Legal Templates is a leading US SaaS legal-tech company that provides clear and reliable legal solutions through innovative technology. We offer a user-friendly legal document builder, helping users create legally binding documents with step-by-step guidance and trustworthy resources, simplifying an often tedious, expensive, and complex legal process.
As an organization, we operate as a meritocracy, rewarding performance and initiative. You'll enjoy substantial autonomy and decision-making freedom, enabling you to contribute directly and make a meaningful impact. Join a team of like-minded professionals who are passionate about excellence and committed to being the best version of themselves.
Job PurposeAre you a talented content writer with a keen eye for detail, a passion for accuracy, and a drive to create compelling, high-performing content? Legal Templates is looking for a skilled writer with experience in keyword research who can craft content that informs, drives traffic, and converts. You will be expected to write at least four articles (1000 to 2000 words) per week in addition to smaller assignments, including editing and light refreshes.
Responsibilities
Under the guidance of the Content Marketing Manager, the ideal candidate will:
- Be proficient in our SEO and editorial guidelines: Quickly learn and apply our SEO best practices, editorial processes, and brand voice to create cohesive and compelling content.
- Nerd out on research: Perform thorough competitor, keyword, and legal research to create outlines for form pages and Resource articles. The best candidate will not just grin and bear it through researching, but will actually thrive in this part of content creation.
- Write and optimize content: Create new content and update existing pages, focusing on creating content that completely fulfills the user's intent and leads the user into the conversion funnel.
- Explain complex topics simply: Our content aims to explain complicated legalese in a way that the average individual can understand.
- Stay open to feedback: Be coachable, flexible, and eager to refine your craft based on input from editors and legal experts.
- Be willing to learn continuously: SEO is constantly changing, which means we have to stay on top of readings and learnings as Google and LLMs change the game.
- Format and publish content in WordPress: Input, format, QA, and publish content within WordPress.
- Respect the data and understand the user: Writing the best possible content means using tools like SEMRush, Ahrefs, and Google Search Console to get a clear picture of what content works for users and where we can improve.
- Be comfortable working with team members virtually. We are a global team that spans multiple time zones in North America and Europe. Depending on their time zone, team members might not be available for immediate feedback.
- Based in Canada or the USA (no visa sponsorship required)
- Degree in Communications, English, Marketing, or other related fields. Certificates in digital marketing are also sufficient.
- Experience as a content writer (at least 2 years) with a portfolio showcasing your writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
- Proven ability to create and optimize content for SEO, including keyword research, targeting, and metadata refinement.
- Solid understanding of WordPress and proficiency with Google Docs.
- Familiarity with SEMRush, Ahrefs, Ubersuggest, or other keyword research tools.
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Experience working with legal content or in the legal field is an asset
Benefits may vary depending on location and adjusted to local market benchmarks. Here’s what to expect:
- Full remote working with flexibility to set your own working schedule
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage for you and your dependents (provided by a leading carrier)
- Retirement planning with company 401(k) (US employee only)
- 15 days paid vacation, 5 days full paid sick leaves
- 11 federal holidays (US employee)
- Access to the learning & development program, including sponsorship for certifications & accreditations
- Company swag, seasonal gifts, and more…
At Legal Templates, we're dedicated to creating accurate, high-quality content that resonates with our audience while driving measurable results. If you're ready to bring your skills to a team focused on excellence and growth, we'd love to hear from you!
Send us your resume and a brief message explaining why you're the perfect fit!
Interview Process
- Screening Questions (Questionnaire)
- 45-min Virtual Interview With the Hiring Manager (Content Marketing & SEO Manager)
- 1.5-hour Take-home Technical Assessment (2 sections)
- Offer
Taroko is an equal opportunity employer. We pride ourselves on being a workplace committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We value hiring talent from different backgrounds and cultivating an environment that promotes diversity and mutual understanding. All qualified applicants will receive adequate consideration for employment regardless of age, sex, race, color, religion, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, pregnancy, marital status, disability, or veteran status.
Every job application you submit will be kept on file for the consideration of future vacancies, and you have the right to ask to have your information removed from our database.
