance to build a strong portfolio. The role is structured to provide comprehensive training in various marketing disciplines, from digital to traditional. We are looking for creative thinkers and proactive individuals ready to make their mark. While the role is based in Rustenburg , North West, a remote work arrangement is offered, allowing flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the marketing team in developing and implementing marketing campaigns.
• Assist in creating engaging content for social media, websites, and email newsletters.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis.
• Help manage social media accounts and engage with online communities.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors for campaign execution.
• Track and report on campaign performance metrics.
• Assist in organizing marketing events and trade shows.
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions for new marketing initiatives.
• Maintain marketing databases and contact lists.
• Stay updated with the latest marketing trends and technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of marketing principles and digital marketing channels.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Familiarity with social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter).
• Creative mindset with a passion for storytelling.
• Good organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
• A proactive and can-do attitude.
• Previous internship or relevant work experience in marketing is a plus.

Benefits

• This contract position offers a competitive remuneration package and the opportunity to gain extensive experience across various marketing functions.
• You will receive hands‑on training from experienced marketing professionals and gain exposure to a wide range of industries and clients.
• Our client fosters a collaborative and creative work culture, encouraging continuous learning and professional development.
• This role provides an excellent stepping stone for a career in marketing, with potential for future opportunities within the agency.
• Work remotely from anywhere while contributing to exciting projects for our clients based out of Rustenburg .