Content Manager

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, UK (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableMid LevelPart time

Posted 1 month ago

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Job Summary

Own content strategy and storytelling across a funnel, with strong emphasis on SEO and AI-driven search shifts, while leading a content team to deliver across campaigns and the website.

  • Own funnel-based content strategy aligned to audience needs, SEO, and AI search behaviours.
  • Lead and develop a content team and oversee production across campaigns and the site.
  • Govern website content, brand identity, and partnerships with external creators to deliver high-impact multimedia work.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Own and evolve a funnel-based content strategy aligned to audience needs, SEO, and AI-driven search behaviours
  • Lead and develop a team of content specialists, while contributing hands-on to the creation of high-quality written and visual content across campaigns and the website
  • Translate campaign and website briefs into clear, effective content, overseeing production workflows to ensure timely, high-quality delivery across channels
  • Use data and insight to measure performance, optimise content, and drive continuous improvement
  • Govern and maintain website content, ensuring clarity, accuracy, accessibility, and consistency
  • Act as a brand guardian, maintaining and evolving visual and verbal identity guidelines
  • Manage external agencies and production partners to deliver high-impact multimedia content when needed

Requirements

  • Proven experience in a content management, editorial, or brand-focused role
  • Experience leading creative or content teams and managing workflows effectively
  • Strong understanding of SEO, AI search optimisation, and performance-led content strategy
  • Excellent copywriting and editorial skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, engaging content
  • Experience managing website content and working with digital or web specialists
  • Confidence working with multimedia creators, agencies, or external partners
  • Strong organisational, planning, and stakeholder management skills
  • A strategic mindset with a passion for storytelling, brand, and audience engagement
  • Knowledge of accessibility standards and inclusive content practices

Benefits

  • 41 days annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays
  • Defined benefits pension schemes
  • Flexible working options
  • Family-friendly initiatives
  • Career and professional development opportunities
  • Support for health & mental wellbeing
  • Discounts on shopping
  • Rental deposit scheme
  • Public transport season ticket loans
  • We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.
  • Elements of this role are suitable for hybrid working, where staff can split their time between in-person collaboration and remote working. The frequency of the remote elements of the role can be discussed with the recruiting manager.
  • You will be based at Madingley Hall, located just outside of Cambridge city centre, twice a week, with the rest of your time working remotely.
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Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
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Monthly Google Ads Budget
$88.8K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
49.6%
Direct
42.8%
Referral
6%
Social
0.7%
Paid
0.8%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~20.3K

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
384 (2% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
2

Funding

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