Senior SEO Content Manager

at Pavago
  • Remote - South Africa

Remote

Marketing

Senior

Job description

Senior Content Manager Location: Remote | Full-Time | Contract | US Hours

About the Role

We’re looking for a strategic and creative Senior Content Manager for our client, to own and lead our content efforts across platforms. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on building compelling brand stories, driving engagement through SEO-optimized content, and leading a high-performing team of writers and content creators. You’ll collaborate closely with marketing, design, and strategy teams to create campaigns that inform, engage, and convert.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive content strategy aligned with business objectives.
  • Lead, mentor, and manage a team of content creators to maintain consistent quality and brand voice.
  • Oversee email marketing campaigns, including content creation, segmentation, A/B testing, and performance optimization.
  • Drive SEO content efforts, conduct keyword research, and monitor performance via tools like SEMrush and Google Search Console.
  • Work closely with design and marketing teams to deliver high-impact landing pages, ads, and social media content.
  • Track and analyse content performance, adjusting strategy based on data.
  • Ensure smooth content workflow and operations, optimizing processes for efficiency.

Requirements

  • 5+ years in content management, content strategy, or digital marketing.
  • Proven leadership experience in managing content teams and marketing campaigns.
  • Strong grasp of SEO, copywriting, email marketing, and analytics.
  • Hands-on experience with tools like Mailchimp, Braze, WordPress, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Asana, Trello, and Toggl.
  • Excellent communication and project management skills.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Media Sciences, Communications, Marketing, or related field.

Why You Should Be a Perfect Fit

  • You blend strategy with creativity, and love crafting content that drives real results.
  • You’re data-savvy and continuously optimize for performance.
  • You have a passion for team leadership, mentoring, and collaboration.
  • You care about storytelling, voice, and building brand consistency across platforms.
  • You thrive in a fast-paced, remote-first environment and take ownership of your work.

What Does Your Day Look Like

  • Leading morning check-ins with your content team.
  • Reviewing and editing SEO-optimized blogs and campaign copy.
  • Collaborating with the design team on social and ad creatives.
  • Running A/B tests on email subject lines and CTAs.
  • Reporting on content performance and making data-driven strategy tweaks.
  • Brainstorming with marketing leadership on next month’s content calendar.

Interview Process

  1. Initial Screening – Quick chat to align on goals and expectations.
  2. Zoom Interview with Pavago – Initial interview with Pavago’s team.
  3. Client Interview – Deeper dive into leadership, process management, and collaboration.
  4. Offer & Onboarding – Get the offer and start working with the US company.

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Ready to lead, create, and inspire through impactful content? Apply now.

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