Simons was founded in 1840 by John Simons in Quebec City. Originally a dry goods store, the family company is known today for accessible and inspired fashion. It is committed to cultivating creativity and building meaningful relationships with its staff, partners, and clientele. The company cares about the environment and about the communities in which it does business.
Simons is recognized as a fashion authority with an original shopping concept. Exclusive collections, emerging local and nationally recognized brands, and pieces by top designer names are all available under one roof in the store’s distinctive zones.
Maternity Leave Replacement (18-Month Contract)
We are looking for a creative and efficient dreamer who can juggle it all! As a member of the Copywriting team, you will contribute to a wide range of projects. Your command of language is so strong that you know when to play with the rules rather than simply follow them.
The Copywriter brings the Simons vision and philosophy to life through words across a variety of projects. Through their writing, they create magic, tell stories, spark emotions, and inspire reflection. They interpret trends and introduce our customers to the world of fashion.
Driven by continuous improvement, the Copywriter is always asking questions. They welcome constructive feedback and take initiative in the projects entrusted to them. Through their words, they share our passion for fashion and empower customers to express their creativity with confidence and boldness.
Key Responsibilities:
- Write and edit descriptive, accurate, and evocative copy for the fashion, home, and wellness products in our assortment, adapting it to various formats.
- Create and edit inspiring, informative, and original content for newsletters, digital platforms, and stores—from advertising slogans and detailed blog posts to informative copy about in-store events, fashion trends, must-have pieces, and practical information for our customers.
- Write and edit search-engine-optimized (SEO) content for our website.
- Contribute to the development of communication and promotional strategies in collaboration with the Graphic Design, Web Merchandising, Buying, and Marketing teams.
Desired Profile:
- Exceptional command of written French and a good understanding of English.
- Bachelor’s degree in professional writing, communications, literature, creative writing, or another related field.
- Ability to adapt tone and writing style to the different audiences of our exclusive departments.
- Boundless curiosity, a strong desire to learn, and exceptional attention to detail.
- A passion for fashion.
- Ability to collect, organize, simplify, and summarize information from multiple sources.
- Enjoy working as part of a team.
- Ability to manage several projects simultaneously, sometimes within tight deadlines.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to navigate easily between different computer systems.
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule and the possibility of working remotely two days per week.
- Group insurance plan and RRSP.
- Up to 40% discount on purchases at Simons.
- Fully equipped fitness room with changing facilities and kinesiology services.
- Cafeteria service offering a varied and affordable menu.
To seize this career opportunity, apply online now by completing the form below.
Please Include:
- Three (3) samples of your best writing
- Cover letter
- Résumé
Please note that only applications accompanied by writing samples will be considered.
At Simons, people are at the heart of all that we do. We pay special attention to the well-being of our employees and their families, highlighting important moments that mark their journey, including service anniversaries and significant life milestones.
Creativity, community, and respect are an integral part of our DNA. We offer everyone the opportunity to build a career that’s suited to them, whether that’s at our stores, head office, or Campus in Quebec City. Proud to recognize our teams’ contributions, we provide competitive work conditions as well as a comprehensive and scalable range of benefits. We also promote flexibility and a welcoming, inclusive, and caring work environment, where everybody can reach their full potential.
Take this opportunity to join our dedicated team and make a difference at a company where people are the top priority.
Skills Required
- Exceptional command of written French
- Good understanding of English
- Bachelor's degree in Professional Writing, Communications, Literature, Creative Writing, or related field
- Proven ability to write and edit product and promotional copy across platforms
- Experience writing SEO-optimized website content
- Ability to adapt tone and style for diverse brand audiences
- Excellent research, information gathering, organization and synthesis skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ease learning new software systems
- Three (3) writing samples (required with application)
- Passion for fashion and strong teamwork/collaboration skills
What We Do
La Maison Simons is a Canadian department store chain and fashion retailer founded in 1840 in Quebec City. The company operates as a manufacturer and retailer of fashion clothing and accessories, known for offering accessible and inspired styles from the world's design capitals while maintaining a strong devotion to customer care.
