Marketing Assistant - German Speaker

The Global Talent Co.; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global talent company in Cape Town is seeking a Marketing Assistant to help build and scale its German operations. This role involves content creation, managing social media, and supporting marketing campaigns. Ideal candidates are adaptive and proactive with 2-3 years of experience and native-level German proficiency. Join a HealthTech startup and make significant contributions to the team's growth and brand presence.

Qualifications

• Native-level German speaker with strong writing and editing skills.
• 2–3 years of marketing experience, preferably in an agency or DTC/e-commerce.
• Demonstrated expertise in social media management.

Responsibilities

• Drive content creation and German copywriting.
• Manage social media channels and influencer partnerships.
• Support email marketing campaigns and customer journey optimization.

Skills

German language proficiency

Social media management

Content creation

Analytical thinking

Creativity

Job description

Marketing Assistant - German speaker

Full-Time / Remote - South Africa

About Us:

At The Global Talent Co., we provide opportunities to work with leading innovative technology companies worldwide, offering stable employment, competitive compensation, career growth, and access to a community of 25k+ like-minded marketing professionals.

Your Role:

Join a fast-growing, innovative HealthTech startup that’s reshaping how people experience parenthood through premium, science-backed supplements and a world-class customer journey. As a Marketing All-Rounder, you will play a vital role in building and scaling our German DTC operations. This is a unique opportunity to wear multiple hats, gain hands-on experience across channels, and directly shape the brand’s presence in a rapidly expanding market.

Responsibilities:

In this role, you’ll take ownership of a wide variety of initiatives, working cross-functionally with our team to fuel growth in Germany:

• Drive content creation and German copywriting to ensure all communication resonates with our target audience.
• Manage social media channels and influencer partnerships, staying ahead of trends and building strong brand visibility.
• Support email marketing campaigns and customer journey optimization, creating engaging, conversion-driven experiences.
• Provide customer support when needed, ensuring a high-quality, empathetic experience for our community.
• Conduct market research and competitive intelligence to identify opportunities and sharpen our growth strategy.
• Collaborate on strategic projects and business development that expand our reach and impact.

Requirements:

We’re looking for a marketing professional who is both hands-on and strategic—someone who thrives in a startup environment and is excited to grow with us:

• Native-level German speaker with strong writing and editing skills.
• 2–3 years of marketing experience (agency or DTC/e-commerce experience is a plus).
• Demonstrated expertise in social media management and trend awareness.
• Strong analytical thinking combined with a creative mindset.
• Interest in health, wellness, and e-commerce industries.
• Proactive, adaptable, and solution-oriented with a startup mindset.
• Full-time availability and willingness to dive in across different functions.

If you’re ready to bring energy, creativity, and ownership to a role where you can truly make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

At The Global Talent Co., our mission is to bridge the gap between leading global tech companies and amazing global talent. We believe everyone deserves equal access to opportunities, regardless of the country they are born in.