Marketing Apprentice: Hybrid, Paid Training & Mentorship

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid apprenticeship program

Mentorship from experienced marketing

Hands-on experience with campaigns

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative agency environment

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting for a Junior Marketing Assistant Apprenticeship in Vereeniging. This entry‑level role offers hands-on experience across digital marketing, content creation, social media management, and campaign analysis within a creative agency environment.

You will support the marketing team, learn modern marketing tools, and gain exposure to multiple disciplines while balancing remote work with in-office collaboration.

Qualifications

• A strong interest in marketing, communications, and digital media.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in using social media platforms for business.
• Basic understanding of marketing principles and concepts.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or Google Workspace.
• A creative mindset and a knack for generating new ideas.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing independent and collaborative tasks.
• Organized and detail-oriented with strong time management skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; relevant tertiary education or coursework is a plus.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of marketing campaigns across multiple channels.
• Support social media management, including content scheduling, engagement, and monitoring.
• Help create and curate engaging content for various platforms (e.g., blogs, websites, social media).
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Assist in the preparation of marketing reports and performance analysis.
• Provide administrative support to the marketing team, such as scheduling meetings and managing databases.
• Learn and utilize marketing software and tools (e.g., CRM, email marketing platforms, analytics tools).
• Contribute ideas for new marketing initiatives and campaigns.
• Maintain brand consistency across all marketing materials and communications.
• Assist with event coordination and promotional activities as needed.

Skills

Marketing basics

Social media management

Content creation

Communication skills

MS Office / Google Workspace

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CRM systems

Analytics tools

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting for a Junior Marketing Assistant Apprenticeship in Vereeniging. This entry‑level role offers hands-on experience across digital marketing, content creation, social media management, and campaign analysis within a creative agency environment.

You will support the marketing team, learn modern marketing tools, and gain exposure to multiple disciplines while balancing remote work with in-office collaboration.