About The Role Copywriter Location: Hybrid role with regular visits to the London office (flexible, to be agreed on offer) Salary: £, to £, per annum(plus ILW, if applicable) Hours: per week Contract: Fixed term contract ( Months)
We’re looking for a brilliant creative copywriter to join our in-house content team. Do you have a genuine passion for working on a range of content that hooks different audiences, inspires action, and gets people excited about our mission? Do you want to use your love of words for a good cause? If this sounds like you, please read on…
A day in the life of a Copywriter will involve:
The role is an exciting and varied one. You’ll be creating and editing compelling, impactful, and accurate copy for a range of audiences across different formats. Your work will focus primarily on our social channels, digital marketing, and email copy, but you’ll be comfortable working across print if needed, too. You’ll ensure that all messaging is in line with our brand, tone of voice and house style, and shares stories in an ethical and inclusive way.
Reporting to the managing copywriter, you’ll join our talented and friendly in-house creative content team. We’re made up of fellow copywriters, designers, film and photo producers, story gatherers, and production pros. We each take great pride in the content we create, and work closely across our respective disciplines to get there.
Collaboration is key to get the job done. Every day, you’ll be working closely with teams across the organisation to deliver engaging and impactful copy. This could be with our digital and social media teams, our fundraising team, and many others. You’ll build and maintain strong working relationships, respond to creative briefs, and deliver strong content that meets business objectives.
Ultimately, everything you write will bring audiences closer to the British Red Cross. Whether that’s raising money, spreading awareness, sharing powerful stories, advocating for change, or reaching someone who needs our help. Can you harness your creativity and talent to be a voice for people in crisis? If so, then we’d love to hear from you!
To be a successful Copywriter, you’ll need:
1. A brilliant writer, who is enthusiastic about creating engaging copy.
2. A social media and digital marketing whizz.
3. A creative-brainstorm-lover, who isn’t afraid to bring fresh ideas to the table.
4. A proactive and resourceful hard worker, who can prioritise effectively.
5. An excellent communicator who can collaborate directly with stakeholders, action feedback, and come up with creative solutions to get the best possible outcome.
6. A positive attitude, with a genuine passion to use their words to make a difference.
7. Ideally, previous experience of digital copywriting, either in-house or agency, ideally gained through working with NGO or non-profit clients.
Interested? Closing date for completed applications is :hrs on Thursday th August with interviews to follow soon after.
In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:
8. Holidays: days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy extra days.
9. Pension scheme: Up to % contributory pension.
10. Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
11. Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
12. Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
13. Wellbeing Support: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
14. Team Working: Support our mission in a collaborative team.
15. CycleWork: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
16. Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.
At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the support of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Young Staff Network.
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