Digital Content Editor

VMA Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading organisation in the higher education sector is seeking a Digital Content Editor for a 6-8 month contract. In this role, you will ensure the website and intranet deliver engaging content and adheres to accessibility standards. Strong digital copywriting, CMS proficiency, and understanding of SEO are essential. Hybrid working is offered, requiring 2-3 days per week in central London.

Qualifications

• Strong digital copywriting and editing experience.
• Confident using various CMS platforms.
• Understanding of SEO and analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Editing and optimising content for clarity and accessibility.
• Advising colleagues on content governance and SEO.
• Using analytics to identify content gaps.

Skills

Digital copywriting and editing experience

Using CMS platforms (Contensis, Sitecore, or Drupal)

Understanding of SEO

Using analytics tools (GA4, Siteimprove)

Attention to detail

Stakeholder management skills

Job description

Overview

The Opportunity

We’re recruiting a Digital Content Editor (6/8 months contract) for a leading organisation in the higher education sector. This key role will shape the institution’s digital presence - ensuring its website and intranet deliver accurate, engaging, and accessible content that meets audience needs.

Reporting to the Head of Content, you’ll champion a user-first approach, using data and best practice to drive consistency, accessibility, and impact across all digital channels.

This will be a 6/8 months contract to begin with.

Key responsibilities

• Editing and optimising content across the university’s website and intranet to ensure clarity, accuracy, and accessibility
• Advising and mentoring colleagues on writing for the web, content governance, and SEO best practice
• Using analytics and audience insights to identify content gaps and opportunities for improvement
• Championing digital accessibility and inclusive content design in line with WCAG 2.2 standards
• Supporting the wider content community with training, templates, and editorial guidance
• Auditing existing pages and helping content owners maintain a healthy content lifecycle

About you

• Strong digital copywriting and editing experience
• Confident using CMS platforms (e.g. Contensis, Sitecore, or Drupal)
• Understanding of SEO, analytics tools (e.g. GA4, Siteimprove) and accessibility standards
• Excellent attention to detail and stakeholder management skills
• Experience in higher education, public sector, or complex organisations desirable

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a respected university driving digital excellence.

Hybrid working: 2–3 days per week in central London.

For more information or to apply, get in touch today.

Due to a high volume of applicants, we are unable to respond to everyone. We will get in touch if you are successful in your application.