Marketing Assistant

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

On-the-job training

Career growth

Team environment

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking an organized Marketing Assistant to support the marketing department, coordinating activities and helping create marketing materials. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in a dynamic environment.

You will assist with campaigns, manage administrative tasks, and contribute to social media and market research. A collaborative team and mentorship await for career growth in marketing.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in marketing and eagerness to learn.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Able to work well in a team.
• Previous admin or marketing support experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and execution of marketing campaigns and promotional activities.
• Provide administrative support to the marketing team, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and organizing files.
• Help in the creation and distribution of marketing collateral, such as flyers, brochures, and presentations.
• Support social media updates and engagement activities as directed.
• Conduct basic market research and competitor analysis.
• Assist with event coordination and logistics.
• Maintain marketing databases and assist with data entry and reporting.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client in Soweto, Gauteng , is seeking an organized and enthusiastic Marketing Assistant to provide crucial support to their marketing department. This role is ideal for an individual eager to kickstart their career in marketing, assisting with the execution of various marketing tasks and campaigns. You will help coordinate marketing activities, manage administrative duties, and contribute to creating marketing materials. This is a fantastic entry-level opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a vibrant marketing environment located in Soweto .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and execution of marketing campaigns and promotional activities.
• Provide administrative support to the marketing team, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and organizing files.
• Help in the creation and distribution of marketing collateral, such as flyers, brochures, and presentations.
• Support social media updates and engagement activities as directed.
• Conduct basic market research and competitor analysis.
• Assist with event coordination and logistics.
• Maintain marketing databases and assist with data entry and reporting.

Requirements

• A strong interest in marketing and a desire to learn.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Previous experience in an administrative or marketing support role is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• On‑job training and mentorship from experienced marketing professionals.
• Opportunity to gain broad exposure to different aspects of marketing.
• Supportive team environment.
• Career advancement opportunities within the company.