Content Manager
Content ManagerBusiness Area: Proposition & Campaign Marketing Location: LondonReporting to: Head of Content Job title: Content ManagerWho we're looking forYou'll be an experienced content marketeer with strong experience in developing and delivering high-quality thought leadership and strategic marketing content within asset management. You will combine investment expertise with exceptional editorial skills, and the credibility to engage with and influence our investment colleagues.
You will be comfortable operating with project ownership and mandate, helping drive a structured content agenda. You will work closely with investment colleagues, sales colleagues and marketing colleagues to align on priorities, guide messaging, and achieve timely sign-off. You will play a critical role in helping our function achieve effective content planning and delivery.
You will have the creativity and confidence to translate complex investment subject matter into clear narratives for both institutional and intermediary audiences.
About UsSchroders is a global investment manager which provides active asset management, wealth management and investment solutions. We aim to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We serve a diverse client base that includes pension schemes, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, foundations, high net worth individuals, family offices, as well as end clients through partnerships with distributors, financial advisers, and online platforms.
Established in 1804, we have around 5,500 people across 36 global locations. Schroders' success can be attributed to its diversified business model, spanning different asset classes, client types and geographies.
The baseWe moved into our HQ in the City of London in 2018. We're close to our clients, in the heart of the UK's financial centre and we have everything we need to work flexibly.
The teamThe Central Content Team sits within the Proposition & Marketing Campaign Team and works extremely closely with other members of this wider team. We also work with marketing colleagues in Schroders' other global offices; the Media Relations Team; Video Team, events and other functions.
The Central Content Team is responsible for the planning, production and distribution of English-language content. We oversee regular publications as well as reactive content (e.g. in response to market events). Most of our work however is campaign-oriented and aims to support sales initiatives of priority products around the world. What you'll doAs Content Manager, you will assist in planning and producing a range of content items to an agreed schedule, across all of the three content categories above.
Key responsibilities will include: Support the development and maintenance of a long-term, proactive content roadmap, aligned to business priorities and key market themesProduce content yourself, including writing it and/or working with other authors (or colleagues in Video)Assist in creating social assetsMaintain high editorial standards, ensuring consistency in tone, quality, and brand positioning. This will include an ability to translate complex investment topics into clear, differentiated narrativesAssist in the uploading and digital presentation of content,Optimise content for search engines and AI models (SEO/GEO/AEO) to enhance organic visibility and drive traffic to digital platforms.
Monitor content performance data to measure the effectiveness of content marketing effortsSupport activation across channels (eg, work with colleagues to ensure text, imagery, charts and social assets are available for translation and localised use)Take a strong interest in financial markets, Schroders' performance and competitors' activities, as well as other newsflow to help increase the relevance of our outputThe knowledge, experience and qualifications you needExperience in content, ideally within asset management or financial servicesExcellent writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to simplify complex investment topics without losing depth or credibilityAn understanding of market dynamics, investment strategies and economic themesA broad knowledge of audiences/client types and their likely interestsFamiliarity with digital content production processesExperience engaging with senior stakeholdersStrong organisational and planning skills The knowledge, experience and qualifications that'll helpExperience delivering within a long-term content programmeKnowledge of major asset classesStrong understanding of SEO, with an ability to optimise content for performance across digital platforms.
Proficiency in content management systems and marketing automation platformsKnowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance considerationsExperience producing thought leadership for institutional audiencesWhat you'll be likeFriendly, energetic and team orientedComfortable working in a complex organisation where there may be competing. demands on your timeCredible and confidentProactive, structured and solutions-orientedComfortable operating in a deadline-driven environmentCollaborative, but willing to challenge where neededDetail-oriented, with strong editorial judgementAdaptable and comfortable with changeWe Recognise Potential, Whoever You AreOur purpose is to deliver excellent investment performance to clients through active management.
We believe diverse perspectives and an inclusive culture help us make better decisions and achieve better outcomes for our clients. That's why inclusion is a strategic priority for us, and we are an equal opportunities employer. You are welcome here, regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, or any other protected characteristic.
We will consider flexible working arrangements for all roles and provide reasonable accommodations to support applicants and employees, including those with neurodiversity, disability, or physical and mental health needs. For more information, please visit our FAQs.
We're a global investment manager. We help institutions, intermediaries and individuals around the world invest money to meet their goals, fulfil their ambitions, and prepare for the future.
We have around 6,000 people on six continents. And we've been around for over 200 years, but keep adapting as society and technology changes. What doesn't change is our commitment to helping our clients, and society, prosper.
Full timePosting Date: 2026-08-20