Junior Copywriter - Fashion Retail

Biglight; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative agency in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking an in-house Copywriter to produce engaging product descriptions and collaborate with clients. The ideal candidate will have commercial copywriting experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. Benefits include a competitive salary, pension scheme, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Contributory Pension Scheme

Access to Perkbox benefits

Bi-annual company events

Professional growth opportunities

25 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines effectively.
• Experience in liaising with clients and contributing ideas.

Responsibilities

• Produce engaging product descriptions based on briefs.
• Liaise with clients and manage deadlines effectively.
• Conduct online competitor research for quality improvements.

Skills

Commercial copywriting experience

Attention to detail

SEO writing experience

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in English, Marketing or a relevant subject

Tools

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an in-house Copywriter within our dedicated photography studio in Lymedale, Stoke-on-Trent.

You will already have some commercial copywriting experience and will be keen to become a competent and valuable member of the team, with demonstrable contributions to client projects.

You will have solid and dependable writing skills, which can be relied on for emails, banners and product descriptions with minimal supervision from your line manager.

This role is an integral part of our studio content team, and is responsible for creating great content that people will want to read, share and use to inform their online shopping experience.

About Biglight

Biglight is an experience design agency that combines the power of customer insight, UX and design with constant innovation and experimentation to help leading brands create remarkable customer experiences.

Our unique approach allows brands to understand the unmet needs of their customers and transform the way they meet them through testing, personalisation and service innovation across all channels.

We\'re a people business that depends on the talent and experience of a remarkable team of specialists to deliver excellent services to our customers.

We hire the very best people, regardless of background, and provide an environment where they can develop and grow, whilst working with some of the best brands.

Requirements

WHAT YOU\'LL BE DOING

• Producing engaging product descriptions and other copy based on agreed concepts and themes
• Writing product descriptions, taking legal requirements and the client brief into account
• Continually improve ways of working in order to manage increased volumes without compromising on quality
• Liaising with the client and contributing to client meetings, offering ideas for new and improved content
• Manage competing deadlines, keeping stakeholders updated in a timely manner
• Seek to develop a strong understanding of our clients\' brands, their brand strategy and their needs as a Biglight client
• Support in organizing and training freelancers, junior colleagues and peers as and when needed
• Where relevant, update client copy guides and ensure that new team members including freelancers are aware and familiar with it
• Ensure you understand the sign off process and have appropriate sign off on all your work
• Complete online competitor research to help improve quality and efficiencies
• Perform any reasonable task that is asked of you by your line manager or member of the senior team

Experience, Skills And Professional Attributes

• Educated to degree level in English, Marketing or other relevant subject
• Previous in-house, agency or on a freelance copywriting experience
• Excellent attention to detail alongside the ability to work at speed
• Excellent organizational skills including organizing own work and supporting more junior team members and freelancers as well as enabling team members to access shared files
• Experience in writing for SEO
• Familiarity with G Suite including Google Docs, Google Sheets and Gmail
• Eager to learn and able to take constructive criticism onboard
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Willing to ask questions and input solutions focused ideas
• Present a can-do, enthusiastic attitude
• Excellent team player who is integrated within the studio team and the wider business
• Keen to assist in related areas outside of the immediate job description whenever possible

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Access to Perkbox benefits and rewards platform, which provides a range of discounts on big retail brands and gym memberships, provides health & wellness support and free coffees!
• Bi-annual company wide social events in central London
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development
• 25 days annual leave
• Being part of a dynamic, fast-paced agency environment
• Working with a team of incredibly talented professional colleagues

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their authentic selves.