Project Y
Project Y
Project Y
About the job
Hired through Project Y for a leading German FinTech PR agency | Remote (Germany-focused)
Ready to make your mark in the world of European FinTech PR?
Join the leading German PR agency focused on the Financial Services industry, work alongside their CEO and take ownership of social media, content and PR for German and European high profile clients.
You’ll be working directly with the companies leadership team, creating high-impact LinkedIn campaigns and collaborating across borders, all while being based in South Africa. This is your chance to grow your career and network while helping innovative brands shine on the global stage.
Why This Role?
Be part of a fast-growing boutique PR agency, known for its innovative work in the German FinTech landscape.
Take ownership of LinkedIn and social media strategy for high-profile clients and leaders.
Work closely with senior PR and content professionals, gaining exposure to global campaigns.
Opportunity to build your own brand and prove your copywriting, research, and social media skills in a dynamic environment.
Roles & Responsibilities
Create compelling, high-quality social media content (primarily LinkedIn) based on detailed client briefings.
Research and understand new topics in finance, tech, and climate tech quickly to produce informed posts.
Perform quality checks and refine content to ensure accuracy, clarity, and brand alignment.
Implement LinkedIn best practices to grow client engagement and reach, managing both personal and company accounts.
Collaborate with internal and client teams to align content with broader PR strategies.
Requirements
Native-level English writing skills and strong copywriting ability for social media.
1-3 years of experience in Social Media Management, Content or PR
Experience in an entrepreneurial environment / startups
Solid research skills, with the ability to quickly grasp complex finance and climate topics.
In-depth knowledge of LinkedIn best practices, including growth strategies for both personal profiles and company accounts.
Ability to perform quality checks and refine content to a professional standard.
Experience with both personal profiles and company accounts.
Broader copywriting experience, including English text review.
Great eye for design to support visual messaging
Optional / Nice-to-Have:
Background in content writing for Fintech companies.
Language proficiency in German
Salary & Location
Full-time role.
Salary: ZAR 20,000–30,000 per month, based on experience level.
Remote, from our office in Cape Town or Johannesburg
Social Media Manager – German FinTech PR
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