Content Manager at University of Cambridge | Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, UK | £36K/yr – £46K/yr

University of Cambridge

Content Manager

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, UK (Hybrid)

£36K/yr – £46K/yrMid LevelFull time

Posted 7 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own a funnel guided, data informed content engine that serves audience needs and SEO driven growth, while building and guiding a content team across campaigns and the website.

Strategic content ownership: funnel based, audience aligned, and performance driven.
Team leadership and hands on creation: manage content specialists and collaborate with external partners.
Content delivery, governance and optimization: briefs to publication with brand consistency and accessibility.

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
A degree or equivalent professional experience

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.

University of Cambridge

4.2 Glassdoor

The University of Cambridge is one of the world's foremost research universities.The University is made up of 31 Colleges and over 150 departments, faculties, schools and other institutions. Its mission is 'to contribute to society through the pursuit of education, learning, and research at the highest international levels of excellence'.

Cambridge, England, GBR

20K employees (384 in marketing)

www.cam.ac.uk

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