Content Creator, Writer & Editor (Contractual)

Job Title: Content Creator, Writer & Editor
Team: R&D Communications Location : Mumbai
Please note : This is a contractual third-party opportunity.
About HUL R&D
HUL R&D combines pioneering people, breakthrough science and leading-edge digital intelligence to create innovations for Indian as well as global consumers. With R&D sites in Mumbai and Bengaluru, the team brings together scientists, engineers, consumer experts, data specialists and other innovators to deliver bold, sustainable and differentiated innovation across HUL’s brands.
https://www.hul.co.in/our-company/rd-innovation/
Role purpose
Lead engaging, high-quality communications that bring HUL R&D’s people, science and innovation to life. The role will turn complex work—from breakthrough science and digital intelligence to consumer-led product innovation—into compelling stories for internal and external audiences. It will strengthen the visibility of R&D leaders and top talent, particularly through LinkedIn and digital channels.
Key responsibilities
Create communications that showcase HUL R&D’s pioneering people, breakthrough science, digital intelligence and consumer-led innovation.
Develop stories on scientific advances, new technologies, innovation launches, R&D talent and collaborations.
Translate complex scientific, technical and digital topics into clear, engaging narratives for colleagues, senior leaders, external audiences and talent communities.
Partner with R&D teams to identify and communicate stories across areas such as biotechnology, microbiome science, food science, digital innovation, packaging and sustainability.
Shape and manage LinkedIn profiles, content plans and thought-leadership posts for R&D leaders and top talent.
Create, update and maintain R&D web pages and content hubs that are clear, accurate, and easy to navigate.
Write, edit, and proofread articles, leadership messages, presentations, newsletters, campaigns, videos, and social content
Build editorial calendars and manage content workflows, reviews, approvals, and publication schedules.
Use channel performance data and audience feedback to improve the reach and impact of R&D content.
Use AI tools responsibly to research, draft, edit, summarize, repurpose and optimize content, with human review and confidentiality safeguards.
Support the editing of technical, regulatory and authority-facing documents when needed.
Work closely with R&D, Corporate Affairs, Legal, Regulatory Affairs and subject-matter experts.
 
Skills and experience
Proven experience in content creation, writing and editing, ideally in innovation, science, technology, consumer goods or a related field.
Excellent written English, strong editorial judgement and the ability to make complex topics engaging and accessible.
Understand the fundamentals of science and technology to be able to craft in-depth R&D communications.
Experience creating executive communications, social content and LinkedIn thought leadership.
Understanding of scientific, technical, consumer and digital innovation topics.
Experience using a website or content-management system, such as SharePoint, to build and update pages.
Basic understanding of clear page structure, accessibility, searchability and user-friendly digital content.
Strong knowledge of digital communications, content planning, audience analytics and channel best practices.
Practical experience with generative AI, content automation and responsible AI use.
Strong stakeholder-management and project-management skills.
Experience with technical or regulatory documentation is helpful but not essential.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Proven working experience of 3 or more years in corporate communication/public relations or journalism in a reputed corporate, PR agency or media organization, preferably in an FMCG/pharmaceutical/research-led industry. 
A Masters or Bachelor’s degree in science is preferred