Content Specialist

Reed

I am recruiting for a CONTENT SPECIALIST on behalf of my client based in Cambridge.

This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week. Hybrid WorkingFixed Term for twelve months initiallyThe salary will be discussed on application

Main responsibilitiesThe role holder will:• Liaise with internal teams to develop communications plans• Project manage the launch of the research reports including publication on relevant websites, creation of media materials, setting up and running in-person or virtual events• Draft press releases, blog content, social media posts, event invitations, case studies and other material as directed• Ensure website content related to the organisation is reflective of the latest initiatives and impact• Manage media lists and media interaction logs• Monitor media coverage, produce and circulate reports• Work with hub leads to identify thought leadership positioning and to funnel ideas to the copy editor for development• Create content for and manage the eNews schedule• Work with hub leads to update and manage the CRM toolThe ideal candidate should have the following qualities, skills and attributes. You will be asked to provide a CV and a covering letter demonstrating how your own experience meets these requirements:

Essential:Experience –• Experience of writing clear, error free, and compelling copy for various mediums (e.g. press releases, ads, blog posts, newsletters)• Experience of planning programmes of work and creating clear evidence of impact• Experience of running events online and in-person (e.g. Zoom webinars, LinkedIn Live) to ensure clear delivery of key messages• Excellent attention to detail, well organised, and with strong inter-personal skills• Flexible attitude and ability to work to tight deadlines

Skills –• Excellent written communication skills, able to convey complex concepts in clear and precise business English, being a native or fluent English speaker• Ability to work within a team and independently• Able to construct an impactful and logical storyline for written materials• Strong organisational, time management, and analytical skills• Good verbal communication skills, being able to clearly express and present concepts, ideas, and facts verbally in an engaging and structured way• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software (e.g. Wrike, Asana, or similar)• Track record in writing and placing blogs or contributed articles with key media• Familiarity with the working and terms used in digital financial services / fintech (desirable)• Ability to demonstrate a collaborative attitude to work and to negotiate beneficial project outcomesQualifications:• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related subject. Equal weight will be given to relevant experience.

Benefits:• Holiday entitlement is 33 days per annum plus eight days of public holidays• extensive learning opportunities• access to numerous discounts on shopping, health care, financial services and public transport• tax-efficient bicycle and car lease schemes.• holiday play scheme to help support those with childcare responsibilities• various types of family-friendly leave to aid employees’ work-life balance

If you are interested in applying for this role, please apply online. For further information contact Carol in the Norwich office