Knowledge Team Leader
About The Position
Guesty is the all-in-one platform for hospitality businesses to automate and optimize every aspect of their operations. With purpose-built technology, industry-wide expertise, and an R&D team of 200+ engineers, Guesty ensures that hospitality businesses can streamline and achieve growth while delivering the best value to guests. With a complete suite of features and 150+ industry partners, including major booking OTAs like Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, Tripadvisor, Expedia, Hopper, Google Travel, and many more, Guesty is transforming the hospitality industry with innovative solutions.
Today, Guesty has 15 offices and 700+ team members across the globe.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Knowledge Team Leader to oversee and guide a talented team of technical writers and video specialists. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership skills, a solid understanding of technical content creation, and a passion for producing high-quality self-service resources. This role combines strategic planning, team management, and hands-on involvement to ensure the delivery of accurate, engaging, and accessible content.
Responsibilities
Team Leadership:
- Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of technical writers and video specialists to achieve their full potential.
- Foster a collaborative, innovative, and supportive team environment.
- Set clear goals, expectations, and performance metrics for the team.
- Conduct regular one-on-one and team meetings to provide feedback, share updates, and address challenges.
- Encourage professional growth and career development within the team.
Project Management:
- Plan, prioritize, and allocate resources effectively to meet project deadlines and business objectives.
- Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
Content Strategy and Quality Assurance:
- Maintain a content strategy that aligns with organizational goals and customer needs.
- Ensure all articles and videos meet high standards for accuracy, clarity, and accessibility.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts and product managers to ensure content is technically accurate and up to date.
- Oversee the creation and maintenance of style guides, templates, and best practices.
Data Analysis and Tools Utilization:
- Perform basic data analysis to measure content performance, user engagement, and team efficiency.
- Use data-driven insights to inform content strategy and improve resource allocation.
- Work with spreadsheets to track project timelines, team metrics, and performance indicators.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Partner with product teams, marketing, and customer support to identify content needs and gaps.
- Advocate for the team’s work and ensure alignment with company objectives.
- Stay informed about industry trends and technological advancements to drive innovation in content creation.
Requirements
- Language: High level of written and verbal English.
- Experience: 3+ years in a leadership role & managing a team, preferably managing technical writers.
- Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of technical writing principles and content development workflows.
- Tools Knowledge: Proficiency with knowledge management tools and HTML.
- Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Project Management: Proven experience in managing complex projects with competing deadlines.
Preferred Skills:
- Familiarity with Video Creation.
- Knowledge of emerging trends in AI-driven content creation tools.
Guesty is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.