E-commerce Content Specialist

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Career growth

Collaborative culture

Online retail exposure

Performance reviews

Job summary

Placements24 in East London is seeking a creative and meticulous E-commerce Content Specialist to elevate product descriptions, website copy, and promotional content. You will craft SEO-optimized, accurate content that engages customers and drives online sales.

Collaborating with merchandising and marketing teams, you will manage digital assets, maintain a consistent brand voice, and ensure high-quality user experiences across all digital touchpoints in our growing online retail business.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Content Specialist, Copywriter, or similar role in e-commerce.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with attention to detail.
• Understanding of SEO principles and best practices for web content.
• Familiarity with CMS and content management systems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Write, edit, and proofread engaging product descriptions and website copy for the e-commerce platform.
• Develop compelling marketing copy for emails, social media posts, blog articles, and ad campaigns.
• Optimize content for search engines (SEO) to improve visibility and organic traffic.
• Ensure all content is accurate, on-brand, and meets quality standards before publication.
• Collaborate with merchandising and marketing teams to understand product features and benefits.
• Manage and organize digital assets and content archives.

Skills

Creative writing

Editing & proofreading

SEO knowledge

Independent work

Time management

Tools

CMS

SEO tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and meticulous E-commerce Content Specialist to enhance their online product presentation and marketing materials in East London . This role is responsible for creating compelling, accurate, and SEO-optimized product descriptions, website copy, and promotional content that drives customer engagement and sales. You will play a vital role in ensuring a consistent brand voice and high-quality user experience across all digital touchpoints. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled writer with a passion for e-commerce to contribute to the success of a growing online retail business within a dedicated team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Write, edit, and proofread engaging and informative product descriptions and website copy for the e-commerce platform.
• Develop compelling marketing copy for emails, social media posts, blog articles, and ad campaigns.
• Optimize content for search engines (SEO) to improve visibility and organic traffic.
• Ensure all content is accurate, on-brand, and meets quality standards before publication.
• Collaborate with the merchandising and marketing teams to understand product features and benefits.
• Manage and organize digital assets and content archives.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Content Specialist , Copywriter, or similar role, preferably in e-commerce.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Understanding of SEO principles and best practices for web content.
• Familiarity with e-commerce platforms and content management systems (CMS).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with regular compensation reviews.
• Full range of health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement in digital content creation.
• A supportive and collaborative work culture focused on quality and customer satisfaction.
• Exposure to the exciting world of online retail and digital marketing.