Content Writer

Retina is a multi-award-winning global advertising, marketing communications and technology services company - and both 2020 ANA B2B Agency of the Year and The Drum's 2020 Martech Agency of the Year. We provide expertise to global Fortune 500 clients in the areas of strategy, creative and content, and go-to-market/media. Our aim is to enable our clients, empower our teams, and always push boundaries.

**We’re seeking an instinctive, articulate Content Writer to join our rapidly growing global team. **You’ll have a passion for language and come with outstanding editorial writing capabilities, able to create clear, concise and engaging communications and marketing materials that embody and empower the voice of our international clients.

**Who we’re looking for**
- You are a team player and fierce collaborator who can also work independently
- You are proactive and self-directed
- You maintain a high awareness of industry issues and trends
- You are equally adept with short
- and long-form copy
- You have the agility and flexibility to write everything from eBooks and white papers to blog posts and podcasts to articles and educational digital experiences
- You have and easy-going personality and positive approach to work
- You have a natural passion for writing
- You can provide effective messaging with either precise instruction or creative freedom
**What you’ll be doing**:

- Translating big creative ideas that cross channels, audiences and buyer stages into content that compels customers and prospects to take action
- Working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Helping to create and manage content marketing strategies - from the brand to individual campaign level
- Managing the creation of written thought leadership, marketing materials (including web and landing pages) and sales enablement content
- Consistently delivering viable breakthrough editorial/technical content
- Providing/presenting/collaborating on content strategy with colleagues
- Conceiving, researching and executing content initiatives
- Editing and proofreading long
- and short-form copy, supporting junior team members with feedback
- Presenting work internally and to clients
- Successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, international environment
- Demonstrating extreme attention to detail and process, even as project demands evolve
- Taking ownership of projects and ensuring they meet agreed deadlines, and always to a market-leading standard

**Qualifications**:

- At least 2-4 years of content writing and/or content strategy experience (online and traditional) in an agency, in-house or journalistic setting
- Fluency in Microsoft Office/Apple software (Word, PowerPoint, Keynote)
- Experience in SEO strategy and tactics, including using Google Analytics and other tools
- University degree (undergraduate level or equivalent) in Communications, design or another creatively/culturally interesting field OR equivalent work experience
- Real-world experience in a journalistic, creative or marketing related field. Experience in banking, fintech, or life sciences is a plus.
- Experience working in B2B or business marketing in complex categories
- A well-rounded portfolio that reflects innovative, original copy and first-rate editorial skills
- Outstanding communication skills - both written and verbal
- Strong attention to detail, proofreading and process
**Perks and Benefits**
This is an exciting opportunity for anybody looking to advance their career as a Content Writer, and do so in a fast-paced, hands-on environment of high standards and equally high appreciation for your work. It’s a full-time position - currently on a work-from-home basis - with a competitive salary and paid vacation. You’ll benefit from a flexible schedule and the chance to collaborate with international colleagues and even visit our international offices. You’ll also be assigned to industry-leading and innovative companies, as well helping an award-winning agency realize its lofty ambitions.