Hybrid Marketing Trainee: Campaigns, Content & Growth

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Hybrid work

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Marketing Coordinator Trainee in Pietermaritzburg. The role offers hybrid work, combining office collaboration with remote flexibility. You will learn campaign management, digital marketing, and brand promotion while supporting experienced professionals.

You will gain hands-on experience across channels, content creation, and market research, building a foundation for a career in marketing within a growing consumer goods environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in marketing or communications, or equivalent experience.
• Strong interest in marketing and brand management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency using social media for business activities.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both in-office and remotely as part of a hybrid team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing marketing campaigns across channels.
• Support creation of marketing content: social media, newsletters, blog posts.
• Conduct market research and analyze competitors.
• Assist in managing social media accounts and online communities.
• Coordinate marketing events and promotions.
• Track and report performance of initiatives.
• Maintain marketing databases and contact lists.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies.
• Participate in brainstorming for new marketing strategies.
• Learn to use marketing automation tools and CRM systems.

Skills

Marketing

Communications

Business Administration

Social media management

Teamwork

Education

Marketing or Communications degree

Tools

Email marketing tools

Analytics platforms

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Marketing Coordinator Trainee in Pietermaritzburg. The role offers hybrid work, combining office collaboration with remote flexibility. You will learn campaign management, digital marketing, and brand promotion while supporting experienced professionals.

You will gain hands-on experience across channels, content creation, and market research, building a foundation for a career in marketing within a growing consumer goods environment.