Content Designer

Lambeth Council; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Greater London is seeking a Content Designer to enhance its digital platforms. The role involves creating and updating digital content, conducting user research, and ensuring effective communication campaigns. The ideal candidate should have expertise in content creation and be able to engage with various stakeholders effectively. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about improving digital services for the community.

Qualifications

• Experience in creating and managing digital content.
• Ability to engage with stakeholders effectively.
• Strong understanding of communication principles.

Responsibilities

• Create and update content for Lambeth’s digital platforms.
• Conduct user research to engage stakeholders.
• Ensure content accuracy and manage communications campaigns.

Skills

Content creation

User research

Campaign management

Communication

Job description

Content Designer: REF: 2557

Hybrid Working

PO3: £47,925 pa rising in annual increments to £51,228 pa inc LW.

Permanent and Full Time

About Us:

Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.

It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth.’

With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.

Please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.

About the Team: Digital and Design

In today’s digital first society, the digital services we provide residents and businesses need to meet and exceed expectations of transacting in the age of the internet.

The team this role is in, supports our progress on our ambitious digital transformation, an ourDigital and Customer Experience Strategy, and the post holder will be responsible for ensuring that the digital products delivered are aligned to this.

About the Role:

As a member of the council’s digital team, you will contribute to the achievement of the Council’s digital vision, priorities and the development of the council’s positive high performing culture.

The post holder will be responsible for:

• Creating, updating and reviewing content across Lambeth’s digital estate including the main website, ancillary sites, Digital Customer Platform, eForms and associated online applications, so that they meet the needs of internal and external customers.
• Contributing towards user research to effectively engage with all stakeholders.
• Working with council service areas to ensure content accuracy, relevance, and effective end to end communications campaign management.

How to Apply:

To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence how you meet the shortlisting criteria on the personal specification marked “A” for application:

Job Description and Person Specification

We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement.

Recruitment Timelines:

Advert close date: 11:59pm on Sunday 4 January 2026.

Shortlisting: w/c 5 January 2026

Interviews: w/c 12 January 2026

Please click here to view: Lambeth Staff Benefits

Contact Information:

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Henry Ssajjabbi Lusse at [e-mail]

At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click here.

We actively support applications from Lambeth Care Leavers