Publisher & Activations Director @ giffgaff

This role is a unique opportunity to shape the future of how giffgaff connects with its audience through content, storytelling and experiences. As Publisher and Activations Director, you will set the vision for a brand-new Publishing and Content division, bringing together strategy, production and commercialisation into one cohesive, high-impact function. Sitting at the heart of the marketing organisation, you’ll influence how the brand shows up across every touchpoint, ensuring a consistent, compelling voice that drives both engagement and growth.

You’ll lead the creation of a modern, scalable content ecosystem, where ideas are developed once and amplified effectively across channels. From building a sophisticated content syndication model to unlocking new revenue streams through partnerships and sponsorships, you’ll balance creativity with commercial outcomes. Alongside this, you’ll oversee the delivery of standout activations spanning digital and physical experiences, while building and inspiring a high-performing team to deliver against ambitious transformation goals.

Location: Uxbridge

Job Type: Full Time

Ref: 74589

Who we are: At giffgaff, we do things differently. We call out the bad and find a better way. We're laser-focused on flexibility, value and mutual good. And we're proud to be a certified B Corp. This means we've joined a network of more than 2,000 UK companies who want to make a positive impact on people and the planet. Working at giffgaff is something you could be proud of too. You’ll get the best of both worlds, the energy and fast pace of giffgaff, plus all the benefits that come with being part of our parent company, Virgin Media O2.

Our business model is unique. We work with our members (our customers) to understand their needs in all areas of the business. We love this highly collaborative approach. We're always looking to acquire new members, and to do that we need the best people in our team. In return for your outstanding efforts, you'll be rewarded with a competitive salary and excellent benefits that are all about making your work life a winner.

The must haves:

• Extensive experience operating at Director level within publishing, media, or brand-side content environments
• Proven track record of monetising content, media or events through partnerships and sponsorships
• Strong commercial acumen with experience delivering revenue-generating opportunities
• Demonstrated experience building and leading high-performing, cross-functional teams
• Expertise in developing and scaling content strategies across multiple channels

The other stuff we are looking for:

• Experience building new functions or transforming content and publishing models
• Strong understanding of omnichannel activations, including digital and physical experiences
• Ability to balance creative storytelling with commercial delivery
• Experience working with external partners, suppliers or agencies to deliver scalable solutions
• A passion for innovation, experimentation and continuous improvement

What's in it for you: Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world. Working at giffgaff means you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you’d like. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you’re covered no matter what life throws your way.

We're all about hybrid working here, so expect to have a base location where you'll have the right facilities to enable amazing collaboration and quality time with your team, alongside all the right kit to work from home too.

Next steps: If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application, the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include an initial recruiter conversation, followed by interviews with the hiring team and a task or case study. Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you're offered a job with us, it will be conditional, based on the passing of background checks. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check. Your recruiter can provide you with more information, if needed. Thanks for your patience and for showing an interest in joining the giffgaff family.