Content manager

Are you passionate about creating impactful content that engages audiences and drives meaningful action? Do you enjoy combining creativity with strategy to shape how a brand is experienced across a variety of digital and traditional channels? If so, this is your opportunity to lead content at a world‑renowned educational institution.

At University of Cambridge Professional and Continuing Education (PACE), our mission is to make lifelong learning accessible to all. We design and deliver a diverse portfolio of world‑class short courses and qualifications across a wide range of disciplines.

Continuing education is one of the most dynamic and fast‑evolving areas in both UK and global higher education. As a recognised leader in the field, tracing our roots back to 1873, we’re proud to offer high‑quality, distinctive programmes for adult learners, many of whom study part‑time for personal enrichment or professional growth.

Role

As our Content Manager, you will lead the strategic planning, governance, and delivery of content across PACE. Within the collaborative External Engagement Division, you will manage a team of content specialists to create high‑quality written, visual, and multimedia content that strengthens our brand and supports organisational priorities. Working closely with the Website Experience Manager and Growth Marketing Manager, you will translate strategic and campaign briefs into compelling, audience‑led content. From shaping our funnel‑based content strategy to ensuring consistency and accessibility, you will play a key role in how our audiences discover and engage with PACE. You will be joining a warm, supportive team that values your ideas and contributions.

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve a funnel‑based content strategy aligned to audience needs, SEO, and AI‑driven search behaviours
• Lead and develop a team of content specialists, while contributing hands‑on to the creation of high‑quality written and visual content across campaigns and the website
• Translate campaign and website briefs into clear, effective content, overseeing production workflows to ensure timely, high‑quality delivery across channels
• Use data and insight to measure performance, optimise content, and drive continuous improvement
• Govern and maintain website content, ensuring clarity, accuracy, accessibility, and consistency
• Act as a brand guardian, maintaining and evolving visual and verbal identity guidelines
• Manage external agencies and production partners to deliver high‑impact multimedia content when needed

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a content management, editorial, or brand‑focused role
• Experience leading creative or content teams and managing workflows effectively
• Strong understanding of SEO, AI search optimisation, and performance‑led content strategy
• Excellent copywriting and editorial skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, engaging content
• Experience managing website content and working with digital or web specialists
• Confidence working with multimedia creators, agencies, or external partners
• Strong organisational, planning, and stakeholder management skills
• A strategic mindset with a passion for storytelling, brand, and audience engagement
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and inclusive content practices
• A degree or equivalent professional experience

Benefits

• 41 days annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Defined benefits pension schemes
• Flexible working options
• Family‑friendly initiatives
• Career and professional development opportunities
• Support for health & mental wellbeing
• Discounts on shopping
• Public transport season ticket loans

You will be based at Madingley Hall, located just outside of Cambridge city centre, twice a week, with the rest of your time working remotely. Elements of this role are suitable for hybrid working, where staff can split their time between in‑person collaboration and remote working. The frequency of the remote elements of the role can be discussed with the recruiting manager.

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part‑time working or other flexible working arrangements.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.