Marketing Lead (Growth & Organic Strategy)
Fully remote role for South African talent working with UK companies. Apply now via RemoteRecruitment.
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Job Overview
We are working with a well-established UK-based fintech business that has built a strong reputation through organic growth and inbound marketing. With a solid foundation in place, they are now entering an exciting phase of expansion and are looking for a Marketing Lead to take full ownership of their marketing function.
This is a high-impact role suited to someone who thrives in autonomy, combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution, and is motivated by driving measurable growth. You will work directly with senior leadership to shape marketing direction, test new channels, and build scalable systems that support long-term success.
Responsibilities
Organic Growth & SEO (Core Focus)
Own and evolve the organic acquisition strategy across SEO, content, and community channels
Develop strategies that incorporate both traditional search and AI-driven discovery (e.g. LLM optimisation, AI search platforms)
Execute geo-targeted SEO initiatives across key international markets
Continuously test and optimise new organic growth channels including forums, social platforms, and community engagement
Monitor performance using tools such as GA4, Search Console, and SEO platforms
Content Strategy & Execution
Develop and lead content strategy tailored to niche customer segments
Produce high-quality written content for digital platforms
Repurpose content across multiple formats and channels (blogs, social, email, video scripts)
Manage freelancers and external contributors where required
Social Media & Community Building
Shape and execute multi-platform social strategies
Adapt messaging for different audience segments and customer profiles
Build authentic engagement within relevant communities and platforms
Growth & Partnerships
Optimise referral and partner-driven growth initiatives
Identify and onboard strategic partners and introducers
Design and implement scalable growth loops and acquisition frameworks
AI & Marketing Systems
Leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, research, and campaign execution
Build repeatable marketing systems and workflows
Implement tracking, attribution, and performance measurement frameworks
Develop and manage CRM and marketing automation processes
Grow and maintain first-party data assets
Qualifications and Experience
Essential:
4–7+ years’ experience in a marketing or growth-focused role
Proven track record of driving organic growth and SEO performance
Strong content creation and copywriting ability
Demonstrated ability to balance strategy with hands-on delivery
Experience using AI tools to enhance marketing workflows
Data-driven mindset with experience using analytics tools (e.g. GA4)
Ability to work independently and manage ambiguity effectively
Excellent English communication skills
Reliable internet connection and suitable home working setup
Ability to work UK-aligned hours
Desirable:
Experience in fintech, financial services, or payments
Exposure to international or multi-market marketing
Familiarity with SEO tools such as Ahrefs or SEMrush
Experience with CRM platforms and marketing automation
Understanding of referral programmes and growth loops
- Division
- Remote Recruitment
- Department
- Remote Recruitment
- Locations
- South Africa
- Remote status
- Fully Remote
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