Senior Content Marketing Specialist (12 Months Contract)

Corporation Service Company; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Content Marketing Specialist for a 12-month contract. This role is pivotal in developing a high-impact content strategy that enhances brand awareness and drives demand generation. You will collaborate with a global marketing team to create diverse content formats, manage stakeholder relationships, and optimize content for various channels. Ideal candidates will possess strong writing skills and a strategic mindset, thriving in a collaborative environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic marketing landscape.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years in content marketing or related fields, preferably in B2B.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills for clear, engaging content.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a global content marketing strategy.
• Manage relationships with external agencies and oversee content production.

Skills

Content Marketing

Writing and Editing

Project Management

SEO Best Practices

Stakeholder Collaboration

Education

Degree in Marketing, Communications, or Journalism

Tools

Project Management Systems

Content Analytics Tools

Job description

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Job Description

Senior Content Marketing Specialist (12 Months Contract)

Overview
Reporting to the Head of Brand and Communications in Marketing, the Senior Content Marketing Specialist will develop and deliver a high-impact content strategy to enhance brand awareness, thought leadership, and demand generation. You will work collaboratively within a global marketing team, creating compelling content across various formats and channels to support business units and initiatives.

This role combines strategic planning with hands-on execution. Responsibilities include managing content from conception to delivery, developing editorial plans, aligning with business goals, collaborating with stakeholders, overseeing production, and measuring performance. Your efforts will help CSC deliver consistent and engaging external communications that strengthen market position and connect with target audiences.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and execute CSC's global content marketing strategy aligned with marketing, sales, and business priorities.
2. Lead content initiatives from planning through delivery, including stakeholder engagement and collaboration with partners.
3. Create various editorial assets such as blogs, reports, case studies, social media content, and digital campaigns.
4. Manage relationships with external agencies, freelance writers, designers, and editors, ensuring quality and brand consistency.
5. Optimize content for multiple channels and formats, balancing long and short-form content for diverse audiences.
6. Collaborate with business leaders and subject matter experts to craft engaging stories and simplify complex topics.
7. Align content with campaign messaging and customer journey strategies to support lead generation and nurturing.
8. Oversee editorial governance, including calendars, workflows, and review processes.
9. Manage content operations within project management systems for visibility and timely delivery.
10. Monitor and analyze content performance, using insights to improve quality and reach.

Requirements

1. 5-7 years in content marketing, communications, journalism, or related fields, preferably in B2B or professional services.
2. Exceptional writing and editing skills, capable of translating complex ideas into clear, engaging content.
3. Proven success in developing content strategies that achieve measurable marketing results.
4. Experience managing multi-format digital content across websites, social media, email, and paid media.
5. Strong project management skills with experience overseeing end-to-end content production.
6. Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders and provide constructive feedback.
7. Knowledge of SEO best practices and content analytics.
8. Proactive, detail-oriented, and creative problem-solving skills.
9. Experience working with content agencies and freelancers is advantageous.
10. Knowledge of financial services, legal, or corporate governance sectors is a plus but not required.

Ideal Candidate

This role suits a creative, strategic content marketer who thrives in collaboration, storytelling, and results-driven environments.