Digital Content Editor

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.

Is this the next step in your career Find out if you are the right candidate by reading through the complete overview below.

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 include:

• 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.

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