Content Designer

Job Title: Content Designer Duration: 6 Months Rate: £440 (Inside of IR35) Location: Remote with one day per week in Manchester Start Date: ASAP Key Responsibilities:

• Create and iterate user-centred content that meets GDS guidelines.
• Work within multidisciplinary teams including User Researchers, Service Designers, Interaction Designers, and Developers.
• Conduct and apply user research to guide content decisions.
• Map out user journeys and design content to support the full user experience.
• Champion plain English, accessibility, and inclusive design principles.
• Participate in content critiques, peer reviews, and assure content quality across services.
• Support the wider team in understanding GDS principles and ensuring content meets government standards. Essential Skills & Experience:
• Proven experience working as a Content Designer in an agile environment, ideally on UK Government digital services.
• Deep knowledge of GDS service design standards and best practices.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design, accessibility, and content strategy.
• Skilled at simplifying complex information for diverse user groups.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills.
• Experience using content management systems (CMS) and collaboration tools like Confluence, Jira, or similar.