Graduate Trainee - Marketing Assistant

Placements24; Welkom; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12-month graduate training program

Competitive stipend

Bonus opportunities

Mentorship from marketing pros

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking enthusiastic graduates to join its marketing department in Welkom as Graduate Trainees. The program offers hands-on experience across digital and traditional campaigns, with mentorship from seasoned professionals in the Free State.

You will support content creation, social media, CRM, and events while learning marketing fundamentals and analytics in a fast-paced environment that aims to drive brand awareness and customer engagement.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of marketing principles and digital trends.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with creative flair.
• Proficiency in social media platforms and content creation tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing marketing campaigns across digital and traditional channels.
• Support content creation for social media, email, and website platforms.
• Conduct market research and analyze campaign performance data.
• Help organize and coordinate marketing events and promotional activities.
• Maintain marketing databases and assist with CRM management.
• Collaborate with the sales team to align marketing and sales.

Skills

Marketing fundamentals

Digital marketing

Content creation

Social media

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing/Communications/Business

Tools

Content creation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking enthusiastic and creative graduates to join their marketing department as Graduate Trainees in Welkom . This program offers a unique opportunity to learn and grow within a fast-paced marketing environment, contributing to campaigns that drive brand awareness and customer engagement. You will gain practical experience across various marketing disciplines under the guidance of experienced professionals. This role is perfect for individuals passionate about marketing and eager to make a tangible impact in the Free State business landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of marketing campaigns across digital and traditional channels.
• Support the creation of engaging content for social media, email, and website platforms.
• Conduct market research and analyze campaign performance data.
• Help organize and coordinate marketing events and promotional activities.
• Maintain marketing databases and assist with CRM management.
• Collaborate with the sales team to ensure marketing and sales alignment.

Requirements

• A recent graduate with a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of marketing principles and digital marketing trends.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with creative flair.
• Proficiency in social media platforms and content creation tools.
• A proactive and organized approach to tasks, with strong attention to detail for Welkom operations.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• A comprehensive 12-month graduate training program.
• Competitive monthly stipend and opportunities for performance-based bonuses.
• Exposure to a wide range of marketing strategies and tools.
• Mentorship from seasoned marketing professionals in the Free State .
• Potential for career advancement within the company.