Content & Thought Leadership Recruitment

Your Specialist Partner for Content & Thought Leadership Talent

What is Content & Thought Leadership?

Content & Thought Leadership is the function that builds your brand's authority. It turns your unique expertise into compelling narratives, engaging articles, and data-driven reports that position you as an industry leader and build trust with your audience. We are specialist recruiters for the storytellers who make this happen.

Recruiting for every Content & Thought Leadership Role

Our specialist consultants understand the unique demands of this function. We have a dedicated service to find the right talent at every level of your team:

Retained Executive Search>: For your Head of Content, Director of Thought Leadership, or Head of Editorial.
Exclusive Permanent Placements>: For your Content Strategy Manager, Senior Content Writer, or Thought Leadership Specialist.
Contract & Interim>: For Campaign Support, Annual Report Writers, or Interim Content Managers.

Extensive experience in thought-leadership
Our network includes content strategists, content writers and thought leadership experts who know how to craft impactful messaging that resonates with target audiences. Whether you're looking for a director of content to drive an editorial strategy or a head of content to define and execute your brand’s tone of voice, we connect businesses with professionals who create results-driven content.
Staying ahead of content strategies and trends
The content landscape is continually evolving, with SEO, digital storytelling and data-driven content strategies playing an increasingly critical role. We source candidates who understand how to optimise content for visibility, engage audiences through multiple channels and develop thought leadership strategies that build long-term trust.
More than recruitment, a trusted adviser
At Comms Search & Selection, we go beyond job placements. We build lasting relationships, understanding aspirations, matching outstanding candidates with high-performing clients and positioning them for success. Finding the right fit isn’t just about ticking boxes, it’s about aligning values, ambitions, skill sets and expertise. That’s why organisations trust us. We don’t just place candidates, we connect them with meaningful opportunities that shape their careers.
Supporting you with speed and discretion
Partner with us as we connect content and thought-leadership specialists with ambitious businesses across multiple sectors, looking to engage with audiences in a clear and meaningful way. Whether you're a candidate ready for your next challenge or a business scaling fast, replacing a senior leader or building a new function, we offer tailored support with speed, discretion and precision to ensure the right fit every time.

Back to specialist services >

Not sure which service is right for you?

Choosing the right search model is a critical first step. Contact our specialist team for a confidential consultation. We will help you build the perfect hiring strategy for your Content & Thought Leadership team.

Request a Consultation >