Head of Marketing (Group Head)

Communicate Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Johannesburg is seeking a strategic leader to develop and implement a group-wide marketing strategy to support revenue growth and brand positioning. The role requires exceptional leadership and communication skills, with 8-10 years' experience in a senior management position. This position also involves managing a marketing budget and overseeing digital marketing efforts for optimal performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8-10 years' experience in a senior management role.
• Proven expertise in strategic planning and digital marketing.
• Deep insight into challenges within the Technology and IT Services sector.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a group-wide marketing strategy.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing marketing team.
• Manage PR and media relations to strengthen external presence.

Skills

Strategic planning

Digital marketing

Brand development

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Business Management, Marketing, or related field

Job description

Overview

Strategic leader responsible for developing and implementing a group-wide marketing strategy to support revenue growth, brand positioning, and market expansion. Owns the marketing budget to ensure efficient allocation and strong ROI.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and lead the implementation of a group-wide marketing strategy to support revenue growth, brand positioning, and market expansion. Own the marketing budget, ensuring efficient allocation and strong ROI.
• Team Leadership & Development: Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing central marketing team. Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Brand & Digital Excellence: Ensure brand consistency while supporting unique brand identities. Oversee all digital marketing efforts including SEO / SEM, paid media, social media, and lead generation, using data-driven insights to optimize performance.
• Content & Communications: Guide the creation of high-impact content, from whitepapers to executive communications.
• Public Relations: Manage PR and media relations to strengthen external presence and thought leadership.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with Sales, Product, HR, and regional leadership to ensure marketing initiatives are aligned with core business needs and provide regular strategic updates to executive leadership.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a degree in Business Management, Marketing, or a related field.
• 8-10 years' experience in a highly commercial organization, with at least 8 years in a senior management role.
• A minimum of 10 years' professional experience within Distribution, Services, Technical / IT, or a related multi-client environment.
• Proven expertise in strategic planning, digital marketing, brand development, and marketing automation.
• A strong international marketing perspective with experience operating across multiple geographic markets.
• Deep insight into the challenges and opportunities within the Technology and IT Services sector.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in B2B and Global marketing.

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