Channel and Editorial Manager

Linklaters is a global law firm, providing legal services in 20 countries and through 30 offices.Linklaters is a people business. Being best in class in the eyes of our clients means that our people must be exceptional.We look not only for brilliant minds, but for people who will thrive in our environment: people who love working collaboratively and demonstrate the innovative, efficient, agile, entrepreneurial, and responsible mind-set we aim to bring to every interaction.Ours is an environment of outperformance. We achieve this not with targets and incentives, but by fostering a positive, supportive, fair, and open atmosphere.We respect and value difference but insist on inclusivity. We celebrate all aspects of diversity and challenge any form of bias. This is vital to our ability to work as one team, with a common goal. About the role: We are seeking a Channel and Editorial Manager to join our dynamic communications team. This is a pivotal role responsible for managing the day-to-day delivery of our channel communications plan across digital platforms, serving both internal and external audiences.You will oversee content production, editorial processes, and content governance, ensuring all communications are relevant, timely, and aligned with Linklaters' brand and objectives. By leading content scheduling, optimisation, and continuous improvement, you will play a crucial part in driving the firm's communications strategy. Your main responsibilities will include: Oversee the creation, editing, scheduling, and publication of digital content across various channels including the firm's intranet, newsletters, website, and digital displays. Manage editorial calendars, production schedules, and approval workflows for efficient and high-quality content delivery. Coordinate multimedia content production, working with both internal and external contributors (e.g. writers, designers, video producers). Ensure all digital content meets our quality, brand, accessibility, and regulatory standards. Monitor and analyse content performance using analytics tools, preparing regular reports and recommending improvements. Implement best editorial and content governance practices, supporting ongoing compliance and innovation. Advise on digital storytelling, content development, and platform use to maximise engagement. Champion operational efficiency and identify opportunities for workflow or process innovation. We are ideally looking for: Significant experience in content or editorial management, digital publishing, or communications operations, ideally within professional services or a complex organisation. Proficiency with content management systems (CMS), multimedia production, and editorial processes. Strong data literacy and experience working with analytics and reporting tools to inform content strategy. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and contributors while maintaining high editorial standards. Background or training in digital accessibility, compliance, and quality assurance. Excellent written, verbal, and editorial skills. Highly organised, detail-oriented, and skilled in prioritising competing demands. Collaborative, communicative, and able to manage stakeholders effectively. Solution-oriented, adaptable, and proactive in improving operations. This role is based at the Linklaters London office with a hybrid working model available. Our benefits: Joining Team Linklaters will see you qualify for a range of benefits designed to reward the vital contribution you'll be making to our success. These include: Health & Wellbeing Private Medical Insurance Free in-house fitness centre and subsidised health club memberships Free onsite GP service and periodic health assessments Finance Pension and flexible savings options Income protection and life assurance Mortgage advice and will-writing services Family & Lifestyle Electric car and cycle to work schemes Emergency family care Additional holiday/birthday leave Maternity/paternity/shared parental leave Travel insurance and season ticket loan Option to join sports and social clubs, as well as our employee networks groups (such as our Gender Equality Network, With Pride, or Social Mobility Networks) If you think this role would suit you, please click apply below. We look forward to hearing from you! Technical Skills This list of duties and responsibilities above is not exhaustive. It is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for, the performance of this job. As such, the role may also include the undertaking of additional tasks as required. Application Policy Applications and CVs (direct or via agency) are only accepted online via the portal. Queries related to our roles must be directed to the relevant recruitment team and not the partners, practices or stakeholders ( for legal roles for business team roles ). This is the place where talent meets opportunity and where passion meets purpose. At Linklaters, the work we do means carving a path through unexplored territory, working on complex legal matters, across jurisdictions and borders and providing outstanding service and confidence to our clients.Having the vision to see things differently and the determination to deliver excellence, every time. That's what makes us who we are. You can see your true potential connecting with dynamic colleagues all over the world, united by purpose and shared values and working together as one inclusive, collaborative team.With second to none training and support, this is the place where you meet your future. This is Linklaters. In the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits, we will conduct pre-engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers. Your offer will be subject to the successful completion of these checks which will be initiated following your consent.As a responsible business, it is important that we represent the diversity of our people, our clients and our communities. We know that diversity makes us a better law firm and helps us attract the best talent, drive innovation with diversity of thought, and deliver the best experience to everyone who comes into contact with us. We recruit on the basis of merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity, race or ethnicity, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.Selection decisions, and the reasons for those decisions, are recorded at each stage of the selection process. Selection criteria and, where appropriate, technical skills tests are in place to measure an individual's ability for the safe and effective performance of a job. Those involved in recruitment and selection decisions and processes are also provided with guidance on diversity issues. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the selection process, please talk to a member of the recruitment team so that any required adjustments can be made in advance. Specific experience requirements advertised on a role do not intend to preclude applications from candidates who may have more or less experience. Our intention is only to indicate a guideline as to the necessary skills for the role as described.