Sales and Marketing Associate (Entry-Level)

About the role

This entry-level Sales and Marketing Associate position bridges customer acquisition and brand development, combining direct client engagement with digital execution. It works closely with the Business Development and Marketing divisions to generate leads, raise brand visibility online and build lasting customer relationships. The work arrangement is hybrid: three days on site at the Lagos office and two days remote, with flexibility for occasional local travel and longer hours during key campaign periods.

Key responsibilities

• Sales assistance: help meet sales targets by identifying client needs, proposing solutions and supporting upselling; manage follow-ups, resolve initial enquiries and prepare proposals and forecasts under supervision.
• Digital content and campaigns: create and schedule content for Instagram, LinkedIn, X, Facebook and TikTok; run digital ads, track engagement and conversion metrics and support SEO.
• Customer engagement: reach out proactively to prospects and existing clients, explain product features and keep them informed about new offers and promotions.
• Market intelligence: research emerging trends and consumer behaviour, analyse competitor activity and record past campaign performance.
• Cross-departmental cooperation: work with design, content and marketing teams on promotional materials and events, and take part in data analysis and training sessions.
• Reporting and administration: help compile sales and marketing forecast reports and give regular updates to management; other duties may include occasional travel.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications or a related field.
• 0-2 years of experience in sales, marketing or digital media; prior internships, NYSC or freelance social media or digital content work is highly valued.
• Strong written communication, multitasking, deadline awareness and a proactive, results-driven approach.

Required skills

• Familiarity with Meta Business Suite, Canva and Google Analytics.
• Basic data analysis with Excel or Google Sheets.
• Foundational knowledge of SEO, paid advertising and email marketing.