Content Designer | GDS | Manchester| Inside

Content Designer | GDS | Manchester| Inside

SR2 is recruiting a Content Designer to join a central government digital programme via a consultancy partner, supporting critical public services with user-centred content design.

Role Details:

• Rate: £425/day (Inside IR35)
• Length: 3 months initially, with a high likelihood of extension (potential until late 2026)
• Start: ASAP
• Location: UK-based, hybrid with 2 days per week in Manchester

The Role:
You will shape and deliver accessible, impactful content across end-to-end user journeys, working closely with user researchers, analysts, and stakeholders to test and iterate content that meets GDS standards and prioritises user needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, test, and iterate content using prototypes (from sketches to coded prototypes)
• Establish and maintain content patterns aligned with GDS standards
• Collaborate with researchers and analysts to ensure content meets user needs
• Influence and manage stakeholder relationships effectively
• Lead and deliver content improvement strategies across services
• Champion accessibility and quality in content delivery
• Guide and coach junior content designers, reviewing and assuring quality of work

Skills & Experience:

• Proven GDS and government content design experience
• Strong understanding of user-centred design and accessibility principles
• Experience influencing and negotiating with stakeholders across programmes
• Ability to lead content strategy, continuous improvement, and quality assurance
• Experience working within agile, multidisciplinary teams

Please apply with your CV for consideration.