Content Marketing Lead at Baton

New York, New York, United States

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$120,000 – $140,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, MarketplaceIndustries

Requirements

  • 2–5 years in content marketing, editorial, communications, or related roles
  • A strong writing portfolio (blogs, LinkedIn, social or other media) that shows clarity, creativity, and business impact
  • Excellent editing, narrative structuring, and storytelling skills
  • Experience producing content for executives / leadership, especially in B2B or complex domains
  • Demonstrated ability to manage a content strategy across multiple channels
  • Solid research / synthesis skills - digging into unfamiliar industries or verticals and surfacing compelling narratives
  • Comfortable in high-growth, ambiguous environments; ability to switch hats and move fast
  • Preferred / Nice to Have
  • Experience in or passion for SMBs, fintech, acquisitions, or marketplaces
  • Hands-on experience or exposure to content SEO / keyword strategy and analytics tools (e.g. SEMrush, Ahrefs, Google Analytics)
  • Experience creating or collaborating on video or multimedia content

Responsibilities

  • Lead Baton’s content strategy and roadmap, aligning with growth goals (organic acquisition, thought leadership, brand awareness)
  • Produce high-impact content end-to-end: from ideation and interviews to writing, editing, and publishing
  • Create and manage content across formats: blog posts, LinkedIn, social media (TikTok, Instagram), and web copy
  • Interview business owners, buyers, and internal experts to surface stories and insights relevant to SMB acquisition
  • Own SEO / AEO performance - implement best practices, track rankings, and drive discoverability
  • Manage the content calendar and coordinate with Sales and Transact teams for timely execution
  • Analyze performance data (traffic, engagement, conversions) to inform iterations and future planning
  • Collaborate with design and video teams to expand content formats (e.g. video, infographics, newsletters)
  • Support brand voice and messaging, including occasional copywriting for campaigns and site updates
  • Stay ahead of market trends and competitor content, identifying opportunities for new content themes

Skills

Content Marketing
Content Creation
Content Optimization
Blogging
LinkedIn Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Instagram
TikTok
YouTube
Growth Marketing
Brand Storytelling

Baton

Marketplace for buying and selling small businesses

About Baton

BatonMarket.com is a marketplace for buying and selling small businesses, providing a user-friendly platform for small business owners and potential buyers. They offer free business valuations by a Chartered Financial Analyst and ensure all listings are verified with financial data, making the buying process more efficient. BatonMarket.com stands out by charging fees to a network of partners for additional services, allowing them to provide essential services at no cost to business owners. Their goal is to facilitate smooth transactions and support small business owners in improving their operations.

Richmond, MassachusettsHeadquarters
2021Year Founded
$5.4MTotal Funding
SEEDCompany Stage
Consulting, Financial Services, Real EstateIndustries
11-50Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Hours
Mental Health Support
Parental Leave

Risks

Emerging platforms like MicroAcquire increase competition in the SMB acquisition market.
Reliance on partner fees may be threatened if partners bypass Baton.
Economic downturns could reduce small business sales, affecting Baton's transaction volume.

Differentiation

Baton offers free business valuations by a Chartered Financial Analyst.
Baton provides verified listings with 3-5 years of financial data.
Baton facilitates productive introductions between buyers and sellers.

Upsides

Baton raised $2.8M, indicating strong investor confidence.
Baton generated 500 free valuations, showing high demand for their services.
Baton leverages AI to offer 4 million business estimates, enhancing valuation accuracy.

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