What we are looking for
We are looking for a passionate and highly motivated Content Manager to join our established marketing team.
About us
At Seismic we have 2 key goals: to be the best place you have ever worked, and to help 10 million people join the shift by 2030.
Along with creating impact through everything we do, connecting and building relationships is a core priority for us. That goes for our relationships with our amazing clients and with our fantastic team of changemakers, made up of a strong mix of B Corp, Net Zero, Reporting and Sustainability Comms experts, throughout the UK and Europe.
We love working with our clients. From SMEs to multinational corporations, we are committed to enabling them to prosper by helping them become ever more impactful forces for good.
All that’s missing is you!
The role and its responsibilities
We're seeking a dynamic Content Manager to spearhead our content initiatives, driving brand awareness and engagement through compelling storytelling and data-driven optimisation. Working as part of our established marketing team, this role is pivotal in shaping our organisation's voice, developing and executing a comprehensive, cross-channel content plan and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, impactful content that resonates with our target audience.
You will be responsible for the full content lifecycle, from planning and creation to performance analysis and optimisation, while managing supplier relationships and empowering internal teams with engaging content releases.
The exact role definition will be dependent on the desire, capability and experience of the right person.
Key responsibilities are likely to include:
Content Strategy & Planning:
Develop and execute a strategic content plan that directly supports organisational goals, and resonates with our target audience
Define and maintain the organisation's tone of voice, evolving our core messaging
Through content, demonstrate our thought leadership and create mechanisms for quality lead generation
Content Creation & Delivery:
Oversee the production of diverse content formats: blogs, guides, website copy, videos, event materials, social media, podcast scripts, award submissions, and PR
Manage daily content operations on LinkedIn, fostering community engagement
Manage external content suppliers, ensuring timely delivery and project excellence
Maintain rigorous quality control, ensuring all content is engaging and optimised for each platform
Drive internal content awareness, disseminating new releases to maximise team engagement
Lead content repurposing initiatives to enhance efficiency and impact
Keep up to date with trends in content creation; new formats, favourable mediums and opportunities for lead generation
Performance Measurement & Optimisation:
Track and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) such as website traffic, engagement, and conversion rates
Utilise data insights to identify optimisation opportunities and drive continuous improvement
Develop a content planning and creation process that drives efficiency (e.g. batching, repurposing, leveraging AI)
About you
You believe that humanity and businesses need to make a seismic shift in the right direction and want to apply your creative capabilities to help make that happen. At the same time you want to work in a friendly, collaborative and empathetic team who are delivering impactful projects for high-profile clients.
To be successful in this role you will need the following attributes:
Essential Skills and Experience:
Skills and Experience:
Experience: Minimum 2 years experience in a similar content management role
Exceptional Communication: Proven mastery of copy-writing, editing, and verbal communication
Strategic Content Expertise: Demonstrated proficiency in content strategy, creation, marketing and social media
Commercial Acumen: Evidence of generating and delivering content strategy linked to commercial outcomes
SEO Acumen: Strong understanding of SEO principles and best practices
Data-Driven Analysis: Proven ability to analyse data, identify trends, and derive actionable insights
CMS Proficiency: Experience managing content within content management systems
AI Integration: Ability to effectively leverage AI tools for research and ideation
Leading Without Authority: Ability to gain buy-in from wider team for support in achieving content outcomes
Vendor Management: Ability to work well with (and optimise output from) external partners to achieve objectives within timelines and budget
Desirable Skills and Experience
Knowledge and passion for corporate sustainability
Experience in professional services marketing
Experience optimising content management processes
Deeper AI experience to leverage this capability as a true partner for content creation and optimisation
You are action oriented, have a keen eye for detail and enjoy juggling multiple projects and priorities and enjoy just the right amount of time pressure to help keep productive and focused. You are able to flex between being structured and agile to suit the growth stage of the business.
You are a ‘people person’ with a knack for building relationships with a diverse group of people.You are more excited by the opportunities of working for a young, fast growing, ever evolving, purpose-driven business.
In your first 3 months you will:
Be introduced to your guide and mentor
Go through our onboarding programme
Join our fortnightly Personal Growth sessions
Begin applying your creative skills and leading our content direction
Location
Ideally you will be within commuting distance of our London office, attending the office (Spitalfields) at least twice per week.
Working hours
We believe in flexible working hours to better suit our personal lives while being considerate of each other and our clients. We generally work office hours but trust each other to make fair decisions.
Salary and benefits
25 days annual leave per year pro-rata
An extra day of annual leave for your birthday
The option to swap up to two Bank Holidays per year to suit your religious/cultural/family/personal needs
£500 per year professional development budget
Plus two days per year professional development time
£200 per year wellbeing budget
£200 home office setup budget
Employee Assistance Programme
Wellbeing and benefits platform
Bupa health insurance
Cycle to Work scheme
Financial coaching (Bippit)
…and a roadmap for future benefits as we grow
Seismic is an equal opportunities employer
Seismic recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. We are building a world class team and we know we need a diverse mix of talented people doing their best work.
