Digital Content Marketing Manager (12mth FTC)
A little bit about Lindt
We are a premium chocolate manufacturer established in 1845 operating in over 86 countries around the World. Guided by our Global purpose to Enchant the World with Chocolate and UK vision of Creating Moments to Make Everyone Feel Special, we have around 400 team members in the UK across our Head Office, Retail, and Field Sales divisions. We are a Top 20 Great Place to Work and are proud of our incredible people, our unique values-led culture and our iconic market leading brands such as LINDOR & GOLD BUNNY.
We’re also proud of being one of the few bean-to-bar chocolate makers in the world, where we control every step of our chocolate production.
Where you’ll be based
This role could initially be based in Feltham, London (Hybrid Working: in the office 60% and WFH 40%). From Spring 2026, our Head Office will be based in Richmond upon Thames.
How you could help us to Enchant the World with Chocolate
With an ideal start date of 2nd March 2026, the Digital Content Marketing Manager will be responsible for leading the planning, development, and delivery of timely omni-channel content, and managing communications on our owned channels online.
A key focus will be to support the maintenance of our digital shelf, with an emphasis on our Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) business, including taking a key role in UX on the website and SEO to drive organic traffic to site. In addition, this role will also support on digital marketing initiatives to drive sales & profitable traffic for Lindt.co.uk – a key strategic pillar for the company’s future growth.
Key Responsibilities
Content Development
1. Lead and deliver the content production plan and content calendar for online communications, aligned to Lindt UK commercial priorities (including but not limited to lifestyle images, PDP imagery, brochures, blogs and recipes)
2. Responsible for art direction and styling of photoshoots
3. Review, update and optimise Lindt.co.uk pages, aligned to D2C commercial priorities and retail campaign plans (localising international Lindt content where appropriate)
4. Work with marketing and digital teams to build our agency roster for digital supply, development, and contentPerfect Page & Maintaining Digital Shelf
5. Work closely with Senior Digital Marketing Manager, to ensure that Lindt.co.uk presence clearly demonstrates the D2C value proposition and our brand equity to both new and existing customers
6. Liaise with brand teams and retail teams to launch NPDs with optimised product content
7. Develop content for product detail pages including ensuring high impact pack shots and secondary images are available for both existing and new products across our D2C website and for grocery ecommerce sites (delivered via Brandbank)
SEO & UX
8. Execution of Lindt.co.uk organic search strategy (SEO), with an emphasis on content to drive profitable traffic to Lindt.co.uk
9. Work with the Retail Marketing and eShop team to map out the annual online D2C marketing campaigns and manage all content updates and creation to the website
10. Work alongside internal agency partner (Lindt Digital Studios) to optimise UX for a seamless shopping experience to drive conversion on the website. Run A/B tests to validate impactful changes and test new features
11. Responsible for working with partners to analyse and report on performance of owned channels, communicating results versus benchmark to key stakeholders
What experience you’ll bring
12. Demonstrable relevant marketing experience (preferably with a mix of digital and brand) is essential
13. Highly organised and strong Project Management skills (required to manage multiple areas in parallel i.e. website development & social)
14. Basic Photoshop editing experience is essential
15. Experience of managing agency relationships is essential
16. Knowledge of SEO highly beneficial
17. A keen eye for detail & a creative mindset, with visual examples of where this has been used
18. Art direction/stylist experience preferred but not essential
19. Proven track record in creating and delivering integrated marketing plans
20. Being a quick learner, with strong initiative and a desire to get things done
21. Future thinker with a growth mindset, proactive in seeking opportunities for optimisation
22. Experience of working with CMS (Magento experience in particular), marketing automation systems and PIMs is desirable.
23. Great communication and team collaboration; there is a need to work across different levels of the organisation
24. Microsoft office skills – Experienced and proficient in Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook Express
25. Show a passion for Lindt
How you will be rewarded financially
Internal Level 2.1
For the position of Digital Content Marketing Manager (12mth FTC) the salary range is £48,000 - £55,000 pro-rated. In addition, you will receive a benefits package including; bonus, pension, life cover, chocolate allowance; chocolate give-aways, chocolate discount, £100 personal incentive, birthday day off and so much more!
Being yourself every day
We want everyone at Lindt feel safe to be themselves, ensuring they are empowered, represented, celebrated and included in our workplace. You’ll notice this throughout the recruitment process; in our ‘dress for your day’ policy and through our proactive DE&I strategy.
Living our values everyday
At Lindt UK, our values guide us in everything we do. Being Passionately Lindt, Always Evolving, Building Real Relationships, Acting Responsibly and Making An Impact are an integral part of life here at Lindt.
What you can expect from us
In return for everything that you’ll bring, we can offer you an exciting role in a fast-growing organisation, where we’ll provide an environment where you will thrive, feel supported and fulfil your career aspirations, all while supporting your physical and mental wellbeing.
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