Content Strategist

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work arrangement

Growth opportunities

Collaborative virtual team culture

Chance to shape content narrative

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a forward-thinking Content Strategist to join a fully remote team. You will develop and oversee content strategies that align with business goals and resonate with target audiences across digital channels, using data insights and audience research to drive engagement and brand authority.

In this role you will collaborate with writers, designers and stakeholders, define KPIs, optimize content for SEO and UX, and analyze performance to continuously improve our content

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Content Strategist or related role.
• Strong SEO, content marketing and digital analytics foundations.
• Excellent writing, editing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement content strategies and editorial calendars.
• Conduct audience research, keyword analysis and competitive research.
• Define content goals, KPIs and measurement frameworks.
• Collaborate with writers, designers and stakeholders to ensure high-quality content.
• Optimize content for search engines and user experience across platforms.
• Analyze content performance data and provide actionable insights.

Skills

Content strategy

SEO

Data-driven

Editorial planning

CMS

Analytics

Remote collaboration

Tools

Google Analytics

CMS platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a forward-thinking Content Strategist to join their dynamic, fully remote team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and overseeing the execution of compelling content strategies that align with business goals and resonate with target audiences across various digital channels. You will leverage data insights, audience research, and industry best practices to craft content plans that drive engagement, build brand authority, and support marketing objectives. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned content professional who thrives in a collaborative, remote-first environment and is passionate about crafting impactful narratives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive content strategies, including editorial calendars and content distribution plans.
• Conduct audience research, keyword analysis, and competitive research to inform content creation.
• Define content goals, key performance indicators (KPIs), and measurement frameworks.
• Collaborate with writers, designers, and other stakeholders to ensure high-quality content production.
• Optimize content for search engines (SEO) and user experience across all platforms.
• Analyze content performance data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights for continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Content Strategist , Content Manager, or similar role.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing effective content strategies.
• Strong understanding of SEO, content marketing principles, and digital analytics.
• Excellent research, writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with content management systems (CMS) and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a remote team setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering significant flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development in a fast-paced industry.
• Collaborative and supportive virtual team culture.
• Chance to shape the content narrative for a growing organization.