Remote Junior Digital Marketing Specialist

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Professional development and mentoring

Flexible hours within SA time zones

Exposure to cutting-edge digital tools

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Junior Digital Marketing Specialist to support remote-first campaigns across SEO, SEM, social media and email marketing. You will contribute to strategy, create content, and analyze results while working from anywhere in SA.

You will collaborate with a dynamic team, receive training, mentorship, and a competitive salary with flexible hours within SA time zones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or related field.
• Solid understanding of SEO, SEM, social media marketing and email marketing principles.
• Familiarity with digital marketing tools such as Google Analytics, Google Ads, and social media management platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical abilities.
• Comfort with remote work and self-motivation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing SEO strategies to improve website rankings.
• Support paid advertising campaigns (Google Ads, social media ads).
• Create and schedule engaging content for social media platforms.
• Help design and execute email marketing campaigns.
• Monitor website analytics and performance metrics using tools like Google Analytics.
• Conduct keyword research and competitor analysis.
• Contribute to development of digital marketing reports.
• Stay updated on the latest digital marketing trends and best practices.
• Collaborate with the marketing team on campaign planning and optimization.
• Assist in managing client communications and feedback regarding digital efforts.

Skills

SEO

SEM

Social media marketing

Email marketing

Analytics

Content creation

Communication

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related

Tools

Google Analytics

Google Ads

Social media tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge digital marketing agency, is seeking a talented and motivated Junior Digital Marketing Specialist to join their fully remote team. This role offers the flexibility to work from anywhere within **South Africa**, with a strong emphasis on a remote-first culture. You will be responsible for supporting the development and execution of digital marketing strategies across various platforms, including SEO, SEM, social media, and email marketing. We are looking for individuals with a foundational understanding of digital marketing principles, a creative mindset, and a passion for data-driven results. This is an exceptional opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic and fast-paced industry, contributing to impactful online campaigns for a diverse clientele. Join a collaborative team that values innovation, continuous learning, and a results-oriented approach, all managed remotely for maximum flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of SEO strategies to improve website rankings.
• Support the management of paid advertising campaigns (Google Ads, social media ads).
• Create and schedule engaging content for social media platforms.
• Help design and execute email marketing campaigns.
• Monitor website analytics and performance metrics using tools like Google Analytics.
• Conduct keyword research and competitor analysis.
• Contribute to the development of digital marketing reports.
• Stay updated on the latest digital marketing trends and best practices.
• Collaborate with the marketing team on campaign planning and optimization.
• Assist in managing client communications and feedback regarding digital efforts.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of SEO, SEM, social media marketing, and email marketing principles.
• Familiarity with digital marketing tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Google Ads, social media management platforms).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data.
• Creative thinking and problem‑solving abilities.
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently in a remote setting.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must be legally eligible to work in **South Africa** and comfortable working remotely.
• A proactive approach to learning and skill development.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement, offering excellent work‑life balance.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients and industries.
• Comprehensive training and professional development in digital marketing.
• Mentorship from senior digital marketing strategists.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Be part of an innovative and supportive remote team culture.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge digital marketing tools and technologies.
• Career growth opportunities in a thriving digital landscape.
• Contribution to high‑impact online campaigns.
• Flexible working hours within **South Africa** time zones.