Copywriter

Copywriter

Location: Manchester, UK (Hybrid)
Contract: 6-month fixed term employee contract initially, with a likelihood of extension

About DEPT®

DEPT® is a Growth Invention company dedicated to accelerating the growth of the world's most ambitious brands. Operating at the nexus of technology and marketing, our global team of over 4,000 specialists delivers growth invention services across Brand & Media, Experience, Commerce, CRM, and Technology & Data. We are a 50|50 tech and marketing company, partner-led, and committed to being first to move. Our esteemed clientele includes industry giants like Google, Lufthansa, Meta, eBay, and OpenAI. DEPT® has proudly held B Corp and Climate Neutral certifications since 2021.

Job Purpose

As part of our Global Studios team, you will be instrumental in crafting emotive, conversion-focused ideas, products, and campaigns with speed and scale. Our expertise lies in creating hyper-personalized, digital communications designed to shift perceptions, cultivate new behaviors, and capture market share for our clients. In this Copywriter role, you will develop and refine onsite and CRM content for a varied range of brands, collaborating closely with key stakeholders to produce high-quality marketing copy. You will seamlessly adapt to different brand voices, project types, and evolving client needs, working under the guidance of Sr. Copywriters to uphold and enhance creative standards, processes, and guidelines for maximum quality and efficiency. This position demands a genuine passion for copywriting, exceptional creative agility, and a forward-thinking mindset eager to leverage technical and digital innovations for superior storytelling.

What You'll Do:

• Create clear, effective, and original copy and content for various client CRM and onsite marketing channels.
• Iterate on copy changes rapidly and efficiently with guidance from Sr. Copywriters, adapting fluidly as project scopes evolve.
• Master and seamlessly switch between diverse client tones of voice and brand guidelines.
• Identify and articulate creative opportunities through competitor research, trend analysis, and emerging digital copywriting technologies.
• Collaborate with Designers and Creative Directors to push creative boundaries across various styles and formats.
• Contribute actively to team creative brainstorms and proactively champion innovative copy solutions.
• Provide proactive support to other Copywriters regionally and globally.

What You Bring:

• 2+ years of copywriting experience; agency or brand background preferred.
• Experience in e-commerce or transportation technology is a plus.
• Exposure to multi-channel digital copy and brand development; social media content and copywriting background preferred.
• Ability to produce flawless marketing content that drives results.
• Confidence in taking ownership of individual work with support from a Sr. Copywriter.
• Capacity to work at a fast pace on large marketing campaigns with numerous assets.
• An understanding of the critical importance of consistency across user journey touchpoints.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly and enthusiastically.
• A collaborative approach to task completion.
• A supportive and proactive attitude towards projects.

We Offer:

• A flexible, hybrid working policy (2 days in the office per week, depending on location).
• Comprehensive benefits including Pension, free private healthcare, mental health support, and a company sick pay scheme.
• 26 days of paid holiday, in addition to UK Bank Holidays.
• Assistance with commuting costs via a season ticket loan and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Enhanced family-friendly policies to support new parents.
• Vibrant social and cultural events with ample opportunities to connect with colleagues.
• Inspirational Talks featuring regular guest speakers and events.
• Continuous Learning and Development opportunities to support your career growth.
• A Buddy Programme to assist you during your initial weeks at DEPT®.
• A company with a strong reputation for positive impact: Certified B Corp® since 2021 and recognized as 'Agency of the Year' at The Lovies and The Webby Awards.
• Opportunity to work with an impressive roster of clients across various industries.
• The chance to innovate and grow your skills through training, development, and certifications.

Why DEPT®?

We are a Growth Invention company driven to help the world's most ambitious brands achieve faster growth. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, we pioneer new ideas, act with speed, and push boundaries—standing still is not in our DNA. We seek individuals who remain curious, act with purpose, and never stop inventing. Our culture is built on three core values: better together, relentlessly curious, and get sh*t done. These values guide how we work, grow, and create impactful solutions. At DEPT®, you'll find the freedom to explore, the space to collaborate, and the trust to make a significant impact for our clients, colleagues, and the world.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

DEPT® is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We actively recruit, develop, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, bringing varied skills and perspectives. If you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply – research indicates that underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply when they feel they don't meet all criteria, yet they often possess the required skills. We believe in giving everyone a fair opportunity. We also welcome discussions about any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process and your time with us. Learn more about our DEI initiatives here.