Senior Bilingual Copywriter

Mission

Who we are :

Decathlon is a world-renowned retailer that designs, manufactures, tests, and sells apparel and equipment for 65 different sports. Our mission is to move people through the wonders of sports by sustainably offering innovative, quality sporting goods at fair prices.

We now have 20 stores in Canada, with more openings across Canada in !

We encourage our teammates to take initiative in a collaborative and dynamic work environment where everyone can progress at their own pace and reach their full potential. Teamwork is part of our DNA. Our four core values are responsibility, vitality, authenticity and generosity.

What you will be doing :

Develop and update Decathlon Canada's style guide and voice guidelines in both official languages (English and French).

Work within the editorial team to adapt content based on data and performance analysis.

Create content (print and digital flyers, website, advertising, radio, in-store visuals)

Write projects in advertising and interactive communications;

Work in synergy with the creative teams as well as with strategy and consultancy teams;

Contribute, through your creative vision, to the constant evolution of the process

Create bilingual newsletters in line with the company's communication and content strategies.

Assist in the workflow process, and develop new procedures and materials as required

Adapt written content in British English and French for Canadian audiences

Participate in the creation of editorial content for the advice section

Profile

Who you are :

French or English as mother tongue or perfect knowledge of both languages

5 to 7 years' proven professional experience in marketing / copywriting (required)

Bachelor's degree in communications or related discipline (writing, translation, journalism, etc.)

Strong copywriting and editing skills in both languages

Ability to master new work tools

Experience in employer branding - you've been involved in developing or promoting a company's employee value proposition

Excellent ability to write compelling, well-structured, value-added copy

Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize projects in a fast-paced environment

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Able to work legally in Canada

Assets :

Agile mindset at work, adaptable; this position might evolve rapidly

Knowledge of the retail industry

Good team spirit and a passion for sports

Benefits

3 weeks of paid vacation

2 personal days per year

RRSP program

Shareholding program

Flexible schedule and work remote (with access to in-store workspaces and the distribution center)

Employee discount

Continued training and personal development

Equipment lending (test drives)

Learn about Decathlon elsewhere in the world (each country has its own strategy, opportunities to collaborate)

The opportunity to work within a dynamic, multidisciplinary, and agile team that is passionate about sports!

Skills

QA UX writing translation copywriting blog content