Junior Copywriter
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Position Overview & Specifications
Our purpose at Dunelm is to help our customers create the joy of truly feeling at home. And we do this through our broad range of quality, value-for-money home comforts for every style, every space and every budget.
We stock thousands of products and are a brand for everyone. We have heaps of great stories to tell, from our exclusive collaboration with the Natural History Museum, to our expanding Conscious Choice collection which uses more sustainably sourced materials. From our sub-brands such as the high-end Dorma, to our Leicester-based Made to Measure factory where we craft our bespoke curtains and blinds.
We’re looking for a brilliant junior copywriter to bring these products and stories to life across our channels with relevant, imaginative, customer-first copy and content. So if you love home decor, have a passion for words and are looking for your next copywriting role within a creative team of writers, editors and content creators at a buzzy brand, then we’d love to hear from you.
You’ll be responsible for…
- Ideating and creating copy and editorial content in line with campaigns, seasonal activity and business priorities
- Writing on-brand, best-in-class copy for eCRM, web, organic and paid social, POS and packaging
- Liaising with teams to understand their channels, briefs and desired outcomes
- Putting the customer at the heart of everything we do
- Supporting the Content & Social team with creative ideation and brainstorming sessions
- Being an advocate for and guardian of the Dunelm tone of voice
- Working closely with stakeholders across the business to deliver outstanding and engaging copy across all Dunelm platforms
Skills you’ll need
- A brilliant communicator, with immaculate written English and grammar
- Bursting with ideas
- Meticulous attention to detail – your work will be seen by a wide audience
- Experience working in digital editorial and/or in retail
- Self-starter with a proactive approach and a positive outlook
- Shows initiative
- Interest in lifestyle, home and interiors sectors
- Excellent time management skills
- Team player
- Comfortable working at pace in an ever-evolving retail world
- Passionate brand ambassador for Dunelm
Location:
Hybrid working between home and the offices in London and Leicester
Dunelm is committed to becoming a fully inclusive business that is representative of our customers and locations.
We recognise the value in diversity and welcome applications from all candidates regardless of sex, age, race,religion, ability, gender or sexual identity, socio-economic background or education.
We are committed to making Dunelm a place where everyone can enjoy a successful career and have systemsin place to support all our staff.
We are seeking applications from candidates who share our values and celebrate diversity in all its forms.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Home Furniture & Housewares Stores
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Junior Copywriter roles across Dunelm's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Home Furniture & Housewares Stores.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £24,000 - £28,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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