Job Summary
NOW HIRING: Marketing Manager | Luxury African Travel Brand | Remote – South Africa About the Opportunity Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and commercially focused Marketing Manager to join a leading luxury African travel brand on a fully remote basis. This is a strategic role for a marketing professional with strong luxury travel experience, proven paid media expertise and a track record of delivering measurable return on marketing investment. The successful candidate will take ownership of marketing strategy, budget performance and paid media ROI while managing and mentoring a Digital Marketing Specialist. The role requires someone who is equally comfortable analysing performance, managing stakeholders and agencies, and developing strategies that directly support sales and revenue growth. Key Requirements • Bachelor's Degree with a focus in Marketing, Advertising or a related field. • Minimum of 3 years' relevant marketing experience within the luxury travel industry. • Strong knowledge of African travel destinations will be highly advantageous. • Proven hands-on experience managing and optimising Google Ads and Meta Ads, with demonstrable results in improving ROI. • Strong understanding of marketing budgets, performance reporting, campaign analysis and optimisation. • Experience with demand generation, lead conversion, audience segmentation and A/B or multivariate testing. • Working knowledge of HubSpot and marketing automation is highly advantageous. • Experience with Google Analytics, Wix and related marketing and CRM platforms. • Proven track record of developing marketing campaigns that contribute to sales and revenue growth. • Experience managing agencies, suppliers and other external marketing partners. • Previous experience managing, mentoring or developing junior marketing team members. • Strong written communication, copyediting and proofreading abilities. • Excellent analytical, organisational and project management skills. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite or similar platforms. • Professional, commercially minded and confident working with multiple internal stakeholders. Candidate Vetting Due to the seniority and importance of this appointment, comprehensive candidate vetting will form part of the recruitment process. Candidates must be able to provide contactable professional references covering their recent employment history, and demonstrated evidence of their ability to perform the key requirements of the role will be required prior to progressing to interview stage. Package • Salary: R40,000 – R55,000 CTC per month, depending on experience and current earnings. • Permanent position with a 4–6 month probationary period. • No provident fund or medical aid. • Fully remote / work-from-home position. • Working hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00. • Company laptop and additional screen provided. Remote Working Requirements • Candidates must be based in South Africa. • Reliable internet connectivity and a suitable home-working environment are essential. • Candidates are responsible for ensuring reliable electricity and connectivity during working hours, including during power interruptions. • A business lounge membership is available for Gauteng-based employees as an alternative workspace when required. Please note that only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted. Candidates progressing through the recruitment process will be subject to comprehensive reference and experience verification. Should you not receive a response within seven working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.