E-commerce Content Specialist

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive salary package

Opportunities for skill enhancement

Home office setup contribution

Online team events

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled E-commerce Content Specialist to join its fully remote team. From anywhere in South Africa, you will craft compelling product descriptions, website copy, and marketing materials to drive engagement and sales.

Collaborating with the e-commerce and marketing teams, you will ensure brand consistency, optimize content for search engines and user experience, and manage a content calendar. A portfolio showing strong web content is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Content Writer or Copywriter in e-commerce.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong command of English.
• Familiarity with SEO principles and keyword research tools.
• Experience with content management systems (CMS) and e-commerce platforms.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.
• A portfolio showcasing creative and effective web content is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Write, edit, and proofread product descriptions, website copy, and promotional materials to be clear, engaging, and SEO-friendly.
• Develop and manage a content calendar for the e-commerce website and associated digital channels.
• Optimize existing content to improve search engine rankings and conversion rates.
• Collaborate with product and marketing teams to gather information and ensure content accuracy.
• Create visually appealing content, such as banners and graphics, for online use.
• Stay updated on e-commerce best practices and content marketing trends.

Skills

Content writing

Copywriting

Editing

Proofreading

SEO

Remote work

Tools

CMS

E-commerce platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively searching for a skilled E-commerce Content Specialist to join their fully remote team, contributing to their online retail operations from anywhere in South Africa . In this role, you will be responsible for creating compelling and accurate product descriptions, website copy, and marketing materials that drive customer engagement and sales. You'll work closely with the e-commerce and marketing departments to ensure brand consistency and optimize content for search engines and user experience. This position is ideal for a creative wordsmith with a keen eye for detail and a passion for online retail, offering the complete flexibility of remote work combined with the opportunity to shape the online narrative of a growing e-commerce business.

Key Responsibilities

• Write, edit, and proofread product descriptions , website copy, and promotional materials to be clear, engaging, and SEO-friendly.
• Develop and manage a content calendar for the e-commerce website and associated digital channels.
• Optimize existing content to improve search engine rankings and conversion rates.
• Collaborate with product and marketing teams to gather information and ensure content accuracy.
• Create visually appealing content, such as banners and graphics, for online use.
• Stay updated on e-commerce best practices and content marketing trends.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Content Writer , Copywriter, or similar role in e-commerce.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong command of English.
• Familiarity with SEO principles and keyword research tools.
• Experience with content management systems (CMS) and e-commerce platforms.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.
• A portfolio showcasing creative and effective web content is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement.
• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for skill enhancement and career advancement.
• Contribution towards home office setup.
• Collaborative online team environment and regular virtual social events.