Junior Copywriter
Sigma Sport Head Office, Esher, Surrey
We live and breathe road cycling and triathlon and we want our years of experience and knowledge reflected on our website. The ideal candidate will have experience working with various types of content including digital, social and print. You will work within our busy digital content team and be based at our head office in Esher, Surrey. This exciting opportunity is where you can connect your career with your passions.
About the job
- Work within our team of editors writing unique and engaging content
- Manage large copy loads with varying deadlines and publication dates
- The ability to research and test products and produce engaging and informative written content for products on our website, helping the customer make an informed decision
- Collaborate with different departments to develop story ideas and editorial calendars that meet our needs
- Calmly and diligently juggle multiple results-oriented initiatives under tight deadlines
- Attend department meetings as required
About you
- Live and breathe road cycling and a tech junkie
- Excellent editing skills, including a particular attention to detail and accuracy
- Familiarity with web publishing using a content management system
- Strong ability to work under pressure, work independently, and manage multiple projects
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organisational skills and problem-solving capabilities
- Commitment to the organisation’s mission and goals
Desirable
- Experience with HTML
- Experience with Photoshop
- Proficiency in SEO best practices
The above list is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the role.
Reasons to work for Sigma Sport
- Independent Retailer of the Year 2012 and Best In Store Experience 2014
- Excellent staff discount scheme on everything we stock
- Full training and support throughout your career
- A true specialist with over 24 years trading experience
Hours
8:30am – 5:30pm Monday to Friday with opportunity for paid overtime during peak seasons.
Holiday
28 days holiday including bank holidays.
If you would like to be part of a highly successful bicycle business, working in a busy and friendly environment, then please send your CV with a covering letter to nik.hill@sigmasport.co.uk
