Junior Marketing Specialist

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Flexible hours

Online marketing courses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative Junior Marketing Specialist to join a remote-first marketing team. This entry-level role offers exposure to digital marketing, content creation, and campaign management, with opportunities to grow in a globally distributed team and gain hands-on experience across channels.

You will contribute to marketing strategies, develop content, and analyze campaign performance while benefiting from flexible hours and access to online courses for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business, or related field.
• Strong writing and verbal communication abilities.
• Familiarity with social media and digital marketing concepts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing digital marketing campaigns across channels (social media, email).
• Create engaging content for social media, blogs, and marketing copy.
• Monitor campaign performance using analytics tools and report findings.
• Conduct market research to identify new marketing opportunities and trends.
• Collaborate with the marketing team in a virtual setting.

Skills

Social media familiarity

Communication skills

Remote work ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Communications/Business

Tools

Microsoft Office / Google Workspace

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a creative and driven Junior Marketing Specialist to join their vibrant marketing team, operating entirely remotely. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate to gain comprehensive experience in digital marketing, content creation, and campaign management. You will be instrumental in executing marketing strategies that enhance brand visibility and drive customer engagement. Working from anywhere, you will collaborate with a geographically dispersed team, contributing to impactful marketing initiatives within a forward-thinking, remote-first company culture that champions innovation and continuous professional development in the evolving digital landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of digital marketing campaigns across various channels (social media, email, etc.).
• Create engaging content, including social media posts, blog articles, and marketing copy.
• Monitor and report on campaign performance metrics using analytics tools.
• Conduct market research to identify new marketing opportunities and trends.
• Collaborate with the marketing team and other departments in a virtual setting.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital marketing concepts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or Google Workspace.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and thrive in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Opportunity to work fully remote with flexible hours.
• Access to online marketing courses and professional development resources.
• Be part of an innovative and collaborative global marketing team.
• Gain valuable experience in a wide range of marketing disciplines.