Senior content designer

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IRIS Software Group is one of the UK’s leading privately held software companies, on a mission to streamline operations for businesses, schools, and organisations.

We’re not just a company — we’re a transformative powerhouse providing cutting‑edge software solutions and services. With our tools, you won’t just be enhancing operational compliance and efficiency; you’ll be reshaping certainty and confidence for our users in their future.

Imagine impacting over 4 million parents who use our software to connect with their children’s schools, the 18% of the UK workforce paid via an IRIS payroll solution, 50,000 SMEs harnessing our cloud bookkeeping services, and 21,000 firms relying on us for compliance.

While our operational software may be the unspoken heartbeat of our clients’ businesses, you — as a member of our team — will be the lifeblood of IRIS. You’ll help businesses tackle complexity, remain compliant, and get tasks right the first time—enabling them to focus on productivity and growth.

We’re proud to be an officially certified Great Place to Work and one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women, reflecting our commitment to wellbeing, diversity, inclusion, trust, and reward.


Why This Role Matters

As a Senior Content Designer, you’ll play a key role in shaping how our customers experience IRIS products. You’ll ensure content isn’t just clear and consistent, but strategic — helping users get the most out of our software while aligning with business goals.

You’ll collaborate with designers, engineers, and stakeholders to make complex concepts simple, meaningful, and accessible for thousands of users every day.


What You’ll Do

* Lead on content strategy and quality across your product area — driving best practices in UX writing, content design, and accessibility.
* Partner with design, product, and support teams to solve content challenges and improve the customer journey.
* Use research, analytics, and feedback to understand user needs and continuously improve content.
* Write and refine UI copy, help articles, onboarding flows, and in‑app communications.
* Define tone of voice frameworks and contribute to IRIS’s wider content vision and strategy.
* Conduct reviews and share feedback to uplift the quality of content across the business.


Qualifications & Experience

* 5+ years experience defining and delivering content strategy in a SaaS or tech environment.
* Experience managing people or projects, and leading on large‑scale content initiatives.
* Skilled in data‑driven, user‑centred content design — familiar with tools like user journey mapping and ‘jobs to be done’.
* Strong UX writing skills with an ability to simplify complex, technical, or financial concepts.
* A collaborator and influencer — confident building relationships and aligning stakeholders.
* A growth mindset — comfortable working at pace, taking initiative, and embracing feedback.


Why You’ll Love Working Here

Impact: Your work will shape how thousands of users experience IRIS products.

Growth: Continuous learning, creative autonomy, and clear career progression.

Belonging: A culture that values authenticity, diversity, and collaboration.

Recognition: Join an award‑winning organisation at the forefront of digital transformation.


Ready to Apply?

Click Apply — we’re excited to learn about your unique perspective and experience. If you need adjustments during the process, let us know. We’re committed to making this opportunity accessible to everyone.


What to Expect

* Application Review – We’ll assess your experience and potential.
* Initial Conversation – A short call to learn more about you and share details about the role.
* Portfolio Review – Showcase your work, approach, and design thinking.
* Final Interviews – Meet the team and explore how you can make an impact.


Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level


Employment type

Full‑time


Job function

Design and Marketing


Industry

Software Development

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