Marketing Communications Manager

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-office role fostering teamCollab

Professional development opportunities

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Placements24 in East London is seeking a Marketing Communications Manager to lead brand messaging, PR, and integrated communications. You will develop strategies, oversee media outreach, and drive content across website, newsletters, and presentations.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent English communication, and expertise in social media, CMS, and marketing automation. This office-based position collaborates with leadership to ensure cohesive messaging and effective stakeholder

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in marketing communications with proven leadership experience.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing integrated communication strategies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills in English.
• Strong media relations experience and a proven ability to secure positive media coverage.
• Proficiency in social media management and content creation.
• Experience with content management systems (CMS) and marketing automation tools.
• Strong understanding of brand management and reputation management.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage crisis communications.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive marketing communications strategy aligned with company goals.
• Oversee all external communications, including press releases, media outreach, and public relations activities.
• Manage the company's social media presence, developing content calendars and engagement strategies.
• Create and disseminate compelling marketing content across various platforms (website, brochures, newsletters, presentations).
• Develop and implement internal communication strategies to keep employees informed and engaged.
• Manage brand reputation and lead crisis communication efforts when necessary.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (sales, product development, HR) to ensure consistent brand messaging.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends, providing insights and recommendations.
• Develop and manage the marketing communications budget.
• Measure and report on the effectiveness of communication campaigns.

Skills

Excellent communication

Leadership experience

Media relations

Social media management

Content creation

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Marketing/Communications/PR/Journalism

Tools

CMS

Marketing automation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a respected manufacturing company with a strong regional presence in East London , is seeking an experienced Marketing Communications Manager to oversee their brand messaging and public relations efforts. This role is critical for developing and implementing integrated communication strategies that enhance brand reputation, engage stakeholders, and support business objectives. You will be responsible for managing all external and internal communications, including media relations, content creation, social media strategy, and crisis communication. This is an office-based position where you will collaborate closely with leadership and various departments to ensure cohesive and impactful messaging. The ideal candidate is a strategic communicator with strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of modern communication channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive marketing communications strategy aligned with company goals.
• Oversee all external communications, including press releases, media outreach, and public relations activities.
• Manage the company's social media presence, developing content calendars and engagement strategies.
• Create and disseminate compelling marketing content across various platforms (website, brochures, newsletters, presentations).
• Develop and implement internal communication strategies to keep employees informed and engaged.
• Manage brand reputation and lead crisis communication efforts when necessary.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (sales, product development, HR) to ensure consistent brand messaging.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends, providing insights and recommendations.
• Develop and manage the marketing communications budget.
• Measure and report on the effectiveness of communication campaigns.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in marketing communications, public relations, or a related field, with proven leadership experience.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing integrated communication strategies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills in English.
• Strong media relations experience and a proven ability to secure positive media coverage.
• Proficiency in social media management and content creation.
• Experience with content management systems (CMS) and marketing automation tools.
• Strong understanding of brand management and reputation management.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage crisis communications.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Annual salary of R.
• Opportunity to lead marketing communications for a well-established manufacturing company in East London .
• In-office role fostering strong team collaboration and direct access to leadership.
• Contribute to shaping the company's brand narrative and public image.
• Access to professional development and training opportunities.
• Strategic role with significant influence on company communications.
• Competitive benefits package and potential for advancement.