Marketing Graduate Trainee

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive contract rate

Remote work flexibility

Training and mentorship from marketing

Networking opportunities

Portfolio development

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a Marketing Graduate Trainee to gain hands-on experience across digital marketing, brand management, market research, and campaigns in a fully remote role.

You will work with the marketing team, contribute to strategic initiatives, and build a strong portfolio while learning from mentors.

This remote, entry-level position offers flexibility and exposure to the fast-paced consumer goods sector in Durban.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in marketing, business, communications, or related field.
• Fundamental marketing principles and concepts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing marketing campaigns across channels (digital, social, email).
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities and trends.
• Support creation of marketing collateral including website content and presentations.
• Monitor campaign performance and provide insights for optimization.
• Collaborate with sales and product development to ensure brand consistency.
• Manage social media accounts and engage with online communities.
• Assist in organizing virtual marketing events and webinars.
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions for new marketing strategies.

Skills

Understanding of marketing principles

Excellent written and verbal comunicat

Strong organizational and time mgmt

Creative thinking

Independent remote work

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and innovative consumer goods company, is seeking an ambitious Marketing Graduate Trainee to join their team in Durban. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate to gain comprehensive experience across various marketing disciplines, including digital marketing, brand management, market research, and campaign execution. You will work closely with the marketing department, contributing to strategic initiatives and learning the intricacies of building and maintaining strong brands. The role is fully remote, offering excellent flexibility for candidates who thrive in a self-directed, home-based work environment. If you have a passion for marketing, a creative mindset, and a desire to learn and grow, this Durban-based position is the perfect launchpad for your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of marketing campaigns across various channels (digital, social media, email).
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities and trends.
• Support the creation of marketing collateral, including website content, social media posts, and presentations.
• Monitor and report on campaign performance, providing insights for optimization.
• Collaborate with internal teams (sales, product development) to ensure brand consistency.
• Manage social media accounts and engage with online communities.
• Assist in organizing virtual marketing events and webinars.
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions for new marketing strategies and ideas.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
• Understanding of marketing principles and concepts.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital marketing tools is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Creative thinking and a passion for branding and advertising.
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate.
• Hands-on experience in a wide range of marketing functions.
• Remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Exposure to the fast-paced consumer goods industry in Durban.
• Training and mentorship from experienced marketing professionals.
• Opportunities for networking within the marketing community.
• Build a strong portfolio of marketing projects.
• Potential for contract extension or transition to a permanent role based on performance.