Proofreader (German speaker)

Greenpark; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global content leader is seeking a proofreader for marketing emails within a regulated pharmaceutical environment. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of relevant experience, ensuring the accuracy and compliance of content in both German and English. Responsibilities include proofreading, providing editorial feedback, and validating emails for compliance with industry standards. Emphasizing teamwork and inclusivity, this role supports a highly respected consultancy in ensuring effective communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of relevant email marketing experience.
• Preference for candidates with medical, pharmaceutical, or other highly regulated sector backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Proofread MLR approved content ensuring it matches the approved copy in German.
• Focus on emails including 1:1 and mass marketing.
• Provide suggestions on grammatical and spelling errors.
• Capture feedback for developers.
• Verify updated files post-feedback.
• Categorize errors (Cosmetic, Grammatical, Spelling).
• Validate emails using tools like Email on Acid.

Skills

Proofreading

Adobe Acrobat

Layout Design

Microsoft Word

Chicago Manual of Style

Copy Editing

AP Style

Transcription

Translation

Writing Skills

Job description

Remote role for the German market.

Language requirements: German and Business English.

Time zone: Preferably CET

Contract: Until 31 December 2025 with a high likelihood of extension to at least 31 December 2026

About Greenpark

Greenpark is a global award-winning performance-driven content leader and brand publishing. Our purpose is to help brands create meaningful connections that impact people's lives through performance-driven content for search and social. Our expertise in Omnichannel Search & Insights, Creative Content, and Performance Tech are delivered via an ad agency and in-house model.

We serve a global client portfolio including Unilever, Campari Group, AIA, Sanofi, Nestlé, Lipton, Kimberley Clark, Straumann, Ricola, Globe Telecom, and more.

Our Values

We strive and act together to make a positive impact for the people and brands we serve. We do everything with kindness and respect at our core. Our values are: Strive and Acting Together With Kindness.

About the role

As a proofreader, you will ensure the accuracy, compliance, and quality of marketing email communications within a regulated pharmaceutical environment. This involves reviewing email content for editorial accuracy and adherence to industry regulations and internal standards.

What you'll do

• Proofread MLR (Medical, Legal, and Regulatory) approved content, ensuring it matches the approved copy in German.
• Focus on emails: 1:1 emails and mass marketing emails.
• Provide suggestions on grammatical and spelling errors.
• Capture feedback for developers to implement.
• Verify updated files post-feedback implementation and sign off.
• Adhere to project timelines.
• Categorize errors (e.g., Cosmetic, Grammatical, Spelling).
• Validate emails using tools like Email on Acid or Litmus for content verification only.

About you

• Minimum 2-3 years of relevant email marketing experience.
• Preference for candidates with medical, pharmaceutical, or other highly regulated sector backgrounds.
• Aligns with Greenpark's core values: openness, respect, innovation, teamwork.

We value diverse backgrounds and are committed to inclusivity and respect for all individuals.

Required Experience: Manager

Key Skills

Proofreading, Adobe Acrobat, Layout Design, Microsoft Word, Windows, Chicago Manual of Style, Copy Editing, AP Style, Transcription, Translation, Copywriting, Writing Skills

Employment Type: Contract

Experience: 2-3 years

Vacancy: 1