Digital Copywriter

Hi there Apply fast, check the full description by scrolling below to find out the full requirements for this role. If you’re a talented Digital Copywriter and want to join a sector-leading agency working with financial advisers and planners, we\’d love to hear from you! We don’t mean to be boring, but we will only consider applications that include a CV, a covering letter, and examples of your writing. Scroll to the bottom for more information. On any given day, you will: Run website discovery meetings with our clients Liaise with new clients – from the conception of their website to completion Write stellar web copy – that empathises and engages with visitors to their website Tailor your content and style of writing to the target audience – you\’re not writing for our client; you\’re writing for theirs Brief our web development team on the project, ensuring design and development seamlessly complement your copy Help us become the go-to marketing agency specialising in financial services This is a varied and interesting role. You will play a crucial part in developing new digital content for our clients. A fast-growing, busy and social team We’re a marketing agency that specialises in the financial services sector. In fact, based on Google reviews, we’re the highest-rated agency in that sector. We service the marketing needs of financial advisers, planners, networks, investment houses and product providers. Niche, isn’t it? That’s a great thing because it means we inherently know who we work with and their typical needs. We’ve grown rapidly since our head honcho, Phil Bray, started the business in 2017, and to continue that growth, we need to add more talent to the team. If you’re a talented copywriter, we want to hear from you. Still interested? Excellent. We’re seeking someone with an enthusiastic attitude and a passion for web copy. You will be expected to deliver projects on time and to the highest quality. We want someone who isn’t afraid of being held to high standards. As Steve Jobs said: “Be a yardstick of quality. Some people aren’t used to an environment where excellence is expected.” Now you know how we got our name! If you’re the person we’re looking for, we need you to be able to demonstrate: Proficiency in writing engaging web content (please include examples of your work with your application. If you don’t include a portfolio, we won’t be able to consider you, and we don’t want that) Strong listening skills so that you can understand what the client wants and effectively develop the project brief That you can offer and accept constructive feedback to constantly improve the quality of your work Being organised – having the ability to manage multiple projects, often to strict deadlines Being happy to challenge clients if they suggest ideas and options we know won’t work A grasp of all things personal finance (or at least a willingness to learn) The ability to work independently and flexibly Excellent communication skills are essential A keen eye for detail and consistency. An excellent salary and benefits If you’re the right person, you will benefit from: A full-time position Flexible working hours An innovative health cash plan Education reimbursement The salary your talents deserve A generous holiday entitlement (including your birthday off as a bonus) A pension scheme from day one (as you would expect, we believe in retirement planning!) Access to our retained therapist (we know how important it is we all look after our mental health) A flexible office-based/from-home working arrangement (you can work anywhere in the UK!). Get in touch If you think you might be the person we need, please send your CV with: A covering letter or email telling us more about you and why you’re the right person for this role A portfolio of your previous work. Go on, go for it! At The Yardstick Agency, we promote diversity and inclusion not just in our recruitment processes, but everything we do. We’re an equal opportunity employer and we will continue to ensure our recruitment process is free of bias and our workplaces are inclusive, positive, free of discrimination, and respectful of all backgrounds and beliefs. Our culture is underpinned by our values, and all employees – current and future – are treated with respect and fairness. Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments made so we can give you the best experience. Please note that we are only able to accept applications from candidates based in the UK.