Remote Content Marketing Manager

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/fully remote

Competitive salary

Annual bonuses

Health, dental & vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and results-driven Remote Content Marketing Manager to lead our client's content strategy across digital platforms. You will manage content lifecycle from ideation to distribution, optimize for SEO, supervise writers, and analyze performance to boost brand awareness and lead generation.

This fully remote role offers work-life balance, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism, or related field.
• 4+ years in content marketing, copywriting, or digital marketing.
• Proven ability to develop and execute content strategies that deliver measurable results.
• Strong understanding of SEO, CMS, and analytics tools.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling with strong attention to detail.
• Experience managing freelance writers or content teams is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive content marketing strategy aligned with business goals.
• Oversee creation of blog posts, articles, whitepapers, case studies, and social updates.
• Manage the editorial calendar for timely multi-channel delivery.
• Optimize content for search engines to boost organic visibility and traffic.
• Analyze content performance metrics and refine strategies accordingly.
• Collaborate with design, marketing, and product teams for brand consistency.

Skills

Content marketing

SEO

CMS

Analytics

Copywriting

Storytelling

Editorial planning

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Google Analytics

CMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and results-oriented Remote Content Marketing Manager to spearhead their content strategy across all digital platforms. This role is vital for driving brand awareness, lead generation, and audience engagement through compelling and valuable content. You will be responsible for overseeing the entire content lifecycle, from ideation and creation to distribution and performance analysis. The ideal candidate is a masterful storyteller, a strategic thinker, and an expert in SEO, social media, and content analytics, passionate about creating content that educates, engages, and converts.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive content marketing strategy aligned with business goals.
• Oversee the creation of high-quality content, including blog posts, articles, whitepapers, case studies, and social media updates.
• Manage the editorial calendar, ensuring timely delivery of content across multiple channels.
• Optimize content for search engines (SEO) to increase organic visibility and traffic.
• Analyze content performance metrics and use insights to refine strategies and improve engagement.
• Collaborate with design, marketing, and product teams to ensure brand consistency and campaign integration.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in content marketing, copywriting, or digital marketing roles.
• Proven ability to develop and execute successful content strategies that drive measurable results.
• Strong understanding of SEO best practices, content management systems (CMS), and analytics tools.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Experience managing freelance writers or content teams is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Fully remote position offering excellent work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Access to online learning platforms and opportunities for professional development.