Freelance Legal Content Writer

Siege Media is a growing and remote-first organic growth agency! We are nationally recognized on Inc.'s Best Workplaces list and Inc. 5000 list, highlighting the 5000 fastest-growing private companies. Interested in working with the Siege team? We currently have a spot open for a talented Freelance Legal Content Writer to help us continue to deliver great content for our world-class clients. Responsibilities: - Conduct keyword research to identify content opportunities for clients - Write comprehensive articles on a variety of legal topics including personal injury, estate planning, real estate, business, marriage/divorce, contracts, and more - Demonstrate the ability to adapt tone and complexity of a piece to speak to the correct audience, as well as align with relevant style guides - Hit client SEO traffic goals month over month by creating content that ranks and/or generates organic links - Periodically perform outreach to journalists/bloggers - Have a firm grasp on writing effective titles for improved CTR and the press - Nurture and develop relationships with writers, reporters, and web editors - Demonstrate the ability to implement feedback from editors, clients, and teammates - Deliver a reliable, solutions-oriented approach to growing the online presence of our clients Required Skills: - 2-3 years of experience as a content writer, writing about legal topics (ideally published on reputable news sites or industry blogs) - Extensive knowledge of niche topics including contracts, real estate, consumer legal protections, employee rights, and family law - Experience writing for the web, with a focus on digital content including long-form guides, how-tos, comparison posts, trend reports, and other thought leadership content - Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to form productive working relationships in a remote environment - Strong project management skills, with ability to handle multiple projects while still working effectively - Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently - Close attention to detail and a heavy focus on creating quality content - Proven ability to generate creative ideas that attract attention on the web Suggested Skills: - 4-year university degree in finance, economics, or a related field, a JD is a huge plus - Intermediary SEO knowledge with a working knowledge of SEO tools and how they can be used to improve client websites - Experience collaborating with design teams and giving guidance on design and UX best practices

Siege Media is a growing and remote-first organic growth agency! We are nationally recognized on Inc.'s Best Workplaces list and Inc. 5000 list, highlighting the 5000 fastest-growing private companies.