Senior Content Strategist (Remote)

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonuses

Remote work flexibility

Cutting-edge content tools

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Senior Content Strategist to lead content initiatives in a fully remote capacity. You will shape the company's content vision, define content frameworks, and ensure alignment with marketing objectives and brand voice to drive audience value and business results.

You will guide content creation, management, and distribution across platforms, collaborating with subject matter experts, designers, and marketing teams to deliver engaging and effective content at

Qualifications

• Masterds degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in content strategy or related roles with a proven track record.
• Deep understanding of SEO, distribution channels, and audience engagement strategies.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills with ability to develop clear narratives.
• Experience with content management systems (CMS), analytics tools, and project management software.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical skills, and ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own the overarching content strategy, defining key themes, target audiences, and content pillars.
• Create and maintain comprehensive content calendars aligned with marketing campaigns and business priorities.
• Oversee the creation of high-quality content across formats (blogs, whitepapers, case studies, web copy, social content).
• Establish content governance policies and workflows to ensure brand consistency and quality.
• Analyze content performance metrics and use data insights to refine strategy and optimize for SEO and user engagement.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, designers, and marketing teams to produce compelling content.

Skills

SEO

Analytics

CMS

Content strategy

Team leadership

Copywriting

Project management

Education

Master27s degree in Marketing/Communications/Journ61lism

Tools

Google Analytics

SEO tools (Ahrefs/SEMrush)

WordPress/Drupal CMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Senior Content Strategist to lead content initiatives in a fully remote capacity. This role is critical in shaping the company's content vision, defining content frameworks, and ensuring that all content aligns with marketing objectives and brand voice. You will guide content creation, management, and distribution across all platforms, focusing on delivering value to our audience and achieving business goals. This is a senior-level position for an experienced strategist looking to drive impactful content programs from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and own the overarching content strategy, defining key themes, target audiences, and content pillars.
• Create and maintain comprehensive content calendars, ensuring alignment with marketing campaigns and business priorities.
• Oversee the creation of high-quality content across various formats (e.g., blog posts, whitepapers, case studies, web copy, social media content).
• Establish content governance policies and workflows to ensure brand consistency, quality, and accuracy.
• Analyze content performance metrics and use data insights to refine strategy and optimize content for SEO and user engagement.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, designers, and marketing teams to produce compelling and effective content.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in content strategy, content marketing, or related roles, with a proven track record of success.
• Deep understanding of SEO, content distribution channels, and audience engagement strategies.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to develop clear and compelling narratives.
• Experience with content management systems (CMS), analytics tools, and project management software.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical skills, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary with comprehensive benefits and performance bonuses.
• The ultimate flexibility of a fully remote position , allowing you to work from your preferred location.
• Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies for content strategy and management.
• Opportunities for professional growth, including conference attendance and advanced training.
• A collaborative culture that values innovation, creativity, and strategic impact.