Marketing and Communications Manager

Believe Resourcing; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading reinsurance firm in Johannesburg seeks a Marketing & Communication Manager to develop and execute marketing strategies. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in marketing and communication, including management experience, and a degree in Communication. Responsibilities include managing brand presence in Africa and collaborating with senior stakeholders to enhance engagement and visibility.

Qualifications

• 8 to 10 years of experience in marketing and communication.
• 3 to 5 years in a management role.
• Experience in financial services marketing.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop marketing strategies.
• Lead marketing projects within budget.
• Create marketing materials for clients.

Skills

Excellent writing skills

Project management

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Detail-oriented

Education

Degree in Communication or equivalent

Job description

About our client :

As the world's leading reinsurance company with 40,000 employees across over 50 locations worldwide, our client is redefining the approach to insurance.

They are seeking a Marketing & Communication Manager, responsible for steering the communication and marketing strategy to strengthen client relationships and support business growth.

Your Business Unit :

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will lead a small team to develop and execute the corporate communication and marketing strategies. You will manage key relationships with senior stakeholders, including the CEO and executive leadership, with a matrix reporting line to the Head of Marketing & Communication, APAC, based in Singapore.

Responsibilities :

You will support the company’s strategic goals by managing and promoting the brand and marketing presence in Africa, and by fostering employee engagement through compelling digital content, campaigns, thought leadership, and impactful messaging. Your key deliverables include:

1. Defining and developing marketing and communication strategies aligned with business objectives and growth ambitions.
2. Interpreting business needs, consulting with business unit leaders and client management, and advising on effective communication tactics.
3. Leading marketing projects and coordinating resources to deliver innovative solutions on time and within budget.
4. Creating marketing materials such as brochures, newsletters, advertisements, videos, presentations, and digital content targeted at clients and prospects.
5. Managing event strategies to enhance visibility and facilitate quality engagements with clients and industry partners.
6. Collaborating with Asia Pacific marketing teams to create digital campaigns and analyze their effectiveness.
7. Leading internal communication initiatives, including supporting senior leadership messaging, designing internal events, and sharing successes through internal channels.
8. Partnering with regional communications teams to ensure alignment with Group messages in South Africa.
9. Tracking and measuring the ROI and success of communication and marketing activities.

Additionally, you will support the Group media relations agenda in South Africa by working with the Senior Communications & PR Manager, Asia Pacific, to enhance media profiles and shape narratives for senior executives.

About you :

1. 8 to 10 years of experience in marketing and communication, including 3 to 5 years in a management role.
2. Degree in Communication or equivalent qualification.
3. Experience in financial services marketing and communication, with multinational experience as an advantage.
4. Excellent writing and project management skills.
5. Detail-oriented with strategic thinking abilities.
6. Proven ability to work independently and collaborate with senior stakeholders in a matrixed environment.
7. Leadership qualities, including motivating teams and inspiring excellence with empathy.
8. Passion for simplicity and continuous improvement in work processes.