Remote Marketing Communications Leader

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 1,328,000 - 1,992,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Health and wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Global team collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Marketing Communications Manager to lead integrated marketing communication strategies from a remote location. You will manage public relations, corporate communications, content creation, and digital marketing efforts to enhance brand visibility and support business objectives.

The role involves shaping brand messages across channels, ensuring consistency and impact, and driving engagement on national and international scales.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Marketing Communications Manager or similar senior role.
• Demonstrable success in developing and executing integrated marketing communication strategies.
• Strong background in public relations, media relations, and corporate communications.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficiency in digital marketing channels, social media management, and content marketing.
• Experience with marketing automation tools and CRM systems.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field; Master's degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive marketing communication strategies and plans.
• Oversee the creation of messaging and content for press releases, website, social media, and collateral.
• Manage public relations activities, including media outreach and crisis communication.
• Coordinate integrated marketing campaigns across digital and traditional channels.
• Monitor and analyze communication effectiveness and report on key metrics.
• Ensure brand consistency in messaging, tone, and visual identity.
• Collaborate with leadership, sales, and product teams to align communications.
• Manage the marketing communications budget and vendor relationships.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices.
• Lead and mentor a team of communication specialists as the department grows.

Skills

Marketing communications

Public relations

Digital marketing

Content creation

CRM systems

Leadership

Marketing automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Communications/PR

Master's degree (nice to have)

Tools

Marketing automation tools

CRM systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Marketing Communications Manager to lead integrated marketing communication strategies from a remote location. You will manage public relations, corporate communications, content creation, and digital marketing efforts to enhance brand visibility and support business objectives.

The role involves shaping brand messages across channels, ensuring consistency and impact, and driving engagement on national and international scales.