Graduate Trainee Marketing Assistant (Remote)

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive stipend

Performance incentives

Hands-on training

Mentorship

Diverse campaigns

Flexible hours

Remote team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Graduate Trainee Marketing Assistant to join our remote-first marketing team. This entry-level role offers hands-on exposure across digital campaigns, market research, and branding initiatives while you learn from experienced professionals.

You'll support content creation, social media scheduling, events, and analytics, gaining practical experience in a dynamic, remote environment suited for recent graduates eager to grow in marketing.

Qualifications

• A recent graduate with a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
• Understanding of basic marketing principles and digital marketing channels.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and content creation basics.
• Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation and scheduling of content for social media platforms and email campaigns.
• Support the planning and execution of online and offline marketing events.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Help track and report on the performance of marketing campaigns using analytics tools.
• Collaborate with internal teams on marketing collateral development and branding initiatives.

Skills

Marketing fundamentals

Content creation

Social media management

Writing skills

Communication

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Communications/Business

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking creative and enthusiastic Graduate Trainee Marketing Assistants to join their marketing team, working entirely remotely . This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates to gain practical experience in various aspects of marketing, from digital campaigns to market research. You will support the marketing team in executing strategies and learn about brand management and customer engagement in a dynamic, remote-first setting. This role is perfect for individuals with a passion for marketing and a drive to learn and grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation and scheduling of content for social media platforms and email campaigns.
• Support the planning and execution of online and offline marketing events.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Help track and report on the performance of marketing campaigns using analytics tools.
• Collaborate with internal teams on marketing collateral development and branding initiatives.

Requirements

• A recent graduate with a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
• Understanding of basic marketing principles and digital marketing channels.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and content creation basics.
• Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive monthly stipend, with potential for performance incentives.
• Hands-on training in various marketing disciplines and tools.
• Mentorship from experienced marketing professionals.
• Exposure to diverse marketing campaigns and strategies.
• Flexible working hours and a supportive remote team culture.