Glacier by Sanlam brings together leading experts and respected financial services companies to meet clients investment needs. We deliver focused investment services through specialist teams, partner with acclaimed financial intermediaries and pride ourselves on our superior products and solutions and high quality service. We offer a comprehensive range of investment solutions, designed to assist in the creation and preservation of wealth. Our offering encompasses local investments, including fixed term investments and investments with guarantees, international investments, retirement saving solutions, and retirement income solutions. While each solution has its own distinct purpose, they all share the world-class quality and commitment that have come to distinguish Glacier.
What will you do?
Job Purpose
We are seeking a dynamic Marketing administrator who will provide support to key individuals in the marketing team, while also managing personal assistant and administrative tasks to support executive operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in marketing / project management, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple responsibilities effectively.
Key Outcomes
Administrative Duties
- Support in market research and analysis to inform the business Marketing strategy.
- Support in branding initiatives and ensure consistency across all marketing channels.
- Manage the Head of department calendar, scheduling meetings and appointments efficiently.
- Prepare materials for meetings, including presentations and reports.
- Coordinate travel arrangements and itineraries for business trips.
- Act as a liaison between the Head of Marketing and other departments or external partners.
- Handle confidential information with discretion.
- Assist with budget management and financial reporting for the marketing department.
- Maintain organized filing systems and documentation for marketing initiatives.
- Prepare and submit expense reports and other administrative paperwork.
- Support the planning and execution of marketing events and promotions.
- Perform general office duties as needed to support the marketing team.
- Outlook calendar management.
- Travel bookings.
- Payments: Capturing payments on SAP for approval to processing and loading line items on the expense excel sheet.
- Marketing stock room management.
- Couriering: Assisting with couriering waybills and bookings from the company to different regions.
- Venue & quote sourcing.
- Promotional gifting sourcing.
- Education: Diploma in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field.
- Experience: 5+ years of experience in marketing. Prior experience as an executive assistant or in administrative roles is a plus.
- Skills:
- Strong understanding of digital marketing, branding, and consumer behaviour.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities.
- High level of discretion and professionalism.
- Client-centric orientation and focus
- Cultivates innovation
- Collaborates
- Being resilient
- Drive optimal results
- Attention to detail, accuracy, following robust processes and procedures
- Quality in delivery
- Positive, enthusiastic attitude
- Teamwork
- Ability to thrive under pressure
- Honesty, integrity, and respect
- Influencing and gaining commitment
- Can do attitude
- Ability to work independently
Qualification And Experience
Degree or Diploma with 1 to 2 years related experience.
Knowledge And Skills
Marketing activities to support innovations
Marketing, liaison and relationship building
Support to Marketing and Events
Statistical analysis and data of sales and marketing performance
Record keeping and administrative support
Personal Attributes
Communicates effectively - Contributing independently
Decision quality - Contributing independently
Plans and aligns - Contributing independently
Action orientated - Contributing independently
Build a successful career with us
Were all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.
Core Competencies
Being resilient - Contributing independently
Collaborates - Contributing independently
Customer focus - Contributing independently
Drives results - Contributing independently
Cultivates innovation - Contributing independently
Turnaround time
The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.
Our commitment to transformation
The Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.
