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£35k-£55k
Typical base salary
12 wks
Replacement guarantee
Writing and editorial
Ask to see work. Quality and consistency show quickly.
Strategy, not just output
The best link content to goals. Probe how they decide what to create.
Multi-format ability
Match their range - written, video, social - to your needs.
How to run the hire
1. Define the content and goals
Be clear on the formats, channels and outcomes you need.
2. Score for quality and strategy
Weight both strong output and a link to results.
3. Source and screen
Approach candidates whose work fits your tone and formats.
4. Review a portfolio
Look at real content and its performance.
5. Reference results
Confirm their content drove engagement or leads.
Fees typically run 15-18% of first-year salary, capped and agreed upfront.
Nothing is due until your hire starts.
Usually 4-8 weeks.
Format range and tone fit are the main variables.
A Content Manager plans, creates and manages content across channels - articles, video, social, email - to attract and engage the target audience.
They own the content calendar, quality and often the link between content and leads.
A Content Manager focuses on producing and managing content. A Content Marketing Manager leans more towards using content strategically to drive demand.
The line blurs, so we scope your real need.
Try: Show me content you're proud of and why it worked.
How do you decide what to create?
How do you measure content success? and How do you keep quality consistent?
Yes, across B2B, SaaS, consumer and professional services.
We match tone, format and sector to your needs.
Tell us about your role and a specialist marketing recruiter will call you. No fee until your hire starts.
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