Marketing Associate - REMOTE - AP008 at Pearl

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Social Media Management, Content Creation, Copywriting, Campaign Execution, Analytics, Marketing Operations, Community Engagement, SEO Fundamentals, Email Marketing, Paid Ads, Video Editing, Canva, Google Workspace, Slack, Project Management, CRM

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Department: Marketing and Communication Work Arrangement: Remote Job Type: Independent Contractor, Full Time Work Schedule: US Time Zone (candidate expected to be flexible with the client's preference) Locations: Philippines, LATAM, South Africa, Kenya, and other remote regions with excellent English communication skills About Pearl Talent Pearl works with the top 1% of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund. They're looking for the sharpest, hungriest candidates who they can consistently promote and work with over many years. Candidates we've hired have been flown out to the US and EU to work with their clients, and even promoted to roles that match folks onshore in the US. Hear why we exist, what we believe in, and who we're building for: WATCH HERE Why Work with Us? At Pearl, we're not just another recruiting firm—we connect you with exceptional opportunities to work alongside visionary US and EU founders. Our focus is on placing you in roles where you can grow, be challenged, and build long-term, meaningful careers. Role Overview The Marketing Associate supports day-to-day marketing execution across digital channels, helping brands grow visibility, engagement, and demand. This role focuses on hands-on implementation—supporting social media, content creation, campaign execution, analytics, and marketing operations. You will work closely with marketing teams to keep initiatives moving forward, ensure consistent execution, and maintain organized marketing workflows. This role is ideal for execution-oriented marketers who enjoy variety, are eager to build foundational marketing skills, and thrive in fast-paced environments. Your Impact Your work ensures marketing campaigns run smoothly and consistently. Through content creation, social media engagement, and campaign support, you help strengthen brand presence and audience connection. Your organization and attention to detail enable teams to move faster while maintaining quality and alignment. Core ResponsibilitiesSocial Media Management & Community Engagement — 30% Schedule and publish content across major social media platforms Engage with audiences through comments, messages, and community interactions Monitor brand mentions and maintain positive online presence Track engagement metrics and support growth initiatives Research trends, hashtags, and platform features to improve reach Content Creation & Copywriting — 25% Write clear, engaging copy for social posts, captions, and marketing content Support blog writing, newsletters, and promotional materials Maintain consistent brand voice across channels Collaborate with designers on visual and written content Optimize content for readability and basic SEO Marketing Campaign Execution & Support — 20% Assist in executing multi-channel marketing campaigns Maintain campaign timelines, calendars, and deliverables Support email marketing and basic paid campaign execution Coordinate with internal teams to gather assets and inputs Track campaign performance and compile reports Analytics, Reporting & Market Research — 10% Track performance using analytics and platform insights Compile regular reports on content and campaign metrics Research competitors and industry trends Identify optimization opportunities based on data Marketing Operations & Project Coordination — 10% Maintain organized marketing assets and documentation Support marketing tools, platforms, and workflows Track tasks using project management tools Assist with website or CMS content updates Video & Visual Content Support — 5% Edit or repurpose short-form video content for social platforms Create simple graphics using design tools Support content production using AI and editing tools Must-Haves (Required) 1–3+ years of experience in marketing, social media, or digital marketing roles Strong writing and communication skills in English Experience managing or supporting business social media accounts Familiarity with digital marketing fundamentals Basic understanding of analytics and performance tracking Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail Ability to work independently in a remote environment Nice-to-Haves (Preferred) SEO fundamentals and keyword research exposure Email marketing or basic paid ads experience Video editing or advanced Canva skills Startup, agency, or multi-client experience Familiarity with CRM or marketing automation tools Tools ProficiencyMust-Haves (Required) Social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X/Twitter, TikTok) Content creation tools (Canva or similar) Social media scheduling tools Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive) Communication tools (Gmail/Outlook, Slack, Zoom or equivalent) Nice-to-Haves (Preferred) Social scheduling platforms (Later, Hootsuite, Buffer, Metricool) Email marketing tools SEO and analytics platforms CMS platforms (WordPress, Webflow, Shopify) Project management tools (Asana, Notion, ClickUp, Trello) Competitive Salary: Based on experience and skills Remote Work: Fully remote — work from anywhere Generous PTO: In accordance with company policy Direct Mentorship: Access to global industry leaders Learning & Development: Continuous growth resources Global Networking: Work with international teams Health Coverage (Philippines only): HMO after 3 months (full-time) Our Recruitment Process Application Skills Assessment Initial Screening Top-grading Interview Client Matching Job Offer Onboarding Ready to Join Pearl Talent? Build a long-term remote career supporting high-impact marketing teams across global startups. Join Pearl Talent and grow your skills through real execution, ownership, and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

The Marketing Associate supports daily marketing execution across digital channels, focusing on hands-on implementation including social media management, content creation, campaign support, and analytics tracking. This role ensures marketing campaigns run smoothly, strengthens brand presence through consistent execution, and maintains organized marketing workflows.