Junior Marketing Assistant Apprentice

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly stipend

Performance bonuses

Mentorship

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a Junior Marketing Assistant Apprentice to join our hybrid program, blending in-office collaboration with remote flexibility. You will support digital campaigns, content creation, and brand development while gaining exposure to market research and campaign coordination.

The role offers hands-on experience across marketing disciplines, mentorship from seasoned professionals, and access to development resources in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in marketing with a creative mindset.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and basic content creation tools is a plus.
• Organized, detail-oriented, able to manage multiple tasks.
• Enthusiasm to learn and adapt in a fast-paced marketing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing digital marketing campaigns across social media, email, and other platforms.
• Support creation of engaging marketing content including social posts, blogs, and basic graphics.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities and trends.
• Help manage and update marketing databases and CRM systems.
• Collaborate with team on promotional activities and events.

Skills

Marketing interest

Creative mindset

Written communication

Verbal communication

Social media familiarity

Content creation tools

Organized

Detail-oriented

Learning mindset

Job description

About the Role

An exceptional opportunity exists for an aspiring marketer to join our client's Junior Marketing Assistant Apprentice program in Durban . This hybrid role offers a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, allowing you to gain diverse marketing experience. You will support various marketing initiatives, from digital campaigns to content creation, working closely with the marketing team to achieve strategic goals. This apprenticeship is ideal for individuals looking to build a career in marketing, providing valuable exposure to campaign management, market research, and brand development within a vibrant and supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of digital marketing campaigns across social media, email, and other platforms.
• Support the creation of engaging marketing content, including social media posts, blog articles, and basic graphics.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities and trends.
• Help manage and update marketing databases and customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
• Collaborate with team members on promotional activities and events.

Requirements

• A strong interest in marketing and a creative mindset.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and basic content creation tools is a plus.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Enthusiasm to learn and adapt in a fast-paced marketing environment.

Benefits

• Monthly stipend and opportunities for performance-based bonuses.
• Hands-on experience in various marketing disciplines.
• Mentorship from experienced marketing professionals.
• Access to professional development resources and training.
• A dynamic hybrid work model offering flexibility and team interaction.