Sustainability Copywriter
Salary
Freelance, negotiable. Compensation details to be shared during initial discussions
Hours
20 hours (may be distributed depending on project needs and timelines). Workload may vary slightly from month to month.
Location
Switzerland
Closing Date
08 May 2026
Position Type
Freelance
Advert expires on
08 May 2026
Main Duties
We are seeking a qualified copywriter to support our sustainability communication by translating our actions into clear, engaging, and brand-aligned content. This project-based engagement focuses on communication – not technical sustainability expertise and supports specific sustainability communication needs for a broad range of channels and formats, shaping messages that are bold, authentic, and rooted in our actions at Breitling. The project requires original thinking and the ability to deliver high-quality work.
- Create compelling sustainability stories and messaging for B2C and B2B audiences as part of defined sustainability communication projects.
- Create coherent messages across corporate communication, PR, website, social media, internal training, retail & boutiques, CRM and sales tools.
- Produce content in various formats: written pieces (short-form & high-impact, long-form & editorial, campaign & brand communication), taglines, and scripts for videos and podcasts.
- Translate complex information into simple, impactful narratives that reflect real actions.
- Propose fresh, unconventional language and approaches, taking into account sensitivity of sustainability topics.
- Ensure online materials are SEO optimized when relevant.
- Collaborate closely with relevant internal stakeholders (Sustainability, Marketing, PR and Digital teams) throughout the project lifecycle.
Skills and Experience Required
- Strong writing and editing skills with a feel for clarity, precision, and storytelling.
- Experience creating content for multiple channels and audiences (e.g. advertising agency, boulevard-style press)
- Ability to distill complex inputs into concise, memorable and impactful messaging.
- Creative thinker able to suggest unexpected angles and language.
- Comfortable with cross-team collaboration, iterative feedback and the ability to deliver high-quality content within project timelines.
- No sustainability expertise required, a communication-first perspective is preferred.
- High level of professional sensitivity when working with sustainability information.
- Excellent command (native or near-native) of written English language and tone adaptation, other languages a benefit.
Equal Opportunities Statement
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and caring responsibility. We are committed to offering a working environment where everyone is valued and feels appreciated.