Global Content & Thought Leadership Lead (Sr. Manager or Director) Remote US or UK

In this role you are a senior content leader editor and strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the issues shaping AECOMs clients agendas and the global infrastructure industry. Working with the global head of marketing global marketing leadership team business leaders and subjectmatter experts you will define and deliver a cohesive global content and thought leadership strategy that strengthens our brand supports growth priorities and elevates the AECOM voice worldwide.

You will lead the development of highimpact insightdriven content across flagship research executive thought leadership and across digital platforms ensuring our ideas are distinctive relevant and activated across channels. Central to the role is translating complex expertise into compelling narratives that influence clients build trust and reinforce our leadership in the market.

This position will offer flexibility for primarily remote work schedules and can be based from a variety of locations in the US or UK.

Key responsibilities

Content strategy and thought leadership

• Working in partnership with the marketing leadership team you will devise and lead a global content and thought leadership strategy aligned to brand positioning enterprise strategic growth priorities and client needs with a clear editorial vision and measurable outcomes.
• Serve as editorial lead on complex highprofile multiauthor content including flagship research (e.g. Future of Infrastructure) brand narratives messaging frameworks and presentations.
• Partner with senior leaders across the business to identify priority themes points of view and opportunities to drive relevance differentiation and spark discussion in the industry.
• Input thought leadership perspectives into broader corporate and marketing strategy discussions ensuring content is an engine for brand and growth.

Editorial governance and planning

• Chair and coordinate the Global Editorial Committee owning the global editorial calendar on and leading structured planning through regular forums and reviews.
• Confirm that all content meets agreed editorial standards tone of voice and quality benchmarks prior to publication.
• Maintain the established content governance framework for AECOM Insights
• Oversee prioritization resourcing and sequencing of content to maximize impact and reuse across regions sectors and channels.

People and team leadership

• Lead the global content and thought leadership function providing leadership and guidance to all writers in AECOM.
• Lead mentor and develop a highperforming inhouse team of two talented writers and editors setting clear objectives standards and development plans.
• Provide editorial direction coaching and feedback to build consistency confidence and craft across the teams output.
• Manage external freelancers and agencies as required ensuring seamless integration with inhouse capabilities and consistent quality.

Content development and execution

• Write and edit seniorlevel thought leadership content that reinforces AECOMs expertise supports enterprise critical pursuits and elevates the client experience.
• Research emerging trends and campaignrelated topics developing original ideas and formats and interviewing subjectmatter experts and leaders across the business.
• Collaborate closely with authors contributors and clients to shape content secure alignment and manage review and clearance processes.

Brand stewardship and best practice

• Champion the AECOMs Stylebook to elevate our writing standards and editorial best practice across the organization through guidance training and advocacy.
• Develop and maintain additional guides and documentspecific editorial frameworks as needed to ensure consistency of tone and approach.
• Act as a trusted advisor to teams on narrative development prepositioning and content for strategic pursuits and campaigns.

Integrated and digital activation

• Advocate consistency and effectiveness of content across formats and channels including longform thought leadership digital articles campaigns and social media.
• Partner with the digital marketing team to optimize content performance across owned earned and paid media.
• Apply SEO AEO and digital best practice where appropriate.
• Continuously test and evolve content approaches based on audience behavior performance insights and return on investment.

What success looks Like

• A clearly articulated global content strategy that brings focus coherence and impact to the AECOM voice.
• Flagship thought leadership content that is recognized reused and activated across markets and channels.
• A confident highperforming global editorial team delivering consistent highquality output.
• Strong partnerships with business and marketing leaders with content viewed as a strategic growth driver rather than a tactical output.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

For Sr. Manager:

• BA/BS plus at least 10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education plus at least 2 years of leadership experience

For Director:

• BA/BS plus at least 12 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education plus at least 4 years of leadership experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a similarly large complex global organization
• Advanced degree

Additional Information :

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position
• Sponsorship for relevant country work authorization is not available for this position now or in the future

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time