Freelance English Copywriter - Riyadh

Role Overview

Freelance English Copywriter position with Monks in Riyadh for a two to three month project working from the client's office.

Company Overview

Monks is the global, digital-first, data-driven, unitary operating brand of S4 Capital plc. The company combines an extraordinary range of global Marketing and Technology Services to redefine how brands interact with the world. Through Monks.Flow, its flagship AI ecosystem for marketing orchestration, Monks transforms marketing into a growth engine, collapsing timelines and connecting brands to culture in real time. Monks was named a Contender in The Forrester Wave: Global Marketing Services, ranks among Cannes Lions' Top 10 Creative Companies (2022–25), and remains the only partner featured in AdExchanger's Programmatic Power Players list every year (2020–24). Monks was named Adweek's first AI Agency of the Year (2023) and The One Show's inaugural AI Pioneer Organization, and was awarded Business Intelligence Group's 2025 Excellence in Artificial Intelligence Award in both the Organizational and AI Product categories. Monks earned titles such as Optimizely Experimentation Partner of the Year (2025), runner-up for the Adobe Firefly Partner Award (2024), and Workato's AI Visionary Customer Impact Award (2024). Monks achieved a record-breaking number of FWAs and continues to hold the most of any partner.

Role Purpose

Develop compelling and impactful copy across various digital platforms while leading and mentoring junior team members to ensure messaging consistency aligned with client objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Content Development

• Write clear, persuasive, and original copy tailored to diverse audiences and platforms.
• Lead the development and adaptation of content based on comprehensive briefs, user insights, and market analysis.
• Create and oversee social video scripts, blogs, newsletters, and email campaigns.

Brand & Quality Standards

• Establish and refine the brand voice and tone guidelines, ensuring strong and consistent branding across all content.
• Proofread and edit copy, providing constructive feedback to team members to uphold high-quality standards.

Collaboration & Strategy

• Collaborate with creative teams to ensure messaging consistency that aligns with client objectives.
• Stay informed about current trends, digital language, and content strategies to enhance copywriting effectiveness.
• Manage multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery while maintaining attention to detail and quality.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
• 5 or more years of experience in copywriting, particularly in a digital or social media context.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic.

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with demonstrated ability to create engaging and persuasive copy.
• In-depth knowledge of various social media platforms and their audience engagement strategies.
• Strong ability to adapt writing style to fit different brands and demographics.
• Detail-oriented with a keen eye for grammar, punctuation, and brand consistency.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with a passion for mentorship and building lasting client relationships.
• Experience with emerging digital trends and collaborations with online creators.
• Proficiency in Google Docs and other content management systems.

Additional Information

Monks is an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a respectful and empowering work environment for all people to freely express themselves amongst colleagues who embrace diversity in all respects.