Junior SEO Copywriter

Xact Placements Limited; Kettering; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital agency based in Kettering is seeking a Junior SEO Copywriter to enhance their clients’ online presence through engaging and optimized content. This role offers an exciting opportunity for recent graduates to start their career in digital marketing, contributing to a range of projects and collaborating with a technical SEO team.

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant fields preferred but not essential.
• Proven experience in copywriting or digital marketing is advantageous.
• Strong grammar, spelling, and attention to detail are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Write SEO-friendly content for websites, blogs, and social media.
• Conduct keyword research to inform content direction.
• Collaborate with SEO specialists to align content with campaign goals.

Skills

Writing skills

SEO understanding

Research skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Degree in English Language/Writing/Marketing/Business Studies

Tools

Google Keyword Planner

SEMrush

Ahrefs

WordPress

Job description

Our client based in Kettering is a successful digital agency that focuses onhelping businesses increase their online presence through tailored digital strategies.Currently looking to take on a creative and detail-focused Junior SEO Copywriter to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a flair for words and a strong understanding of SEO to contribute to a wide variety of content projects. You will be responsible for producing engaging, high-quality, and search-engine-optimised content for websites, blogs, email newsletters, and social media. Working closely with their technical SEO team, your work will directly contribute to the visibility and success of our client campaigns.

This role is ideal for a recent graduate or entry-level candidate looking to start their career.

Key Responsibilities

• Write SEO-friendly content for a diverse range of clients, including:
• Website landing and service pages
• Blog articles
• Social media posts and updates
• Informational and long-form SEO content
• Create compelling copy for in-house email marketing campaigns
• Conduct keyword research to inform content direction and structure
• Proofread and self-edit all content prior to submission
• Collaborate with SEO specialists to align content with campaign goals
• Manage and prioritise multiple projects according to deadlines and campaign schedules
• Be a proactive and positive contributor to a busy, collaborative team

Skills & Experience Required

• Degree in English Language/Writing/Marketing/Business Studies preferred but not essential.
• Proven experience in copywriting, content creation or digital marketing
• Solid understanding of SEO best practices and on-page optimisation techniques
• Strong research and writing skills with the ability to adapt tone and style for different audiences and industries
• Exceptional grammar, spelling, and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable using tools for keyword research (e.g., Google Keyword Planner, SEMrush, Ahrefs)
• Experience with CMS platforms such as WordPress is a plus

Desirable Attributes

• Creative thinker with a passion for storytelling and content marketing
• Enthusiastic, flexible, and eager to learn
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of responsibility
• A team player who’s happy to contribute ideas and collaborate

Salary

• Basic Salary £26,000 per annum