Junior Digital Marketing Executive

Placements24; East London; Híbrido; ZAR 180.000 - 240.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive entry-level salary

Medical aid

Paid annual leave

Mentorship and training

Hybrid work environment

Professional development

Supportive and collaborative team

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in East London, Eastern Cape is seeking a Junior Digital Marketing Executive to join our team in a hybrid role. You will gain hands-on experience across social media, SEO, content creation, and analytics while supporting the marketing team.

This entry-level position is designed for recent grads with a proactive attitude, strong communication, and a willingness to learn. You'll work with experienced professionals and have opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field.
• Zero to two years of experience; internships are a plus.
• Understanding of social media marketing, SEO, content marketing, and email marketing.
• Familiarity with major social platforms and business applications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work in a team and manage multiple tasks.
• Proactive, eager to learn and grow in digital marketing.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in digital marketing campaigns across social media, email, and paid ads.
• Manage and schedule social content, engage with communities, monitor mentions.
• Create and edit marketing copy, blog posts, website content.
• Coordinate email marketing activities, templates, and lists.
• Track basic marketing metrics using Google Analytics.
• Conduct market research on trends and competitors.
• Provide administrative support to marketing.
• Liaise with internal teams and external vendors.
• Learn and apply new digital marketing techniques and best practices.

Conocimientos

Digital marketing basics

Social media marketing

SEO basics

Content creation

Email marketing basics

Analytics basics

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Communications/Business

Herramientas

Google Analytics

SEO tools

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Junior Digital Marketing Executive to join their team, working from our offices in East London, Eastern Cape. This hybrid role offers a fantastic opportunity for an individual looking to launch their career in digital marketing, gaining hands‑on experience across a range of online channels. You will support the marketing team in executing campaigns, managing social media, assisting with content creation, and analyzing performance data. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, possesses strong communication skills, and has a foundational understanding of digital marketing principles. This is a growth‑oriented position within a supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of digital marketing campaigns across social media, email, and paid advertising platforms.
• Manage and schedule social media content, engage with online communities, and monitor brand mentions.
• Support the creation and editing of marketing copy, blog posts, and website content.
• Help coordinate email marketing activities, including template setup and list management.
• Track and report on basic digital marketing metrics using tools like Google Analytics.
• Conduct market research on industry trends and competitor activities.
• Provide administrative support to the marketing department, including scheduling and organizing materials.
• Liaise with internal teams and external vendors as required.
• Learn and apply new digital marketing techniques and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
• Zero to two years of experience in a marketing or digital marketing role; relevant internships are a strong plus.
• Basic understanding of social media marketing, SEO, content marketing, and email marketing.
• Familiarity with major social media platforms and their business applications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and manage multiple tasks.
• A proactive attitude and a strong desire to learn and grow in the digital marketing field.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary with opportunities for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid.
• Paid annual leave and public holidays.
• Mentorship and training from experienced marketing professionals.
• A hybrid work environment offering a blend of office and remote work.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• A supportive and collaborative team culture.