News Editor

Full Job Description

£40-£45k + superb benefits. We’re seeking a Membership News Editor with strong writing and copywriting skills to join the communications team for a leading membership body in the commercial financial services industry to deliver both the association's flagship monthly magazine, and daily newsletter.

About them

The organisation is there to help all members and stakeholders build strong relationships, facilitate positive engagements, support the compliance needs of the sector, aid commercial growth, help generate new business leads, champion professional development & life-long learning, keep the industry up-to-date with news issues & developments, provide a wide range of exclusive business support services, give a voice in the industry and lobby those who can effect change. So as you can imagine, there's plenty of content to keep the news editor going.

The Role

Reporting into the absolutely lovely Communications Manager, you'll taking responsibility for the editorial quality and content of monthly magazine and morning daily newsletter. Meeting pre-determined copy and advertising deadlines you'll lead the continuing development and refreshing of the magazine newsletter, writing, sub-editing, proofreading and commissioning articles. To do this you'll need to conduct interviews with key industry figures, liaise with contributors, attend and report on conferences, exhibitions, press launches and seminars where appropriate.

Qualifications and Experience

• A bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, English, or a related field is typically preferred.
• Previous experience working in journalism or a news editing or editorial role is essential.
• Understanding of news production processes, journalistic ethics, and industry standards.
• Excellent writing and editing.
• Familiarity with the financial services industry is highly desirable and experience in member-focused communication or engagement is advantageous.
• Proficient in crafting clear, concise, and engaging news articles, press releases, and other written materials.

In Return

In return they will offer £40-£45k + up to 6% pension contributions, fully flexible and hybrid working (2 days in the office), 28.5 days holiday, including Christmas closed, life insurance, income protection, great office location and a superb team who are supportive, friendly and can offer a great culture. There is lots of scope for this role to develop and evolve and you will find that this position can offer you variety, fresh challenges and the chance to make this newly created role your own.

To Apply

Please apply online or by sending your CV to Alternatively, feel free to call Justyne on 07971 361206 to chat through the role.