Content Manager - 12 Month FTC in London

Publicis Connected Media UK is a fully end-to-end offering that unites media, commerce, CXM, social and data to deliver connected consumer experiences and drive exceptional business outcomes for our clients. Powered by Publicis Connected Identity, the UK's richest people-based data set built on real behaviours, it helps major brands move beyond siloed marketing and make more confident decisions in fast-changing conditions.

We are hiring a Content Manager to help shape powerful brand stories for some of our most high-profile clients. Reporting into the Editorial & Innovation Director, this role sits at the heart of our editorial craft - blending sharp writing, thoughtful editing and strategic thinking. You'll play a key role in turning client objectives into content that resonates, performs and evolves with the digital landscape. This is a hands‑on, collaborative role where your voice, judgement and creativity will genuinely matter.

What you'll be doing:

• Shaping and contributing to editorial strategy by translating client business goals into clear, compelling content plans.
• Writing, editing and proofreading high-quality copy across blogs, landing pages, newsletters, playbooks and native editorial.
• Interpreting briefs to identify client challenges and craft structured editorial that delivers on brand messaging and KPIs.
• Supporting pitches, proposals and organic growth opportunities with creative, insight‑led editorial ideas.
• Collaborating with the wider team in ideation sessions to develop campaign concepts and storytelling approaches.
• Managing editorial workflows day‑to‑day, prioritising tasks and coordinating delivery to meet deadlines.
• Building strong client relationships, leading status meetings, resolving issues and escalating thoughtfully when needed.

Skills we're looking for:

• Demonstrated experience in copywriting and editing within an agency, in‑house or journalistic environment.
• A strong grasp of editorial planning across long‑ and short‑form content, formats and industries.
• A confident, adaptable writing style with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Understanding of how editorial content supports content marketing performance and client objectives.
• Aware of AI tools and conscientiousness around how, when and where they may be useful.
• A balance of creative thinking and analytical judgement, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Experience managing projects with multiple stakeholders, deadlines and priorities.

Publicis Media offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees. Full details are shared when you join, but highlights include core benefits such as Pension, Life Assurance, and Private Medical cover, alongside enhanced policies like Reflection Days and Shared Parental Leave.

At Publicis Media, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, disability, age, citizenship, relationship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.

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