Content Acquisition Manager

Magic EdTech; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational consultancy is seeking a Contract Consultant specialized in English Language Learning (ELL) to support UK and EU client engagements. This hybrid role involves providing expert advisory on instructional strategies, collaborating with internal teams on curriculum development, and offering insights into market needs. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in K–12 ELL, strong stakeholder management skills, and excellent communication abilities. This contract may transition to a permanent position based on performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in K–12 English Language Learning, curriculum development, or educational technology.
• Strong understanding of UK / EU ELL curriculum frameworks and instructional design.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert for ELL pedagogy and curriculum development.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support ELL-focused digital learning solutions.
• Provide insight into UK and EU ELL market needs and competitive landscape.

Skills

Client Advisory

Curriculum Development

Instructional Design

Stakeholder Management

Business Development Support

Job description

Role Summary

The Contract Consultant – English Language Learning (ELL) will support current and upcoming UK / EU client engagements. Primary responsibilities include ELL advisory, solution development, client consultation, and curriculum / content strategy. This contract role may transition to a longer‑term or permanent opportunity based on performance, market alignment, and organizational needs.

Responsibilities

Client Advisory and Engagement

• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for ELL pedagogy, curriculum development, and instructional strategy.
• Participate in client discovery meetings, presentations, and solution‑scope discussions.
• Advise clients on instructional quality, localisation, accessibility, and digital learning approaches.

Program and Solution Support

• Collaborate with internal teams, including instructional design, editorial, technology, and accessibility.
• Support the design of ELL‑focused digital learning solutions, assessments, and curriculum products.
• Guide alignment with UK or European curriculum standards.

Market Insight and Strategy Contribution

• Provide insight into UK and EU ELL market needs, client expectations, and competitive landscape.
• Assist with proposal development, RFP responses, and solution frameworks.
• Identify opportunities for potential partnerships, accounts, or strategic business engagements.

Internal Collaboration

• Share ELL expertise and market knowledge with cross‑functional teams.
• Provide advisory input to support solution positioning and organizational strategy.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in K–12 English Language Learning (ELL), curriculum development, publishing, assessment, or educational technology.
• Experience in client advisory, consulting, or solution design.
• Strong understanding of UK / EU ELL curriculum frameworks, localisation, and instructional design.
• Proven ability to work with senior stakeholders, clients, and cross‑functional teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications (Long‑Term Leadership Potential)

• Established network within publishing, edtech, assessment, or education services sectors.
• Experience supporting presales, business development, or partnership activities.
• Ability to represent the organization in client meetings, industry events, or strategic discussions.
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams or initiatives.

Contract Details

• Contract Duration : 12 months
• Contract Type : Consultancy, with potential for long‑term or permanent position
• Work Arrangement : Hybrid (London‑based, with remote flexibility)

Key Skills and Keywords for ATS

ELL | English Language Learning | K–12 Education | Curriculum Development | Educational Publishing | Instructional Design | EdTech | Assessment | Client Advisory | Content Strategy | Solution Design | Consulting | Digital Learning | RFP | Proposal Support | UK Education Market | Localisation | Pedagogy | Stakeholder Management | Business Development Support