Sr Manager, Brand Content & Thought Leadership

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 117,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Remote-friendly

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Sr Manager, Brand Content & Thought Leadership to shape and execute a strategic content program. This remote role drives editorial across owned channels and elevates industry authority through thought leadership initiatives in a mission-driven tech environment.

You will lead planning, development, and optimization of editorial programs while partnering with digital teams and cross-functional stakeholders to boost discoverability and engagement.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in content marketing, thought leadership, or related fields.
• Proven leadership in managing content teams and cross-functional projects.
• Track record of executing integrated thought leadership programs successfully.
• Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the integrated content and thought leadership strategy
• Establish content priorities aligned with brand and business objectives
• Create annual and quarterly content plans that integrate multiple initiatives
• Identify opportunities to strengthen the organization’s authority on industry topics
• Provide strategic leadership for the company’s institute and related initiatives
• Lead editorial strategy for owned content channels and the company podcast
• Partner with digital teams to enhance brand discoverability and respond to content trends

Skills

Content strategy

Thought leadership

Editorial leadership

SEO

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Education

10+ years in content marketing or related fields

Tools

AI-driven content strategies

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Sr Manager, Brand Content & Thought Leadership to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space.

This role will shape and execute a content strategy that strengthens the company’s brand presence and expands its voice on the issues that matter most to its audiences. You will lead the planning, development, and optimization of editorial programs across owned channels, while partnering closely with digital and cross-functional stakeholders to improve discoverability and engagement. The position also carries responsibility for elevating the organization’s authority on key industry topics through thought leadership initiatives and strategic storytelling. This is a highly visible role that will influence both brand perception and broader marketing outcomes in a mission-driven technology environment.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $117,200 – $157,500 annually

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the integrated content and thought leadership strategy
• Establish content priorities aligned with brand and business objectives
• Create annual and quarterly content plans that integrate multiple initiatives
• Identify opportunities to strengthen the organization’s authority on industry topics
• Provide strategic leadership for the company’s institute and related initiatives
• Lead editorial strategy for owned content channels and the company podcast
• Partner with digital teams to enhance brand discoverability and respond to content trends

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in content marketing, thought leadership, or related fields
• Proven leadership in managing content teams and cross-functional projects
• Track record of executing integrated thought leadership programs successfully
• Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills
• Knowledge of content performance metrics, SEO, GEO, AEO, and AI-driven content strategies
• Preferred experience in technology or social impact sectors
• Exceptional strategic thinking and team leadership abilities

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Remote-flexible workforce
• Wellness programs
• 401(k) program with employer match
• Flexible paid time off
• Generous parental leave
• Donations for Doers
• Pet insurance, legal and identity protection
• Tuition reimbursement program

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.