Digital Marketing Assistant

Join One of South Africa's Leading Professional Beauty Distributors

Modern Hair & Beauty is the proud South African distributor of globally recognised professional beauty brands including Wella Professionals, System Professional, Kadus Professional, Nioxin, Sebastian, Reuzel, OPI, QiQi and Keune, alongside a portfolio of premium haircare and lifestyle brands.

We are looking for a creative, organised and digitally savvy Digital Marketing Assistant to join our Marketing Team in Cape Town.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent marketing graduate or junior marketing professional looking to build a career in digital marketing, content creation, social media, e-commerce and influencer marketing within the beauty industry.

If you're passionate about digital trends, social media, content creation and brand storytelling, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

Reporting to the Marketing Manager, you will support the day-to-day execution of our digital marketing activities across multiple brands and online platforms.

You'll gain hands-on exposure to:

• E-commerce and online retail platforms

• Social media content and community management

• Influencer marketing campaigns

• Content creation and copywriting

• Digital reporting and analytics

• Marketing campaign support

• Premium beauty and lifestyle brands

This is a fast-paced role suited to someone who enjoys variety, takes initiative, and thrives in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

E-Commerce & Online Platform Support

• Manage product uploads and updates across platforms including TAL, MHB Online, Superbalist and Amazon

• Maintain product descriptions, imagery, pricing and product information

• Conduct stock checks and ensure listings remain accurate and up to date

• Assist with product launches and product discontinuations

Social Media & Content

• Schedule social media content across multiple platforms

• Write engaging captions aligned with each brand's tone of voice

• Assist with content planning and content calendar execution

• Support content creation for digital campaigns, promotions and product launches

Copywriting & Content Creation

• Create and adapt copy for websites, product pages, social media, advertisements and digital assets

• Proofread content to ensure accuracy and consistency

• Assist with basic SEO-focused content where required

Design & Creative Support

• Resize and adapt images for various digital channels

• Update promotional materials, PDFs and digital assets

• Assist with creating marketing collateral using Canva and Adobe Creative Suite

Community Management

• Monitor and respond to comments, messages and customer interactions across social media platforms

• Support audience engagement initiatives

• Escalate customer queries where necessary

Influencer Marketing Support

• Research and identify suitable influencers and content creators

• Coordinate influencer gifting and campaign logistics

• Track influencer content and campaign performance

• Assist with reporting and campaign administration

Reporting & Administration

• Compile and track digital marketing performance data

• Assist with campaign reporting and analytics

• Support sponsorships, promotions and marketing administration

• Assist the Marketing Team with ad hoc projects and campaigns

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Marketing, Digital Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design or a related field

• Minimum 1 year of relevant marketing or digital marketing experience

• Strong Canva skills with Adobe experience advantageous

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong attention to detail and organisational ability

• Working knowledge of major social media platforms and digital marketing trends

• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams)

• Valid Code 8 Driver's Licence

• Reliable transport

• Based in Cape Town

You'll Stand Out If You Have

• Experience working with e-commerce platforms

• Exposure to influencer marketing campaigns

• Basic paid media knowledge

• Beauty, fashion, retail or lifestyle brand experience

• Experience creating social media content

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with globally recognised beauty brands

• Exposure to multiple areas of digital marketing

• Hybrid working environment

• Supportive and collaborative team culture

• Career development opportunities within a growing organisation

• Hands-on experience across digital, social, content and e-commerce marketing

Employment Details

Position: Digital Marketing Assistant
Location: Hybrid – Head Office based in Epping, Cape Town
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: R15,000 – R20,000 CTC per month (dependent on experience)
Start Date: 1 July 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter
Closing Date: Friday, 26 June 2026

How to Apply

If you're passionate about digital marketing, social media, content creation and the beauty industry, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply as soon as possible, as interviews may be conducted before the closing date.

Application Process

Stage 1 - Application Review

Stage 2 - Initial 20-minute Screening Interview

Stage 3 - Task & Interview with Marketing Team

Modern Hair & Beauty is committed to protecting personal information in accordance with the POPIA Act. Successful candidates may be subject to background, criminal record and credit checks.