Santam Marketing has a position available for an Assistant Marketing Manager who will be based at their Head Office in Tygervalley, Bellville.
The person will be responsible for assisting in developing and activating marketing plans in support of marketing strategies for the personal and commercial segments to strengthen the Santam brand and maximize profitable revenue growth. The person needs to have a thorough understanding of the financial industry, with previous marketing 3-5 years marketing experience.
Provide support to Commercial and Personal Lines Marketing Manager in developing and executing marketing strategies and plans. Conduct environmental scanning to inform marketing strategies and plans. Assist in translating marketing strategies into practical marketing plans and execute these in the identified target segments. Assist brand and marketing managers by coordinating both internal and external elements of campaign development and production. Liaise with other business units to ensure that initiatives are coordinated and to create a shared focus. Liaise with outsourced suppliers and manage integration across suppliers and communication channels. Monitor and track marketing activity. Closely monitor and track budgets and expense reports. Qualification and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or equivalent Fluent in English and Afrikaans At least 3 - 5 years related marketing experience in the financial services and preferably the insurance industry. Proven experience in the advertising and media industry and related processes Proven experience in the development of marketing plans and the successful development and execution thereof Practical experience in running integrated, through-the-line campaigns across traditional and digital media channels Excellent communication, project management and problem-solving skills Good at building partnerships and solid relationships Innovative, creative and deadline driven FAIS qualification would be beneficial (e.g. NQF level 4 or 7 credits; RE or KI) May be required to travel throughout South Africa Core Competencies Cultivates innovation - Contributing independentlyCustomer focus - Contributing independentlyDrives results - Contributing independentlyCollaborates - Contributing independentlyBeing resilient - Contributing independentlyAbout The Company
Santam is the leading short-term insurer in South Africa. Along with its subsidiaries, the business transacts all classes of short-term insurance. Santam is a large, diversified, and transforming company and our success is rooted in our passion for our clients. Everything we do is centered on our delivery of Insurance Good and Proper.
Please note this appointment will be made in line with the Divisional Employment Equity targets. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.