Content Copywriter SEO

Manchester, UK (Hybrid)

£40K/yr – £46K/yrMid Level4+ years expFreelance

Posted 16 hrs ago

Job Summary

Own the creation and optimization of SEO-focused finance content from briefs to performance reviews, collaborating with SEO, Compliance and Marketing teams to improve organic traffic, conversions and adherence to FCA rules.

  • Develop briefs from keyword research and search intent analysis.
  • Align content with E-E-A-T and regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor performance with GSC/Analytics and iterate.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Create high-quality, SEO-focused content across guides, articles, landing pages, FAQs, explainers and comparison pages.
  • Produce clear, engaging and customer-focused content covering topics such as car finance, credit, affordability, APR, PCP, HP and refinancing.
  • Develop content that is optimised for traditional search engines and emerging AI-driven search features, including Google AI Overviews.
  • Write and optimise on-page SEO elements including title tags, meta descriptions, headings, internal links, image alt text and FAQs.
  • Ensure all content is accurate, informative, easy to understand and aligned with our brand tone of voice.
  • Work closely with our external SEO agency and internal teams to develop and deliver an effective content strategy.
  • Create detailed content briefs using keyword research, search intent analysis and competitor insights.
  • Identify content gaps and opportunities to improve organic search performance.
  • Support the planning and management of the content calendar to ensure consistent, high-quality output.
  • Use SEO tools and performance data to inform content decisions and identify opportunities for growth.

Requirements

  • At least 4 years' experience writing SEO-focused content, either in-house or within an agency environment.
  • A strong portfolio of published content demonstrating successful SEO performance.
  • Excellent understanding of keyword research, search intent, on-page SEO and content optimisation.
  • Proven ability to simplify complex or technical subjects into clear, engaging and accessible content.
  • Experience using SEO tools such as Ahrefs, Semrush, Google Search Console and Google Analytics or similar platforms.
  • Exceptional written English, with excellent editing, proofreading and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple content projects and consistently deliver high-quality work to deadlines.
  • Experience working collaboratively with subject matter experts, legal teams or compliance reviewers.
  • Strong understanding of Google's E-E-A-T principles and the importance of producing helpful, trustworthy content.
  • A proactive and organised approach, with the confidence to take ownership of projects and work independently.

Preferred

  • Experience creating content within UK financial services, particularly consumer credit, car finance, lending or personal finance.
  • Knowledge of FCA financial promotion regulations, including CONC 3 and the Consumer Duty.
  • Experience developing SEO content briefs and working with external agencies or freelance writers.
  • Understanding of optimising content for AI-driven search, including Google AI Overviews and LLM-generated results.
  • Experience using content management systems such as dotCMS or similar platforms.
  • Basic HTML knowledge for content formatting, internal linking and structured data.
  • Experience using generative AI tools responsibly to support research, drafting and content optimisation.
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, commercially focused environment where content performance is measured against business outcomes.

Benefits

  • Hybrid working – 1–2 days per week from home.
  • Subsidised onsite parking.
  • Free fruit, barista bar and juice bar.
  • Onsite gym.
  • Free transport to and from Piccadilly.
  • Birthday off!
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave pay.
  • Time off from day one for fertility appointments.
  • Discount club.
  • Healthcare Cash Plan.
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Car Finance 247

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Car Finance 247 is a fast-paced, fast-growing business founded by two brothers - and our team feels like family. We’re passionate about what we do and proud to be the UK’s leading online car finance platform. Together, we push boundaries, try new things and test the limits, but we know we’ll have each other’s backs no matter what.Our Manchester office is a vibrant, creative, and exhilarating place to work. And it’s not all hard slog, we know how to let loose and have fun together too, whether it’s competing in our office pool tournaments, running a 5K for charity, or throwing shapes on the dancefloor at our annual Awards ceremony.We’re always on the lookout for bright, ambitious, innovative and passionate people to join us. In return, we offer competitive salaries, monthly incentives, a UK healthcare cashplan, charity days, company socials, on-site parking, and a bonus day off for your birthday! If you have the drive to get to the top, we’ll support you every step of the way.Up for the challenge? Come and join Team 247 today!

Founded in 2006
Levenshulme, England, GBR
377 employees (8 in marketing)
1% recommend to a friend
1% CEO approval

Salaries

Posted range

£40K/yr – £46K/yr

Taken straight from the job posting.

Copywriting median pay in the United Kingdom

£40K/yr

Most earn £33K to £44K. Based on 23 salaries, including bonus and equity.

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Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
8 (2% of company)
Median Tenure
5.4 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
1

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
694.8K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$13K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
29.1%
Direct
40%
Referral
6.6%
Social
1.4%
Paid
6.3%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~377

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