Copy Editor & Content Writer (B2B SaaS) - A131 at Pearl

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Copy Editing, Content Writing, SEO, B2B, SaaS, Attention to Detail, Grammar, Brand Voice, Content Operations, Project Management, AI Tools, Research, Feedback, Organization, Content Strategy, Analytics

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Work Arrangement: Fully Remote Job Type: Independent Contractor, Full-time Work Schedule: US time zone coverage required Locations: LATAM: Mexico City (Mexico), Bogotá (Colombia), São Paulo (Brazil), Buenos Aires (Argentina), New Delhi (India), Islamabad (Pakistan) About Pearl Talent Pearl works with the top 1% of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund. They’re looking for the sharpest, hungriest candidates who they can consistently promote and work with over many years. Candidates we’ve hired have been flown out to the US and EU to work with their clients, and even promoted to roles that match folks onshore in the US. Hear why we exist, what we believe in, and who we’re building for: WATCH HERE Why Work with Us? At Pearl, we’re not just another recruiting firm—we connect you with exceptional opportunities to work alongside visionary US and EU founders. Our focus is on placing you in roles where you can grow, be challenged, and build long-term, meaningful careers. Role Overview As the Copy Editor (70%) / Writer (30%), you will elevate the quality and clarity of SEO-driven content across multiple B2B and tech brands. You will review, edit, and refine drafts generated by writers and AI tools, ensuring accuracy, tone consistency, and strong alignment with SEO strategy. Additionally, you will craft original content including SEO articles, landing pages, lead magnets, and product explainers. This role is ideal for someone who is equal parts meticulous editor and skilled writer — someone who thrives in refining voice, enforcing consistency, and producing genuinely informative content that stands out online. Your Impact: Your work will uphold and elevate the editorial standard across all published materials, ensuring content is accurate, structured, SEO-aligned, and compelling. By implementing quality control processes, refining voice guidelines, and delivering clean copy, you will help clients scale high-quality content systems that drive organic traffic and strong user engagement. Your efforts will directly improve content performance, reduce revision cycles, and strengthen brand consistency across all content outputs. Core Responsibilities1. Writing & Editing (Primary — 70% Editing, 30% Writing) Edit drafts from writers and AI tools for tone, clarity, accuracy, structure, and consistency. Write original SEO articles, landing pages, product explainers, and lead magnets. Maintain, enforce, and evolve brand voice guidelines across multiple clients. Ensure content meets high editorial standards and is informative, engaging, and aligned with SEO best practices. 2. SEO Alignment & Quality Control Align writing with keyword strategy, SERP intent, topical depth, and internal linking plans. Apply SEO best practices consistently across all content. Use AI tools responsibly, understanding when automation is useful and when editorial judgment must prevail. 3. Content Operations & Workflow Keep production pipelines organized across multiple content calendars. Support research, briefing, editing, and final publishing for various content types. Maintain reliability and consistency within editorial and SEO systems. Must-Haves (Required) 2-4 years of writing or editing experience, ideally for B2B, SaaS, marketing, or tech audiences. Strong understanding of SEO fundamentals (intent, structure, optimization). Experience with SEO tools (Ahrefs, SEMrush, SurferSEO, or similar). Exceptional grammar and detail orientation; strong editorial judgment. Ability to refine tone and adapt to multiple brand voices. Experience giving constructive feedback to writers. Highly organized, process-driven, and comfortable working within templates and systems. Curiosity and good judgment regarding the role of AI in content production. Nice-to-Haves (Preferred) Experience in content operations or content management systems. Familiarity with B2B product positioning or UX writing. Background working directly with SEO strategists or content agencies. Tools Proficiency Required: SEO Tools: Ahrefs, SEMrush, SurferSEO (strong working proficiency) Content Editing Tools: Grammarly, Google Docs, Hemingway or equivalent CMS Experience: WordPress (comfortable formatting, editing, and publishing) AI Writing Tools: Ability to use tools like ChatGPT, Jasper, or Claude with strong editorial judgment Workflow & Project Tools: Notion, ClickUp, Trello, or similar project management tools Analytics Tools (Basic): Google Search Console (fundamentals), basic understanding of Google Analytics Ability to manage structured editorial systems, templates, and checklists Preferred: Experience with Clearscope or MarketMuse Familiarity with Webflow or additional CMS platforms Advanced understanding of Google Analytics Experience using content automation or AI-assisted SEO tools Exposure to B2B product marketing, SaaS editorial systems, or technical content workflows Ability to build or optimize editorial SOPs and quality frameworks Competitive Salary: Based on experience and skills Remote Work: Fully remote—work from anywhere Performance Bonus: Based on data accuracy, reporting timeliness, and overall sales efficiency Team Incentives: Recognition for maintaining 100% CRM hygiene and on-time reporting Generous PTO: In accordance with company policy Health Coverage for PH-based talents: HMO coverage after 3 months for full-time employees Direct Mentorship: Guidance from international industry experts Learning & Development: Ongoing access to resources for professional growth Global Networking: Connect with professionals worldwide Our Recruitment Process Application Screening Skills Assessment Top-grading Interview Client Interview Job Offer Client Onboarding Ready to Join Us? If this role aligns with your skills and goals, apply now to take the next step in your journey with Pearl.

Responsibilities

The role involves editing drafts for tone, clarity, and SEO alignment, as well as writing original content such as articles and landing pages. You will also maintain brand voice guidelines and ensure high editorial standards across all content.