Content Manager

Control Risks; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global security firm in London is seeking an experienced Content Manager to lead the development and execution of its content marketing strategy. This role involves overseeing the creation of multi-media content and managing a small team, all while optimizing content for digital channels and engaging senior decision-makers. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of experience and a strong understanding of content marketing principles, SEO, and digital analytics. Competitive compensation and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits

Discretionary global bonus scheme

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in content management, creation and editing.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, especially about complex concepts.
• Experience in video and podcast production.
• Understanding of content marketing principles and digital analytics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of content marketing strategy.
• Oversee the creation of diverse multi-media content.
• Develop and implement comprehensive content strategies.
• Optimize content for digital channels using SEO.
• Manage a small team to produce high-quality outputs.

Skills

Content creation

SEO best practices

Project management

Editing

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, English or related field

Tools

Digital asset management platforms

Content management platforms

Job description

We are seeking an experiencedContent Manager to join our global marketing team and help lead the development and execution of our content marketing strategy across multiple markets and service lines. In this role,youwillbe responsible forthe hands-on leadership of a small team in the creation of compelling, insight-driven, multi-media content that positions Control Risks as the leading global security and strategic intelligence firm.

As Content Manager, you will work closely with marketing teams,consultantsand subject matter experts to turn varied and sometimes complex offerings into accessible, engaging content that resonates with senior decision-makers and executive leadership in businesses across the world. You will oversee the full content lifecycle, from ideation and execution through to publication and performance analysis.

What You'll Do:

• Content creation and management: You will create,editand oversee the work of your team across a diverse range of multi-media content including case studies, brochures, flyers, blog posts, thought leadership, and social media content. You will ensure all contentmaintainsour brand voice, meets quality standards, anddemonstratesdeep understanding of our clients' priorities. Working with internal experts, you will distil sometimes complex offerings into clear, actionable content that drives engagement and supports business strategy.

• Content strategy and planning: You will help develop and implement comprehensive content strategies aligned with our businessobjectivesand client needs. This includes collaborating in the development of marketing campaigns, overseeing the progression of content through the brand asset and content management platform, and being a key player in the delivery of an effective and efficient service to the business. Central to this role will be an ongoing focus on improving processesandbringing best practice to workflows.

• Digital Content Optimisation: You will optimise content for digital channels, applying SEO best practices and using analytics to measure performance and inform content decisions. You will work with our digital marketing team to ensure content is effectively activated across our website, email campaigns, and social platforms.

• Team Leadership & Development: As well as producing and editing content yourself, you will manage a small team of content producers and editors. You willbe responsible forsupporting your team in producing outputs to required standard, creating a framework where team members are able to thrive and develop.

Who You Are:

• We are looking for someone with 5-7 years of experience in content management,creationand editing -ideally within international professional services, consulting, or B2B environments. You should have a proventrack recordof delivering content that engages audiences and drives measurable business outcomes.

• You must be an exceptional writer and editor with the ability to write compellingly about complex concepts without losing nuance or credibility. Experience in professional standard video and podcast production is essential. You should have the ability to provide creative and editorial guidance,feedbackand constructive criticism. You should have strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities across different time zones and deadlines.

• Experience of workingon production processes and workflow, including the use ofdigital asset and content management platforms.

• A solid understanding of content marketing principles, SEO fundamentals, and digital analytics isrequired.

• Familiarity with the business services or consulting sectorwould be highlyadvantageous.

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or a related field.

• Evidence ofpostgraduate/in-role training/qualifications in relevant professional skills

What We Offer:

• Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarised in the full job offer.
• We operate a discretionary global bonus scheme that incentivises, and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance.
• As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us and are fully committed to equal treatment, free from discrimination, of all candidates throughout our recruitment process

Control Risks is committed to a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status

If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made in order to participate fully in the interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to accommodate your needs.