Life is too short to work for a boring company, so why don't you join us?We are looking for an organized, hands-on English Editor with at least 4 years of experience in a similar position, who has a keen eye for detail, understands how to optimize content, and possesses a critical-thinking mindset to transform average-looking articles into high-quality content promptly.The ideal candidate will be a native English speaker fluent in Spanish. Additional languages, especially Italian and/or Brazilian Portuguese, will be considered a plus.He/she must ultimately be a self-sufficient, fast-learner editor who enjoys professional challenges and understands what is needed and how it should be done.Reporting to the Edition Localization Team Lead, the candidate will be responsible for copyediting and proofreading SEO-based content related to a range of topics including travel/immigration policies and international affairs, among others, as well as managing and providing detailed feedback to our external writers and subject-matter experts.If you define yourself as a meticulous content editor with great planning/organizational skills and eager to become a key asset to our team, we are looking for you.ResponsibilitiesYou're our perfect candidate if you:Outsource, revise and occasionally optimize accurate, well-researched, and high-quality content in house style for our websites and blogsPrepare thoughtful and precise instructions before outsourcing our content piecesProvide constant and constructive feedback to our team of external collaboratorsEdit multiple feature-length, long-form articles per weekWork closely with other team members to support wider editorial needs on their projects (content optimization, proofreading, and/or editorial proposals)Actively seek areas of improvement and find effective ways to solve/fix current issuesAre punctual, organized, and professional in all aspects of the role (which ranges from implementing fact-checking best practices and accurate writing/editing techniques to having awareness of current competitors and delivering content in due time)Communicate with our Search Engine Optimization team to ensure content follows ever-evolving SEO best practicesHelp track and report the area's main initiatives, metrics, duties, and achievementsMeet the department's quality standards, deadlines, and budget requirementsOther edition tasks include:Performing content improvements and/or rewrites when necessaryCollaborating with our in-house Localization, Content, Outreach and SEO teams to make editorial proposals and define the common criteria and quality guidelines that must be considered during the editing/proofreading processesLeading the international search for new external writers, and/or collaborators/subject-matter experts using various tools, and managing their assessment, selection, and potential negotiationEffectively managing a budget linked to our content needsRequirementsYour expertise in a nutshell:4+ years of proven experience as a proofreader, copyeditor, and/or web content editorNative in English and fluent in SpanishA bachelor's degree, preferably in Journalism and/or CommunicationsWell-organized and with excellent time management skills, including prioritizing, scheduling, and adapting as necessary, especially for projects susceptible to strategic changesAble to respond to shifting priorities and demands based on organizational needsEnthusiastic and experienced in performing editorial duties (proofreading, copyediting, and providing constructive feedback to in-house and external writers)Keen to take a deep dive into editorial niches/long-tail content areasLove for the English language, paired with a passion for other languages and cultures, especially in researching trends, preferences, and market analysisAdept at improving content quality across languages, including unfamiliar onesStay current with trends in digital content, such as interactive videos, visual content, and data-driven articlesProficiency in understanding how Google ranks results and the Google search worksMonitor content performance and propose editorial improvements/optimizations based on key metrics (Search Console, Analytics, Ahrefs) to improve search engine positioning and attract organic trafficProven familiarity with SEO best practices (e.g. E-E-A-T and others)Online passionateComfortable working with AI technologies and curious about exploring new tools and processes involving artificial intelligenceBe open to feedback and constantly seek ways to improve content and its impactExcellent self-motivation, written/verbal communication, and people skillsTeam player with a collaborative spiritWilling to learn from others/other areas of expertiseA plus:Specific training in search engine optimization best practices, web authority, digital PR, social media, and/or digital marketing tools/skillsGood command of languages other than English and Spanish. Italian or Brazilian Portuguese will be highly valuedBenefitsSome of the perks of working with us:Competitive salaryFull-time, permanent contractPrivate health insurance25 days of holiday + your birthday offFlexible vacation time (no blackout days)Flextime (7 - 09.30h / 15:30 - 18h)Free Friday afternoons (a 7-hour workday!)35-hour week for the full month of August (free afternoons!)Flexibility to work from homeOther benefits paid from the gross salary (ticket restaurant, transport tickets, nursery tickets)Permanent internal training + Annual budget for external trainingTeam-building activitiesMonthly afterworkFree coffee and snacksFree fresh fruitGames room (Nintendo, table tennis, futbolín)Terrace at the officeAn innovative approach to all internal processes and businessesWork with the latest technologies + career progress opportunitiesEqual Employment Opportunity Employer:Leadtech is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer, which means we encourage applications from people with different backgrounds, interests, and personal circumstances. Our team welcomes applicants regardless of their race, gender, age, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, and/or disabilities. All we need is your high energy, skills, and willingness to be part of a great project!Hiring process:First step: 15-minute phone interview to get to know youSecond step: Brief skill assessment test to learn more about your experience/skillsThird step: Online interview with HR and your future manager to talk about the position and how we approach workFourth step: HR's timely response regarding the status of your application and/or a second interview/assessmentSounds good? Apply now! We're looking forward to meeting you.Location: You'll have the flexibility to choose whether you'd like to come to the office every day, from time to time, or work fully remote. We want you to find the best combination for you. If you prefer to be surrounded with amazing people, our exceptional office is in Barcelona's Blue Building, located right on the city's seafront. Besides our stunning views, you'll enjoy our office perks such as free fruit, snacks, and coffee and you'll also be able to take part in our Mario Kart and table tennis competitions.#J-18808-Ljbffr
