Marketing Team Leader

Hollywoodbets have been revolutionising betting within South Africa since 1999 and we are currently making inroads further into Southern Africa. As a frontrunner in our industry we are always finding new ways to give our customers the best betting experience. Our sports betting site features a large variety of events and markets to bet on, with expert betting support both online and in store. We offer local and international horse racing betting, an extensive range of sports betting from soccer to American Sports as well as our fantastic Lucky Numbers international lottery offering. Betting is offered 365 days a year. We are also proud to provide live betting with our Live In-Play and Betgames Africa options. After opening our first branch in Durban in the year 1999 we took the leap and joined the online community with the launch of our website in 2006. Our mobisite was created soon after that in 2009 as the business expanded. Hollywoodbets now has over 80 branches spread across six of South Africa’s provinces as well as one branch in Mozambique. Additionally, we provide our customers with a variety of betting platforms including USSD betting, via our Phone-A-Bet call centre, the mobisite and website as well as the feature phone application. Our values include service excellence, commitment to achieving our objectives, ubuntu, integrity, innovation, enthusiasm and accountability, and they underpin everything we do. For that reason we believe in investing in our team, and we’ve seen many people rise through the ranks. Hollywoodbets strongly believes in investing in the communities that we operate in, and we support charitable organisations and grassroots sports teams around SA on an annual basis. For more on the Hollywoodbets My Community Programme please visit our dedicated sites and We have an amazing opportunity for a Marketing Team Leader to be based in Eastern Cape. Do you think you have what it takes to be our newest Purple Star? You Bring: F & B Qualification Valid driver's license Food and Beverage Industry experience What You'll Do For The Brand To manage and co-ordinate the marketing activity of the whole EC region, covering all areas of the business. Support planning, implementation and reporting of marketing communication. Ensure the branches are fully briefed and prepared for the marketing activities require. To liaise with Regional Manager (RM) & Marketing Manager (MM) and branches to ensure full compliance with all norms and standards and to communicate marketing strategy. To facilitate with, updates and feedback to RM and MM on daily basis. To work closely with the RM and MM to develop new strategic / tactical marketing and implement advertising strategy. Responsible for implementing and ensuring the marketing policy and best practice across the branches are adhered to. To manage and build departmental bridges / relationships with clients and the regions. Management of the budget and expenditure for region as well as reporting back on results. Capture any client information and maintain an up to date database. Follow up on the newsflash marketing items. Run promotions or events where needed in region. Plan, implement and report back on external roadshow promotions. Assist the branches in reaching targets set for their sales. All other required tasks outside of your above job descriptions. Must be able to handle high pressure. Must be proactive and able to work independently. Available for travel and after hours. What You'll Bring To The Team: Understanding main business drivers in order to impact on decision making; demonstrating financial awareness; controlling costs and thinking in terms of profit, loss and added value. Good problem solving skills Identify, analyse, organise and solve problems and issues in a timely and effective manner Follows through and delivers results in spite of obstacles. Admits to errors and takes corrective action to avoid repetition. Excellent attention to detail Excellent communication skills Ability of taking charge, motivated to do things, willing to get things done on your own. Willingness to be innovated, or introduce something new or different; characterized by innovation Please note that only team members who meet the stipulated minimum requirements will be considered. Qualifications Relevant Diploma/Degree. 2-3 Years' experience in leading a team. Knowledge of Digital Marketing. Project management experience (Advantageous). Resourceful, self-starter who has experience in leading change management processes and cross-functional teams. Established industry contracts preferred. Strong research and attention to detail. Creative and innovative demeanour. The ability to work in a fast-paced, growing environment under pressure. Must have attention to detail and take accountability. Apply Before 05/29/2026