Retention and Marketing Specialist

15 hours ago


Cape Town, South Africa LulaBet Full time
Job title : Retention and Marketing SpecialistJob Location : Western Cape, Cape TownDeadline : December 14, 2024Quick Recommended Links
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Job Overview:

  • The Retention and Marketing Specialist will be integral to our marketing team, focusing on customer retention strategies and executing targeted, high-impact direct marketing campaigns.
  • This role combines technical acumen with campaign strategy, content management, and audience insights to maximize customer engagement, drive loyalty, and improve retention.
  • You will work across multiple digital channels, including email, SMS, in-app notifications, and web content, ensuring cohesive and compelling customer experiences that support our brand.

Key Responsibilities:

Direct Marketing Strategy and Execution:

  • Assist in driving the direct marketing strategy with a focus on retention across SMS, email, and other digital platforms.
  • Develop and implement targeted marketing campaigns based on customer insights and behavioural data to maximize engagement and retention.
  • Set up, test, and execute marketing campaigns end-to-end, working closely with design and content teams for seamless execution.
  • Create, configure, and optimize landing pages tailored for specific promotions or customer segments to ensure high conversion rates.

Campaign Management and Content Coordination:

  • Brief designers and copywriters with detailed requirements for campaign assets, including visuals, email templates, and messaging.
  • Review and approve creative content to ensure brand consistency and campaign alignment with marketing objectives.
  • Manage schedules for external communications and ensure timely delivery across all platforms.
  • Ensure high standards of proofreading, layout, and copy, maintaining brand voice and messaging across all communications.
  • Reporting skills to analyze metrics such as bonus reports, setting up customer journeys within the CRM system, and evaluating outcomes.

Audience Segmentation and Database Management:

  • Conduct research and audience segmentation to create targeted marketing lists from the gaming database, based on customer behaviour and preferences.
  • Collaborate with data and analytics teams to identify trends, customer segments, and engagement patterns to inform retention strategies.
  • Regularly perform competitor analysis to understand industry trends, identify opportunities, and maintain a competitive edge in direct marketing efforts.

Technical Setup and Testing of Campaigns and Promotions:

  • Configure and test digital promotions and campaigns to ensure proper functionality and a seamless customer experience.
  • Use back-office tools to update and manage website content, ensuring accurate and timely promotions on all client-facing websites.
  • Conduct quality assurance (QA) testing on campaigns to identify and resolve any technical issues prior to launch.

General Marketing:

  • Ensuring time sheets are up to date.
  • CS Staff are kept up to date with promotions, etc.

Qualifications

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

Education: 

  • Matric / Grade 12

Experience:

  • Minimum of 3 years in a technical marketing position, with experience in I-gaming or casino industries highly preferred.
  • Familiarity with digital marketing platforms and bulk mailing tools (e.g., Everlytics, Sendgrid, Mailchimp).
  • Familiar with Optimove or similar CDP’s
  • Experience with HTML for creating and editing email templates.
  • Experience with landing page tools (e.g., Landingi or similar).

Technical Skills:

  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Comfortable with CRM and back-office systems, including familiarity with customer segmentation and list management.
  • Basic HTML skills for setting up and modifying marketing templates.

Soft Skills:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for clear and persuasive campaign messaging.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adjust priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Self-motivated with a proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
  • Attention to detail is a must.

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