Senior Content Designer/Technical Writer (Cyber Security - SC)

Senior Content Designer (Cyber Security/Digital/Policy - SC Cleared environment)

6 months

£550-575 per day (Inside IR35)

Location: Hybrid - UK based offices in London/Manchester/Bristol (choose your closest base)

Clearance: Active or lapsed SC required

Deadline: Friday 19-June, 10:00 AM

The Role

We're looking for an experienced Senior Content Designer to join a high-profile government programme focused on cyber security and digital service transformation. You'll play a critical role in shaping clear, user-focused content for complex, technical services that have real-world impact.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who combines strong content design expertise with technical understanding and leadership capability, particularly within secure or government environments.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design and delivery of high-quality, user-centred content across digital services

Translate complex cyber security and technical concepts into clear, accessible language

Ensure all content aligns with GOV.UK style, service standards, and accessibility guidelines (WCAG)

Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including designers, developers, product managers, and security specialists

Conduct and apply user research insights to inform content decisions

Provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to junior content designers and wider teams

Act as a subject matter expert in content design best practices and accessibility standards

Ideal Skills Experience

Proven experience as a Senior Content Designer within government or public sector/secure environments

Strong background in cyber security, digital security, or technical domains

Demonstrable experience as a technical writer, producing clear documentation and user-facing content

In-depth knowledge of GOV.UK content standards and accessibility guidelines (WCAG)

Experience applying user-centred design principles

Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills

Previous experience in leadership, mentoring, or team management

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