Director of Digital and Content

We’re seeking a Director of Digital and Content for a 9-month contract here at Virgin. You'll be accountable for leading the digital, content, and social media strategy across Virgin Red and Virgin. You'll be the driving force behind crafting an engaging online presence that resonates with audiences. If you're a seasoned digital strategist with a flair for content that captivates, this could be the perfect opportunity to make your mark. 

Our Virgin Family 

Join the Virgin Group – a diverse collective driving change, enhancing customer experience, and having a blast. We're daring, disrupting industries from finance to space, united as part of the Virgin Family. 

Virgin Red rewards customers who live the Virgin lifestyle. As the Virgin network hub, we foster deeper customer understanding, opening doors for partners. Bold, distinctive, customer-centric – that's Virgin Red.  
Virgin Management, is the heart of Virgin, nurturing the brand globally. Our diverse, team supports every facet of Virgin. Working in synergy with various Virgin entities globally, our interests are as diverse as travel, health, music, media, finance, and space.  

Tell me more 

• Direct the digital strategy and growth of the Virgin brand, including content, social media, and engagement initiatives. 

• Develop a comprehensive acquisition and monetisation plan for Virgin and Virgin Red to meet key business objectives. 

• Support and partner with Virgin companies on digital, content, social and marketing, strategies to support their goals. 

• Lead a highly engaged team of content makers  to create a world-class social presence that customers will love and oversee the content strategy across platforms. 

• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment between digital efforts and overarching business objectives. 

• Provide strategic guidance and protect the reputation of the Virgin Group. 

What you’ll need 

• Strong leadership and management abilities to direct cross-functional teams and initiatives. 

• Strategic thinking and communication skills to advise senior stakeholders with clarity and confidence. 

• Crisis management expertise to effectively handle reputational risks and digital challenges. 

• Demonstrated creative execution skills and content creation/editing capabilities. 

• Deep awareness of the Virgin brand, voice, and proven track record in digital strategy. 

• Diverse experience managing budgets, partnerships, and complex, multi-faceted projects. 

The extra details 

Role type: 9 month contract 
Location: London hub at least 1-2 days per week & your home space  
Working hours: Full time - We embrace flexible working. Let us know what hours empower you to be at your best both professionally and personally, we’ll try to find a perfect match for you and us. 
Benefits: Buckle up for an adventure with Virgin! Our benefits package isn't just a list - it's your ticket to an extraordinary career and life. Imagine unlimited leave for your globe-trotting dreams, a "Screw it, let's do it pot" to enjoy being you, and a learning budget to fuel your curiosity. We've got your back with top-notch health care, family support that goes the extra mile, and a pension plan to keep your future bright. From electric vehicles to flexible volunteering, we're not just offering a job - we're inviting you to join a community that celebrates your whole self.  
Closing date: 6th November 2024 

Some of the attributes that define a Virgin person just can’t be quantified in words. We pride ourselves on welcoming people from all walks of life, with all sorts of skill sets. Most recently, we successfully campaigned to add ‘Dyslexic Thinking’ as a skill on LinkedIn. Any uniqueness is a strength and will be considered an asset to our workforce. If there is something you would like us to consider, to tailor the hiring process to the way you work best, please don’t hesitate to let us know.  

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