Marie Curie Cancer Care
Job title:
Senior Content Editor
Company
Marie Curie Cancer Care
Job description
Job Description:Salary: £34,500-£38,324.00 per annum plus London allowance if applicableHours/Contract: Permanent contract – 35 hours per weekBased: Hybrid-Home/Embassy GardensClosing date: 30th July 2024Interview date: WC 5th August 2024In this creative and varied writing and editing role, you’ll work closely with the design team to create engaging content and creative solutions across Marie Curie’s digital and print communications. Your experience could have been gained in the charitable, public or private sectors. What’s important is that you know what makes for great content, whether it’s an expertly crafted strapline, a thought-provoking video or a powerful story that inspires someone to take action. This is a fast-paced role working with a wide variety of internal teams on a broad range of projects across fundraising, brand and services.Marie Curie Benefits Package:Season ticket loan for travelling to and from workDefined contribution schemes for PensionMarie Curie Group Personal Pension SchemeLoan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systemsIntroduce a friend schemeHelp with childcare cost (terms and conditions apply)Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light CardEntitled to Benefit-Hub Discount SchemeLife assurance – for all employeesEye care – (under Display Screen Equipment (DSE) regulations, Marie Curie will pay towards sight tests if you use computer screens and other displays as part of your job)What’s in it for youAnnual leave allowance – 25 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)Competitive Policy for parental/sick LeaveContinuous Professional development – (Marie Curie supports and encourages personal and professional development)Industry leading training programmesFlexible WorkingWhat we are looking for:You’ll support the charity’s strategic objectives through the writing, editing and project management of content across major brand and fundraising campaigns for Marie Curie channels, including web, email, paid digital marketing, print marketing, publications, video, pitches and more. You’ll create compelling content that drives the conversation, sparks interest and fuels debate. What’s important is that you know what makes for great content, whether it’s an expertly crafted strapline, persuasive fundraising copy, a thought-provoking story or a powerful idea that inspires someone to act.Accountabilities (duties and responsibilities)Write, edit and proofread content for the charity, across digital and print communications. Ensure all copy is engaging, clear, concise, accurate and adheres to brand guidelines.Work closely with internal teams to deliver on briefs, working to understand their content needs, developing creative responses, working with them to develop solutions, building strong working relationships and managing content delivery in a timely fashion.Uphold the charity’s brand through all our content, ensuring editorial quality, consistent style and tone of voice in keeping with the charity’s branding and messaging guidelines.Regularly identify and generate blog content ideas, and write blogs, in line with our blog strategy to support our communications goals.Work proactively with colleagues across the organization to develop working processes and plans for responding reactively to news relevant to our cause with relevant content.Make use of insight and analytics to improve the quality and relevance of content to meet the needs of all audiences.Support the Content Lead and wider creative team to resource requirements within the team or commission content from external suppliers.Source and interview storytellers who have used the charity’s services, developing relationships, and building and maintaining trust in sensitive situations. Work closely with the Stories Manager, as well as colleagues in caring services, volunteering and other departments.Build relationships with staff and volunteers across the charity – especially in our direct services – to support the creation of authentic Marie Curie content.Support the rest of the content team to develop their writing skills, proactively building their capabilities in creative ways.Work as part of broader project teams incorporating specialists in design, production, public relations marketing, fundraising and digital.Work with the Content Lead to review and develop the charity’s tone of voice and house style.Act as deputy for the Content Lead.To apply, please send us your most recent CV and a cover letter detailing your experience, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie CurieMarie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.We believe that diversity makes us stronger. Join Marie Curie and be part of an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone’s unique perspectives and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and walks of life. Apply today to bring your talents to our diverse and inclusive charity.We’re committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and selection process. You can request support viaWe reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.About Us:Every day of your life matters – from the first to the last. When you work for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We’re a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and 12,000 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left.Everyone knows our daffodil, but it’s our warmth, creativity and care that touch lives. Here, we take the time to really get to know the people we care for and those who love them. And we do whatever it takes to give them the final days and hours they deserve.
Expected salary
£34500 – 38324 per year
Location
United Kingdom
Job date
Thu, 18 Jul 2024 00:29:12 GMT
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