I'm Isobel Lindsay, a Web Content Specialist with 10+ years of experience improving website performance, engagement and usability across public, private and agency environments. I excel in content strategy, UX, accessibility, analytics (GA4), SEO and CMS management, and I'm known for translating complex information into clear, user-centered content. I work quickly, pay attention to detail, collaborate well with cross-functional team, or manage my workload autonomously, to deliver engaging digital experiences that meet user needs and business goals.

Isobel Lindsay

I'm Isobel Lindsay, a Web Content Specialist with 10+ years of experience improving website performance, engagement and usability across public, private and agency environments. I excel in content strategy, UX, accessibility, analytics (GA4), SEO and CMS management, and I'm known for translating complex information into clear, user-centered content. I work quickly, pay attention to detail, collaborate well with cross-functional team, or manage my workload autonomously, to deliver engaging digital experiences that meet user needs and business goals.

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I’m Isobel Lindsay, a Web Content Specialist with 10+ years of experience improving website performance, engagement and usability across public, private and agency environments. I excel in content strategy, UX, accessibility, analytics (GA4), SEO and CMS management, and I’m known for translating complex information into clear, user-centered content.

I work quickly, pay attention to detail, collaborate well with cross-functional team, or manage my workload autonomously, to deliver engaging digital experiences that meet user needs and business goals.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Web Content Officer at The Bar Council, London
January 1, 2022 - April 28, 2026
In this newly established role I oversaw and enhanced the Bar Council’s website presence by writing and editing engaging copy and building designs for campaigns, projects, routine programmes and events. I optimised content to improve search visibility and engagement, and managed competing priorities while communicating expectations with colleagues. I also shared insights and monitor campaign success in GA4.
Digital Projects Coordinator at YouGov, London
July 1, 2020 - November 1, 2021
Led digital migration projects and Office 365 initiatives; migrated intranet systems; developed processes to keep intranet content fresh and up to date; collaborated with teams to identify best information management solutions across multiple locations worldwide.
Online Digital Migration Analyst at YouGov, London
January 1, 2020 - July 1, 2020
Supported the intranet launch for ~1,200 staff; extended contract to manage Office 365 and intranet during the pandemic; developed strategy to ensure smooth migration and ongoing information management across locations.
Digital Content Officer at Imperial College, London
June 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019
Rebuilt the public-facing HR website; ran content design workshops to simplify processes and structure content; demonstrated how to deliver visitor-focused content.
Content Manager at Tribal Worldwide, London
July 1, 2018 - June 1, 2019
Worked on Volkswagen UK, Exxon Mobil and Seat accounts; increased conversions by optimising content and collaborated with strategists, designers, copywriters and data analysts; migrated websites between CMS platforms with defined strategies and processes.
Website Executive at Schools, Students and Teachers Network (SSAT), London
April 1, 2017 - July 1, 2018
Optimised and managed web content for SEO and PPC campaigns; produced clear, easy-to-digest content with designers and subject matter experts; designed user journeys by implementing tracking with personalisation.
Website & Events Executive at Energy Networks Association (ENA), London
June 1, 2016 - February 1, 2017
Managed multiple websites and publications; designed publications using Adobe and Piktochart; supported events and publications.
Online Communications Advisor at Victorian Building Authority (VBA), Melbourne
December 1, 2015 - April 1, 2016
Managed website content, CMS and processes; provided strategic best-practice advice to staff for online processes; generated insights and analytics reports for colleagues about the website and newsletter.
Communications Officer at Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT), Melbourne
August 1, 2013 - December 1, 2015
Managed the website, designed the newsletter and supported the team; led the website migration project to a new platform; trained staff and led working groups on redevelopment and brand guidelines.
Communications and Correspondence roles at Department of Primary Industries, Melbourne
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013
Wrote correspondence to the public on behalf of the Minister and department leaders; transitioned into website content and collaborated with the communications team.
Freelance Copywriter/Editor/Content Specialist at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2015
Completed freelance copywriting, copyediting, design, fiction writing and editing across various projects; gained broad experience across multiple formats.
Technical Writer / Systems Engineer at Quest Payment Systems
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010
Wrote technical documentation about payments systems for audiences ranging from customer service staff to technical teams; contributed to clearer, more accessible documentation.
Communications Support and Administration at Department of Infrastructure
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2006
Supported the communications and client services team with publications and administration; advised on online processes and workflows.
Web Content Officer at The Bar Council
January 1, 2022 - April 28, 2026
Oversee and enhance the Bar Council’s website presence; write/edit engaging copy and build designs for campaigns, projects, programmes and events; optimise content to improve search visibility and engagement; manage competing priorities and communicate expectations; monitor campaign performance using GA4.
Digital Projects Coordinator at YouGov
July 1, 2020 - November 30, 2021
Coordinate digital projects and intranet initiatives; develop and implement migration/transition strategies; create processes to keep internal systems fresh and up to date; collaborate with teams across locations on information management.
Online Digital Migration Analyst at YouGov
January 1, 2020 - July 31, 2020
Led migration from one intranet system to another; contributed to strategy development; established processes to maintain intranet quality; advised teams on information management across multiple locations worldwide.
Website and Events Executive at Energy Networks Association (ENA), London
June 1, 2016 - February 28, 2017
Managed multiple websites and publications; designed materials using Adobe and Piktochart.

Education

Professional Diploma in Digital Marketing at Digital Marketing Institute, London
January 1, 2017 - June 22, 2017
Professional Writing and Editing at RMIT University, Melbourne
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
Visual Arts at RMIT University, Melbourne
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003

Qualifications

Proofreading training
December 17, 2025 - December 17, 2025
Time management training
January 1, 2025 - February 27, 2026
Tone of voice training (writing simply for business and communications)
January 1, 2024 - February 27, 2026
Google Analytics 4
January 1, 2024 - February 27, 2026
JavaScript introduction
January 1, 2021 - February 27, 2026
Creating accessible PDFs
January 1, 2019 - February 27, 2026
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
January 1, 2014 - February 27, 2026
HTML and CSS (Adobe DreamWeaver)
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Figma Basics
March 2, 2026 - April 1, 2026

Industry Experience

Government, Professional Services, Education, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Non-Profit Organization