Location: SOMERSET WEST, SOUTH AFRICA
Employment Type: FULL TIME, HYBRID
About Le Creuset
At Le Creuset, every dish begins with a story - and every story begins with people. Since 1925, we’ve brought generations together around the table, transforming everyday meals into cherished memories. Our legacy is built on colour, craft, and a deep passion for innovation - shaped as much by our iconic products as by the people who bring them to life. We’re not just creating cookware; we’re creating moments that last a lifetime. If you’re inspired by heritage, driven by creativity, and ready to shape the future of the kitchen, we’d love to welcome you into our story.
The Recipe for Success: Role Summary
The main purpose of the Senior Copywriter role is to create on-brand, persuasive written content for various marketing and advertising materials. The Senior Copywriter is responsible for ensuring the high-quality output of copy for Content Studio purposes and contributing to the overall brand messaging. This successful candidate should be highly organised with a meticulous attention to detail. Note that this is a 6-month Fixed-Term Contract role.
Ingredients: Key Responsibilities
Campaign Messaging and Copy Development
Develop campaign messaging, creative rationales and copy for product launches, seasonal campaigns, promotions and ongoing brand activity.
Interpret briefs and translate campaign concepts and objectives into clear, engaging and audience-appropriate copy.
Develop product and collection storytelling that communicates key features, benefits and brand value.
Ensure messaging and tone of voice remain consistent across campaigns and customer touchpoints.
Refine and strengthen existing copy to improve clarity, relevance, engagement and effectiveness.
Multi-Channel Content Creation
Write and adapt copy for digital, ecommerce, retail, print, PR and corporate communications.
Develop content for websites, product pages, landing pages, email campaigns, paid media, social media and digital advertising.
Create copy for video scripts, reels, captions, banners, infographics, recipes and recipe cards.
Develop copy for retail and print assets, including point-of-sale materials, brochures, posters, packaging, signage, advertisements and in-store campaigns.
Produce brand and corporate content, including press releases, presentations, reports, training materials and internal communications.
International Adaptation and Localisation
Adapt global campaign messaging and content for regional markets while maintaining the integrity of the brand and core campaign idea.
Ensure copy reflects local terminology, cultural context, product availability, measurements and market requirements.
Prepare copy for translation and collaborate with regional teams to address local content needs.
Maintain consistency across global and local communications while making appropriate market-specific adaptations.
Editing, Proofreading and Quality Control
Edit and proofread copy to ensure accuracy, clarity, grammar, spelling, tone of voice and consistency.
Review copy within designed artwork and final assets to ensure content is complete, accurate and aligned with the brief.
Check product information, claims, measurements and other content details.
Incorporate feedback and manage copy amendments throughout review and approval processes.
Identify content gaps, inconsistencies and errors, taking responsibility for resolving these before final delivery.
Maintain high standards of quality across all Global Content Studio copy deliverables.
Collaboration and Project Delivery
Work closely with marketing, brand, ecommerce, PR, design, creative and regional teams to deliver effective communications.
Clarify briefs, confirm requirements and identify missing information before or during copy development.
Manage multiple projects, feedback rounds and competing deadlines while maintaining quality and attention to detail.
Take ownership of copy deliverables from initial development through to final review.
Provide copywriting and editorial support across a variety of projects and Content Studio requirements.
Digital Content and Optimisation
Apply digital content best practices when developing copy for websites, ecommerce platforms and online campaigns.
Incorporate SEO requirements, including relevant keywords, product content, page copy and metadata, where applicable.
Ensure content is clear, engaging, audience-focused and appropriate to the platform and customer journey.
Keep up to date with copywriting, content, digital and communication best practices relevant to the role.
The Perfect Blend:
What We’re Looking For
Relevant qualification in Copywriting, English, Journalism, Marketing, Communications or a related field.
Demonstrable copywriting experience across a range of marketing and communication channels.
Experience working with brand guidelines, creative briefs, feedback processes and multiple stakeholders.
Experience in ecommerce, product marketing, retail or international brand communications would be advantageous.
Microsoft Office applications.
Proofreading and editing tools.
Task and project management platforms
SEO and digital content tools.
AI-assisted writing tools, where appropriate and in line with brand and business guidelines.
Relevant digital platforms and content management systems.
Why Join Our Table?
At Le Creuset, you will find your seat at our table, which is as colourful as our cookware and rich in history. Our table is grounded in our values: Passion, Integrity, Excellence, Innovation and Teamwork.
Every talent will add flavor. Every idea brings colour. And every day is a chance to create something that lasts. With the passion you bring, you become part of a timeless legacy, one that brings people together around food, stories, and meaningful shared moments.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, race, ethnic or national origin. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential.