Full-Time

Senior Content Writer

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Adyen

Adyen

1,001-5,000 employees

Global payments platform for businesses

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$135k - $185kAnnually

Senior

San Francisco, CA, USA

This role is based out of our San Francisco office; we do not offer remote-only roles.

Category
Content Strategy
Content & Writing
Copywriting
Required Skills
SEO
Requirements
  • 8+ years of professional experience writing
  • Full professional proficiency (written and verbal) in English
  • Experience in the fintech industry (bonus)
  • Strong project management skills
  • Proficient in long-form and short-form writing with a good grasp of SEO
  • Ability to self-start, stick to deadlines, and drive projects forward
  • Impeccable eye for detail and a journalistic attitude
Responsibilities
  • Drive the production and maintenance of any asset by following established processes, formats, guidelines and templates, minimizing the need for reviews and iterations
  • Demonstrate a strong grasp of long-form, short-form and SEO writing, with a deep specialism within one
  • Write copy for both short-form and long-form formats (e.g., blogs, reports, events, ad copy, landing pages, scripts). Apply SEO best practices to drive targeted traffic to our site
  • Be on-the-ground for case studies and shoots that involve content creation
  • Proficient in aligning content initiatives with commercial goals and the larger content strategy
  • Partner with internal and external stakeholders and design partners from kickoff to delivery – being diligent with details and deadlines
  • Research and curate background information, data, audience insights, and newsworthy information to be used in our content
  • Set an example for how to apply clear goals and analyze the impact of the content
  • Create and update writing templates and guidelines that can be used across studios
  • Mentor writers across studios to ensure writing is at the highest quality

Adyen simplifies and speeds up payment transactions for businesses of all sizes, offering a comprehensive platform for online, in-store, and mobile payments. The platform allows businesses to accept payments directly, as Adyen has acquiring licenses in various countries, eliminating the need for third-party banks. This integration provides a seamless payment experience. Adyen's business model includes charging transaction fees for each payment processed, and it also offers services like risk management tools and point-of-sale systems. The company's goal is to continuously expand its product offerings to meet the needs of its diverse clients, ranging from small startups to large enterprises.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$313.8M

Headquarters

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Founded

2006

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

11%

2 year growth

24%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Adyen's strategic partnerships, such as with Ventrata and SumUp, enhance its service offerings and expand its market reach.
  • The company's continuous innovation, including the adoption of Unified Commerce and Pay-by-Link technology, positions it as a leader in the fintech space.
  • Recognition as a leader in IDC MarketScapes for retail payment platforms underscores Adyen's industry leadership and robust market position.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive fintech landscape, with players like Mollie and Klarna, could pressure Adyen to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • Data breaches, as seen with Neiman Marcus, highlight the importance of robust cybersecurity measures, and any lapse could damage Adyen's reputation.

What makes Adyen unique

  • Adyen's ability to process payments directly without relying on third-party banks offers a seamless and integrated payment experience, unlike many competitors.
  • The company's unified platform handles all aspects of payment processing, from accepting payments to managing risk and ensuring compliance, providing a comprehensive solution for businesses.
  • Adyen's acquiring licenses in various countries enable it to offer localized payment solutions, setting it apart from competitors who may lack such extensive regulatory reach.

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Benefits

Global exchange program

Adyen+

Delicious healthy lunches

Phantom share package

Yearly trip to Amsterdam

Normal course of life