Senior Marketing & Communications Manager

ZealHR; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consultancy is seeking a Senior Marketing & Communications Manager in Cape Town. This senior role requires over 8 years of experience in marketing, brand, or communications leadership. The candidate must exhibit excellent communication skills and the ability to develop integrated strategies. Responsibilities include championing brand positioning, executing communication strategies, and managing stakeholder relationships. A deep understanding of digital marketing and agency management is essential. Fluency in English and Afrikaans is required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in marketing, brand, or communications leadership.
• Proven ability to lead strategy and execute hands-on.
• High competence in English and Afrikaans essential.

Responsibilities

• Champion and evolve the brand in line with strategic direction.
• Develop and execute integrated communication strategies.
• Lead annual and quarterly marketing planning.

Skills

Leadership in marketing, brand, or communications

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Deep understanding of digital marketing channels

Experience managing agencies and budgets

Ability to develop integrated communication strategies

Mentoring and upskilling collaborators

Job description

Overview

Zeal HR (Pty) Ltd

SENIOR MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

Our client is looking for a Senior Marketing & Communications Manager based in Cape Town, who can see the bigger picture and execute the details. Someone who blends strategic clarity with creative flair. This is a senior, hands-on role for someone who thrives in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in marketing, brand, or communications leadership (preferably in fintech, energy, or technology sectors).
• Proven ability to lead strategy and execute hands-on.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong editorial instinct.
• High competence (if not fluency) in English and Afrikaans essential.
• Deep understanding of digital marketing channels and partner management.
• Experience managing agencies, budgets, and multistakeholder projects.
• A calm, structured thinker who can cut through complexity with clarity.
• A sense of care and purpose — you understand that trust is the currency of every great brand.

Key Responsibilities

• Brand Strategy & Positioning
  • Champion and evolve the brand in line with our strategic direction.
  • Translate brand strategy into actionable marketing plans that strengthen trust, awareness, and growth.
  • Ensure all communications align with our tone of voice.
• Communications & Storytelling
  • Develop and execute integrated communication strategies that articulate our vision across audiences — customers, partners, and government stakeholders.
  • Oversee content creation across all channels (digital, social, email, press, internal).
  • Craft compelling narratives that make complex energy and fintech solutions simple and human.
• Marketing Planning & Execution
  • Lead annual and quarterly marketing planning with measurable outcomes.
  • Manage marketing calendars, product launches, partnership rollouts, and campaigns.
  • Collaborate with digital, design, and PR partners to deliver high-quality, on-brand work on time and on budget.
• Stakeholder & Partner Management
  • Act as the marketing liaison for key partnerships.
  • Support communication with municipal, enterprise, and government partners, ensuring clarity, professionalism, and alignment.
  • Manage vendor and agency relationships to ensure accountability and impact.
• Internal Communications & Leadership
  • Partner with senior leadership to cascade key messages internally and externally.
  • Contribute to the shaping of company culture by promoting clear, confident, and caring communication across teams.
  • Mentor internal talent and upskill team members or external collaborators where needed.