About this opportunity
Horizontal Talent lists this Sr. Manager--Content Stragety opportunity in arlington, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
We’re seeking a Senior Content Strategist to help shape clear, engaging, and high-performing digital experiences for a major financial services client. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to lead content strategy, strengthen editorial excellence, and partner closely with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders across complex initiatives.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute content strategies that support business goals, user needs, and digital experience objectives.
Set and maintain editorial standards to ensure content quality, clarity, consistency, and alignment with brand guidelines.
Apply GEO, SEO, content governance, and structured content best practices to improve content discoverability and performance.
Lead content planning, roadmaps, workflows, and cross-functional editorial coordination for complex programs.
Facilitate client workshops and stakeholder discussions to turn business needs into actionable content plans.
Partner with Product, UX, Design, Marketing, and Engineering teams to create scalable content solutions.
Support content review, quality assurance, and editorial decision-making across digital initiatives.
Skills
8+ years of experience in content strategy, content design, editorial strategy, or digital content management.
Strong editing, proofreading, and content review skills with excellent attention to detail.
Experience leading complex editorial programs and multi-stakeholder content initiatives.
Solid understanding of GEO, SEO, content governance, and structured content practices.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior client stakeholders.
Strong communication, organization, and project coordination skills.
Preferred Skills
Experience developing content frameworks and governance models for digital experiences.
Background in facilitating workshops or strategic planning sessions with clients or internal teams.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with shifting priorities.
Experience supporting enterprise-level or highly regulated digital content environments.
Horizontal is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where different perspectives and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applicants who are excited to contribute to a collaborative and inclusive environment.
By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.
Please apply through this online posting or by visiting our Job Board at Applications will be accepted for 4 weeks. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $60 - $96 per hour based on qualifications and experience.
Who can apply
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