Marketing & Content Manager (R&D Incentives)

WatersEdge Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy firm specializing in tax incentives seeks a Marketing & Content Manager in Johannesburg. This role involves developing B2B marketing strategies, managing digital content, and running campaigns to enhance lead generation and brand visibility. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in marketing, a background in content creation, and a relevant degree. This position offers growth and collaboration with leadership and specialists across finance and legal sectors.

Benefits

High-impact role with direct access to leadership

Global exposure and cross-functional collaboration

Opportunity for career growth

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in B2B marketing or professional services marketing.
• Strong content creation background, ideally with exposure to technical or financial topics.
• Excellent writing, editing, and content storytelling abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a B2B marketing strategy focused on lead generation and brand visibility.
• Own digital content across the website, blog, and social media platforms.
• Run multi-channel marketing campaigns, including SEO, webinars, and advertising.

Skills

B2B marketing

Content creation

Project management

SEO

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field

Tools

Adobe InDesign

WordPress

Job description

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Professional Services | Tax Incentives | B2B Marketing

WatersEdge Solutions is partnering with a specialist global consultancy helping innovation-driven businesses unlock value through R&D tax credits, grants, and incentives. We’re recruiting for a strategic yet hands-on Marketing & Content Manager to elevate brand presence and drive lead generation across South Africa, the UK, Germany, and Australia. This is a career-defining opportunity to lead content and marketing strategy in a growth-oriented, mission-driven environment.

About the Role

This is a strategic, execution-focused role at the intersection of marketing and professional services. As the Marketing & Content Manager, you’ll work closely with technical specialists to craft compelling narratives that resonate with CEOs, CFOs, and innovation leaders across key sectors. From blogs and brochures to campaigns and collateral, your content will directly influence awareness, trust, and new business wins.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a B2B marketing strategy focused on lead generation and brand visibility
• Own digital content across the website, blog, and social media platforms
• Create engaging content that simplifies complex R&D tax topics for a senior audience
• Run multi-channel marketing campaigns, including SEO, webinars, and advertising
• Support business development with tailored RFP responses and client messaging
• Produce sales collateral, brochures, and thought leadership aligned with company positioning

What You’ll Bring

• 3–5 years’ experience in B2B marketing or professional services marketing
• Strong content creation background, ideally with exposure to technical or financial topics
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field
• Excellent writing, editing, and content storytelling abilities
• Proven project management and campaign execution skills
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, WordPress or CMS platforms, and basic design tools
• Strategic mindset with a data-informed, analytical approach to marketing

Nice to Have

• Experience marketing within consulting, financial services, or tax industries
• Familiarity with incentive schemes, innovation funding, or R&D tax credits
• Knowledge of SEO and content syndication strategies

What’s On Offer

• High-impact role with direct access to leadership and decision-makers
• Global exposure and cross-functional collaboration with legal, technical, and finance experts
• Career growth into senior leadership as the team expands
• Opportunity to shape the marketing function of a growing international firm

Company Culture

This partner business fosters a culture of specialist knowledge, collaboration, and global impact. You’ll work closely with technical experts across tax, legal, and engineering disciplines to bring real-world financial value to innovative businesses. Expect autonomy, mentorship, and a strong focus on growth—both professional and personal.

If you have not been contacted within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.