Web Publisher - Job Description Team Overview The Web Team is a busy, fast‑paced operational team made up of four Website Publishers and a Front‑End Developer. We are responsible for maintaining and updating the Bank's website (www.bankofengland.co.uk), both proactively and in response to requests from across the organisation. Role Purpose This role is central to ensuring the Bank's website remains accurate, timely, and engaging. As a Web Publisher, you will manage and publish high‑profile web content-including major news items, announcements, and key reports-while working closely with a range of internal stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Publish major content such as the Monetary Policy Report, Financial Stability Report, news releases, and speeches, ensuring accurate and timely releases. Manage the team mailbox, reviewing and prioritising incoming requests, and coordinating with colleagues to ensure they are delivered efficiently. Use the Sitecore Content Management System (CMS) daily to create, edit, structure, and publish website content. Evaluate and improve web content, applying creative and critical thinking to ensure formats, layouts, and messaging are clear, engaging, and user‑focused. Participate in the team rota, balancing operational publishing duties with time for personal development and project work. Work collaboratively across Communications, including with Publications, Press Office, and the Content team, to plan campaigns and improve content quality. Contribute to out‑of‑hours cover, forming part of a 24/7 rota for emergency or time‑critical updates (infrequent and scheduled in advance, with inconvenience payments provided). Minimum criteria Experience of using complex digital tools (e.g. a website CMS) to create/edit and publish content accurately. Proven ability to prioritise and deliver under pressure with multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced operational environment. Strong triage / workflow management (e.g. managing a busy shared mailbox or request queue and coordinating delivery). User‑focused content judgement: experience in being able to review, structure and improve web pages so they're clear, engaging, and fit for users. Stakeholder management & teamwork: can demonstrate good working relationships with colleagues across teams/levels to land content well. Operational flexibility: able to work the rota and support occasional time‑critical publishing (incl. infrequent scheduled out‑of‑hours cover). Essential Skills and Experience Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams. Excellent organisational skills, including experience managing a busy shared mailbox and prioritising competing requests. Ability to work at pace, multi‑task, and meet tight deadlines. High level of attention to detail, both in independent work and when reviewing others' content. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Experience using a website CMS (preferably Sitecore). Experience in content creation and/or content editing. Confident communicator who can work effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Ability to work under pressure and solve problems independently. Desirable Skills Experience with analytics or creative tools (e.g., Google Analytics, CrazyEgg, Adobe Creative Cloud). Experience using email campaign software (e.g., Mailchimp). Basic knowledge of HTML and CSS. Understanding of web usability and accessibility best practices. Additional Information This is an operational role, working Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm. Some flexibility is required, with occasional earlier starts or later finishes, particularly around major publications. Our Approach to Inclusion The Bank values diversity, equity and inclusion. We play a key role in maintaining monetary and financial stability, and to do that effectively, we believe we need a workforce that reflects the society we serve. At the Bank of England, we want all colleagues to feel valued and respected, so we're working hard to build an inclusive culture which supports people from all backgrounds and communities to be at their best at work. We celebrate all forms of diversity, including (but not limited to) age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. We believe that it's by drawing on different perspectives and experiences that we'll continue to make the best decisions for the public. We welcome applications from individuals who work flexibly, including job shares and part time working patterns. We've also partnered with external organisations to support us in making adjustments for candidates and employees in the recruitment process where they're needed. For most roles where work can be carried out at home, we aim for colleagues to spend half of their time in the office, with a minimum of 40% per month. Subject to that minimum requirement, individuals and managers should work together to find what works best for them, their team and stakeholders. Finally, we're proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme. If you wish to apply under this scheme, you should check the box in the 'Candidate Personal Information' under the 'Disability Confident Scheme' section of the application. Salary and Benefits Information The salary for this role is, London: £28,640 - £35,800 and Leeds: £25,760 - £32,200. In addition, we also offer a comprehensive benefits package as detailed below: Currently a non-contributory, career average pension giving you a guaranteed retirement benefit of 1/80th of your annual salary for every year worked. There is the option to increase your pension (to 1/65th) or decrease (to 1/105th) in exchange for salary through our flexible benefits programme each year. The Bank has the discretion to vary standard accrual rates and dial up and dial down rates at any time and to withdraw dial up and dial down options at any time. A discretionary performance award based on a current award pool. An 8% benefits allowance with the option to take as salary or purchase a wide range of flexible benefits. 26 days' annual leave with option to buy up to 12 additional days through flexible benefits. Private medical insurance and income protection. National Security Vetting Process Employment in this role will be subject to the National Security Vetting clearance process (and typically can take between 6 to 12 weeks post offer) and the passing of additional Bank security checks in accordance with the Bank policy. Further information regarding the vetting and security clearance requirements for the role will be provided to the successful applicant, and information about how the Bank processes personal data for these purposes, is set out in the Bank's Privacy Notice. The Bank of England welcomes applications from all candidates, but as a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) approved sponsor, we have a responsibility to comply with the Immigration Rules and guidance. As such, our ability to employ individuals who require sponsorship for immigration purposes is limited. The Bank cannot guarantee that you and / or the role you are applying for will be eligible for sponsorship and that any application made to UKVI will be successful. Eligibility will therefore be considered on a case by case basis. The Application Process Important: Please ensure that you complete the 'work history' section and answer ALL the application questions fully. All candidate applications are anonymised to ensure that our hiring managers will not be able to see your personal information, including your CV, when reviewing your application details at the screening stage. It's therefore really important that you fill out the work history and application form questions, as your answers will form a critical part of the initial selection process. The assessment process will comprise of two interview stages. (Amend and add brief details if relevant, such as interview/assessment dates or process for your specific role) This role closes on 4 March 2026 Please apply online, ensuring that you complete your work history and answer ALL the application questions fully and in detail as your application will not be considered if all mandatory questions are not fully completed.