Deals Researcher and Writer 12 month fixed term contract

Deals Researcher and Writer - 12-month Fixed Term Contract

ABOUT US

Every day we push beyond expectations to help millions of people save money at a time when its never mattered more. Through MoneySuperMarket MoneySavingExpert Quidco and our B2B partnerships we supply products to more than 24 million unique monthly visitors helping UK households to save billions of pounds a year. Can you tell this is something were exceptionally proud of!

Creative collaborative ambitious its hard work. But what makes it worth it Leaving work knowing weve made a difference to our customers users and to each other.

Put our distinct brands together with our dedicated colleagues and youve got a workplace with lots of personality. Were open-minded diverse and love our differences. Everyone plays a part and comes together to work hard go beyond and make sure everyone feels they belong.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a passionate deal hunter to join the MSE editorial team as a Deals Researcher & Writer on a 12-month fixed term contract in our central London office. The successful candidate needs to be organised have a keen eye for detail and quickly be able to get their head around complex topics. They must also have a real interest and passion for all things money saving this role is made for a bargain hunter.

The Deals Researcher & Writer role is accountable for researching deals and writing content as well as keeping their assigned sections up to date. You will need a passion for hunting down the best possible deal with the end user always in mind. Were looking for an enthusiastic creative money saver with an eye for a bargain and a hunger to be the first to tell our users about a great deal.

You will have a list of deals and features content that you will regularly keep up to date as well as maintaining relationships with retailers and contacts

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Finding and investigating deals

• Writing and researching money saving tips

• Contributing new ideas for the Deals Hunters blog creating new content around deals glitches and loopholes

• Checking current content to make sure its up to date and accurate

• Ensure content always stays on message in line with the MSE Mantras

• Focusing on the design and structure of the content always considering the user experience. Always ask are we directing our users in the best possible way

• Taking responsibility for key retailers producing regular content for the website and weekly email

• Seeking out new contacts and building a network of deals suppliers.

• Working on the deals-related guides keeping them updated

• Correctly prioritising workload to ensure all updates are completed within deadlines/target timeframes.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

Essential:

• High levels of accuracy

• A genuine passion for MoneySaving and finding a bargain

• Exceptional attention to detail

• Understanding of how to structure and edit content so that it works online

• Knowledge of consumer and personal finance including deals promotions offers products and tips

• Experience of writing in an editorial environment

• Good communication skills

• Proven ability to work to deadlines/targets

• Strong evidence of effective time management / prioritisation skills

• Flexible and adaptable approach

• Journalistic hunger for a story and confidence to push for more information

Nice to have:

• Familiarity using content management systems

• Experience of writing about money saving online

• Work experience at a deals or vouchers website

• Experience of using SEO tools

• Google Analytics or other analytics

• Experience of making videos for online content and social media

WHAT REWARDS ARE ON OFFER

• Up to 27 holidays bank holidays

• Pension up to 6% employer contribution

• Bonus scheme

• Digital Doctor on demand

• Work from anywhere scheme 2 weeks per year

• Financial coaching

• Mental health platform access

HOW WELL INVEST IN YOU

Were invested in your development. Expect mentorship training and opportunities to expand your skill set including access to your own individual LinkedIn Learning license with access to over 16000 courses.

INTERVIEW PROCESS
1. 30mins call to run through your experience and the role in more depth

2. 60mins interview. A timed task will be sent out prior to this interview stage and asked to be returned. The task will be discussed along with both competency and behavioural questions.

At MONY Group we believe in the strength of diversity and see inclusion as a strategic advantage. Our values guide us in creating a workplace where fairness and equity is a reality for all. Were committed to minimising systemic bias and creating a level playing field for all candidates.

Contact us for reasonable accommodations in the application process no need to disclose your disability or condition just specify your needs. Unsure what to ask for We can guide you through available accommodations.

We understand that job adverts only say so much and youre likely to have a lot of questions. If youd like to know more before applying such as more on hybrid working salary our parental leave policy etc please just let us know and well be happy to help. You can contact the recruiter for this role Kim at

We believe that success isnt solely defined by ticking boxes on a skills checklist. We encourage your application so we can discover your skills and experience that will help you succeed in this role.