Remote Content Marketing Manager

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible schedule

Professional development budget

Cutting-edge marketing tools

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Content Marketing Manager to lead the content strategy and execution from any location. You will craft narratives across blogs, whitepapers, case studies, social media, and video to support brand awareness and lead generation.

The role requires strong storytelling, SEO expertise, and proven remote team leadership, with a track record of managing the full content lifecycle from ideation to distribution and performance analysis.

Qualifications

• Proven experience creating and executing content strategies that drive engagement and leads.
• Excellent writing and editing across blog posts, whitepapers, case studies, and social content.
• Strong understanding of SEO practices and content optimization for organic search.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive content marketing strategy aligned with business goals.
• Oversee creation of content formats including blogs, whitepapers, case studies, social posts, videos, and infographics.
• Manage editorial calendar and ensure timely publication across platforms.
• Optimize content for SEO and user engagement to maximize reach and impact.
• Collaborate with freelancers and agencies to produce high-quality content.
• Analyze content performance metrics and use insights to refine strategy.

Skills

Content strategy

Storytelling

SEO

Remote leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Marketing

Tools

CMS platforms

SEO tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and creative Remote Content Marketing Manager to lead content strategy and execution from anywhere in the world. This role is pivotal in developing compelling narratives and high-quality content that resonates with our target audience, drives brand awareness, and supports lead generation efforts. You will be responsible for managing the entire content lifecycle, from ideation and creation to distribution and performance analysis, working within a fully remote, globally distributed team. The ideal candidate is a masterful storyteller, a strategic thinker, and possesses excellent leadership skills to guide content initiatives and inspire collaboration across virtual teams, contributing to our client's innovative marketing vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive content marketing strategy aligned with business goals and target audience needs.


• Oversee the creation of diverse content formats, including blog posts, whitepapers, case studies, social media updates, videos, and infographics.


• Manage the editorial calendar, ensuring timely and consistent publication of high-quality content across all relevant platforms.


• Optimize content for search engines (SEO) and user engagement to maximize reach and impact.


• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external freelancers, and agencies to produce engaging and informative content.


• Analyze content performance metrics, track key indicators, and use insights to refine strategy and improve results.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Content Marketing Manager , Content Strategist, or similar role, with a strong portfolio of published work.


• Demonstrated success in developing and executing content strategies that drive measurable results.


• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with a deep understanding of various content formats and channels.


• Proficiency in SEO best practices and content optimization techniques.


• Experience managing remote teams and utilizing collaboration tools effectively.


• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or a related field.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.


• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.


• Generous budget for professional development and continuous learning opportunities.


• Access to cutting-edge marketing tools and technologies.


• A supportive and inclusive virtual team culture that values creativity and innovation.