> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3266008-senior-content-designer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3266008-senior-content-designer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Content Designer - **Company:** DiverseJobsMatter - **Location:** Manchester, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Software Design Patterns, User-Centered Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Content, Figma, Interactive Whiteboards - **Published:** September 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2840635085-senior-content-designer ## About the Role Our client, a UK-based digital consultancy, is seeking an experienced Senior Content Designer to join their multidisciplinary design practice. This role is ideal for a senior content professional with strong public-sector experience who is passionate about inclusive, user-centred design and enjoys working in Agile delivery environments. As a senior consultant, you will act as a content design expert, lead and mentor others, influence client thinking, and shape end-to-end content strategies that meet user needs and organisational goals., * Extensive experience designing end-to-end service content within complex digital services. * Strong writing skills, with experience contributing to and maintaining content style guides. * Proven ability to make complex information clear and accessible for diverse audiences. * Experience designing inclusive and accessible content and articulating decisions in relation to WCAG. * Strong understanding of SEO principles and how they relate to content design. * Experience using content management systems and managing content effectively. Design Methods & Tools * Experience creating and iterating prototypes using tools such as Miro, Figma, Sketch, or the GOV.UK prototyping kit. * Ability to work with design patterns, content patterns, and information architecture principles. * Experience using content audits to inform content maintenance and improvement plans. * Ability to collaborate closely with subject matter experts, including pair-writing. Agile & Multidisciplinary Working * Proven experience working in Agile delivery environments across Discovery, Alpha, Beta, and Live phases. * Experience collaborating with user researchers, UX or interaction designers, product owners, delivery managers, developers, and business analysts. * Ability to identify appropriate Agile processes and measure the success of outcomes. * Confidence managing challenging conversations and explaining the value of user-centred design. * Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. * Experience line managing, coaching, or mentoring colleagues. * Ability to explain and defend design decisions clearly and professionally. * Experience contributing to bids, proposals, or business documentation is desirable., * Extensive demonstrable experience as a content designer within the public sector. * Strong working knowledge of the Government Digital Service (GDS) Digital Standard and Central Digital and Data Office (CDDO) assessments. * Experience working within the private sector is advantageous. ## Description * Advise clients on solving complex problems using user-centred content design and Agile methodologies. * Design end-to-end service content and static web content that meets clearly defined user needs. * Champion inclusive, accessible content design approaches and ensure alignment with WCAG standards. * Establish and manage strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, including leading and facilitating workshops. * Work confidently within rapid Agile sprint cycles across all phases of delivery. * Use insights from user research and service metrics to inform content strategy and design decisions. * Create, test, and iterate content prototypes in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. * Contribute to and shape design systems, content patterns, and style guides. * Line manage, coach, and mentor content designers and support professional development. * Actively participate in communities of practice, including content critiques and knowledge sharing. * Support recruitment activity, events, thought leadership, and business development initiatives. * Promote organisational values through professional conduct and client engagement. ## Related Videos - [Boost Productivity with AI: Figma & Playwright MCP Workflows - Aris Markogiannakis](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1768-boost-productivity-with-ai-figma-playwright-mcp-workflows-aris-markogiannakis) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Moving into DevRel, The death of search APIs, Building with empathy and more](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1337-wearedevelopers-live-moving-into-devrel-the-death-of-search-apis-building-with-empathy-and-more) - [ShapeShift: Reinventing Agile for a B2B SaaS Scale-Up](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1655-shapeshift-reinventing-agile-for-a-b2b-saas-scale-up) - [What If We Designed Employee Experience Like a Customer Journey?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1824-what-if-we-designed-employee-experience-like-a-customer-journey) - [The What, Why, Who and How of accessibility on the web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/403-the-what-why-who-and-how-of-accessibility-on-the-web) - [Designing the Future of Human<>Agent Collaboration](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1447-designing-the-future-of-human-agent-collaboration) ## Related Articles - [How Developers Can Focus on Maintaining Satisfaction With Accessibility](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/109-how-developers-can-focus-on-maintaining-satisfaction-with-accessibility) - [A call for Guest Writers for the WeAreDevelopers Magazine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/648-a-call-for-guest-writers-for-the-wearedevelopers-magazine) - [Frontend Developer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/233-frontend-developer-salary-in-the-uk) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk)