If you’re looking for marketing jobs in Nigeria and you haven’t found one. You’re probably looking in the wrong places. Landing a marketing job in Nigeria can feel like battling through Balogun Market on a Saturday – intense! But if you look in the right golden spots, you’re sure to find a gem quicker and cheaper. It’s the same thing with getting your next marketing role.
Dozens of marketing jobs are posted online daily. Whether social media marketing, digital marketing, content marketing, product marketing or sales. As long as you’re in the right (online) spot, you will find them.
While we cannot assure you that knowing the best sites where marketing jobs are posted regularly secures you a job in any company. It does increase your chances of landing one faster.
In this article, we have curated the top 5 best sites to get marketing jobs in Nigeria. Remote, hybrid or On-site. Junior, Intermediate or Senior level, whichever the case may be, you should bank on these sites.
#1 Blurpe
This is unarguably the best platform for marketers in Nigeria to land jobs based on their level of experience. It ranks number one because it doesn’t just have up-to-date marketing vacancies.
It is the first platform focused on matching no-code talents, especially marketing talents in real-time with marketing openings that fit their profile. Landing a marketing job is much easier when you are a vetted talent in Blurpe’s talent pool.
Joining Blurpe is completely free. Once you join, you get access to all ranges of marketing jobs. A plus is that Blurpe is committed to the well-being of marketers in the African eco-system which means whatever job you get hired for via Blurpe will be vetted to ensure your satisfaction.
#2 Glassdoor
Glassdoor is one of the best sites to access multiple marketing jobs in Nigeria. Although this platform is not strictly for marketers, it sits firmly as number two on our list. Glassdoor marketers to dig deeper and explore candid company reviews and ratings from anonymous employees in the company, both past and present.
If you’re the kind interested in FBI and CIA activities before taking on a new role in a new company, this site will tickle your fancy. It also caters to factors like work-life balance, diversity&inclusion and other benefits.
#3 LinkedIn
LinkedIn is not just a platform to set up your professional appearance and technical know-how. Millions of people have secured jobs on LinkedIn.
As the name implies, its core purpose is to link employees, employers, industry leaders and professionals across industries together. You can find marketing jobs on the platform by searching for the keyword (role) you are applying for in the “jobs” section of the website (or mobile app).
To access this, you have to create an account on the platform. Considering that LinkedIn is a social app where people share work experiences, you should create a social presence on the platform. This would enable you to stay visible to stakeholders within your preferred industry and increase your chances of getting hired.
#4 Indeed
Indeed isn’t just one of the best job sites, they’re also great for finding jobs in Nigeria. The marketing jobs posted on the website are updated (we checked), if you’re looking for “fresh” jobs posted “2 days ago”, the platform should be one of your go-tos.
You can also check for company reviews and feedback. Like LinkedIn, it allows for jobseekers to apply using the CVs they upload on the platform. This simplifies the application process for you and enables you to apply to more companies in less time.
#5 Google
This website is most likely the most overlooked but the easiest of all five sites listed in this article. All it requires is typing “marketing jobs near me” on Google and it opens up pages full of marketing vacancies across industries. Based on the search query imputed, you will find jobs that are closer to your location. However, you can widen the parameters of your search to anywhere in Nigeria.
Google also shows you ratings of companies on different job posting sites like Indeed, glassdoor etc. This gives you a “total” of the company’s performance on job posting websites and what people think about the company you are applying to.
This website also has a wide range of job roles in marketing, so you don’t have to worry about a lack of representation. We should mention that this site is strictly a scouting site and it is advisable that you use it as a spotting tool and then take your time to adequately and appropriately apply for the job.
Bonus: Jobberman
Jobberman has been a leading resource for marketers seeking jobs in Nigeria. The site is tailored for Nigerians and boasts a massive database of marketing jobs across all industries.
The platform allows for an in-depth location search, accounting for major states in Nigeria. A feature that shows inclusivity and expands the span of marketing jobs available.
Jobberman also features company profiles and salary insights, making it one of the good sites to check out for marketing jobs in Nigeria.
Extra Bonus: Tips to Aid Your Application Process For A Marketing Job in Nigeria
- When applying for a role in marketing, don’t add skills that do not match the role or job description on your CV.
- Make your experience in your resume relevant to the role you are applying for
- Avoid the urge to “beautify” your CV. You can do that with your portfolio. Your CV is your written professional representation
- Establish an online footprint of your work experience (preferably LinkedIn or X) and be sure to add it to your CV (mostly LinkedIn).
- Keep your Cover letter short and straight to the point. Recruiters barely have time to go over more than a page (or even a few lines).
- Answer test questions with relevant experiences and relate them to how you will perform in the desired role if hired.
- Be confident when applying for jobs. The recruiter can pick up the tone of your application.
Conclusion
Finding the right job in Nigeria (read as anywhere) can be almost as overwhelming as Lagos traffic at night. You don’t just find yourself at your desired location.
Once you’re stuck in traffic, you have to be patient. The same applies here. You’re already on the right track by sourcing for the best platforms to get marketing jobs.
Apply for marketing jobs on the sites listed using your preferred filters such as remote, hybrid, onsite or full-time, contract-based, or gig. Or whatever the case may be for you. Here’s to you landing your dream marketing role!
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