Personal Finance Writer – Tiller

Tiller is a nimble, distributed company revolutionizing the way people handle their finances. We make it easy to track your spending and manage your money in a spreadsheet with daily bank feeds and helpful templates. We’re passionate about empowering people with their financial data in a flexible, customizable format so they can take control of their future.

Job Overview

Tiller is seeking a skilled and creative Personal Finance Writer to help drive our content strategy and establish Tiller as a leader in personal finance education. This part-time, contract role will focus on creating high-quality, definitive content that engages and educates our audience while driving organic traffic. You’ll work closely with our marketing team to develop an editorial calendar, write in-depth articles, and contribute to our ongoing thought leadership efforts. If you’re passionate about personal finance, love spreadsheets, and have a knack for crafting impactful stories, we want to hear from you.

Success

Success in this role means consistently delivering unique, engaging content that resonates with Tiller’s audience and the broader personal finance community. Your work will drive meaningful organic traffic, increase brand visibility, and position Tiller as a go-to resource for personal finance insights. Ultimately, your content will inspire new free trial signups and foster deeper engagement with our platform. 

Key Responsibilities

• Develop Editorial Content:
  • Collaborate with the team to create a strategic editorial calendar focused on unique, engaging topics.
  • Write and edit high-quality, definitive articles that establish Tiller as a thought leader in personal finance.
  • Ensure content aligns with Tiller’s brand voice and goals.
• Research & Insights:
  • Conduct in-depth research to uncover new, valuable insights in the personal finance space.
  • Analyze trends and consumer behavior to produce relevant, timely content.
• Content Optimization for SEO:
  • Apply SEO best practices to maximize organic search visibility and drive traffic.
  • Update content regularly to optimize for SEO
  • Monitor performance metrics to continually refine and optimize content for search ranking.
• Content Distribution & Collaboration:
  • Publish articles and content on Tiller’s website using WordPress.
  • Collaborate with the marketing team to promote content through various channels, including social media and email.
• Tiller Money Memo:
  • Write and curate content for the Tiller Money Memo, a regular email sent to engage and inform subscribers.
  • Ensure that each edition provides valuable insights and actionable advice for readers.

Qualifications

• Proven experience writing about personal finance, with a strong portfolio of published work.
• Deep understanding of personal finance concepts, particularly related to budgeting, saving, and using spreadsheets.
• Proficiency in SEO best practices and content optimization techniques.
• Familiarity with WordPress for content publishing.
• Excellent research and analytical skills to generate fresh insights.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality, polished content.
• Bonus: An existing user and advocate of Tiller’s products and services, with firsthand experience of the brand.

Why Tiller?

• Remote-First Culture: Work from anywhere, with the flexibility to balance work and life.
• Mission-Driven: Be part of a team that is passionate about helping people take control of their financial lives.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with a talented and supportive team that values innovation, creativity, and continuous improvement.

How to Apply

If you’re excited about helping people achieve their financial goals and have the skills to develop engaging content at Tiller, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply.

Please apply by filling out an application here.