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Content Marketing Consultant & Copywriter

Good content isn’t just written. It’s worked out.

Most content problems are not writing problems. They are thinking problems. The brief is wrong, the angle is off, or the page is trying to say too much to too many people.

I help specialist businesses find the right argument before anyone writes a word.

Desk and bookshelves at Ben Locker’s grandfather’s house
The desk that changed my life

A few things worth knowing

Writing professionally since 2006

300+ businesses helped

DMA research named me as ‘one of the copywriters who copywriters rate’.

Sector experience

Where clear explanation matters

In some industries, vague or careless content can damage trust, create confusion or expose a business to risk. Regulated organisations need copy that is accurate and careful. Technical businesses need content that earns the respect of informed readers. Specialist firms need a writer who can understand the subject quickly and ask the right questions.

These are the areas where my experience is strongest.

Accountants & Tax Advisers
Insurance & Financial Services
Construction & Built Environment
Property marketing
Professional Services
Marketing Agencies

Also useful for international teams

English editing for international teams

If your specialists produce strong technical content in English, I can help make sure it reads as naturally and clearly as it needs to – for UK and international audiences who will judge your firm by how it writes.

English editing

Testimonials

What clients say

A little evidence from clients who needed clear thinking and clear words.

Content strategy, SEO and AI visibility

Not only is Ben an excellent copywriter but he is also a gifted content consultant who understands how to get into top search positions and into AI overviews.

I do not have to edit much or any of Ben’s content, as the quality of his research and writing is so good, and given that I am a perfectionist myself that’s quite an endorsement.

Jon Pryse-Jones THP Chartered Accountants

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Copywriting and critical insight

Ben has developed an excellent understanding of our business, brand voice, audience, and approach to search-optimised website content. He consistently delivers, whether working to a brief to create new blog posts, refreshing existing content, or expediting a piece at short notice.

Ben is a pleasure to work with, and I value his critical insight and recommendations to improve our content. His help has been invaluable in bringing our content plans to fruition.

Hannah Tweedie ACIM Alan Boswell Group

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Content strategy, writing and critical thinking

Ben’s work is next level, which is why we are so proud to have him be part of the Garda team. Never one to accept things on face value, Ben will challenge us before we even meet with the client and will always add value to the whole content creation process.

If you want to create content that really does cut through, Ben is the ideal person to call.

Tony Burrows Garda

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