Content Lead

Content Lead (Interim) - Government Department

Location

Central London (Hybrid working available)

Contract

Temporary contract - 6 weeks

Working Pattern

3 days per week

Rate

£400+ per day (Inside IR35)

We are seeking an experienced Content Lead to support a government department on a short-term contract basis. This role will play a key part in reviewing, editing and creating digital content for the department's GOV.UK presence, ensuring all content meets Government Digital Service (GDS) standards and best practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for a strong content professional with experience working in government or public sector digital environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, edit and improve existing content across the department's GOV.UK website
• Create clear, accessible and user-focused copy based on information and resources provided by internal teams
• Ensure all content adheres to GOV.UK style, accessibility and GDS content design guidelines
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders across the organisation to gather and refine information
• Maintain consistency of tone, structure and messaging across digital content
• Support content governance and quality assurance processes
• Advise teams on best practice for digital content and user needs

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience working as a Content Lead, Content Designer or Senior Content Editor within government or public sector environments
• Strong understanding of GOV.UK publishing standards and GDS content guidelines
• Excellent editing, proofreading and copywriting skills
• Experience creating accessible, plain English digital content
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work at pace
• Strong attention to detail and quality assurance skills
• Experience using GOV.UK publishing tools and content management systems

Additional Information

• Hybrid working arrangement with attendance in the Central London office required
• 3 days per week for an initial 6-week assignment
• Day rate of £450+ per day, depending on experience
• This role falls inside IR35

To apply, please submit your CV.

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