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Managing Editor, House
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Condé Nast is a global media company producing the highest quality content with a footprint of more than 1 billion consumers in 32 territories through print, digital, video and social platforms. The company's portfolio includes many of the world's most respected and influential media properties including Vogue, Vanity Fair, Glamour, Self, GQ, The New Yorker, Condé Nast Traveler/Traveller, Allure, AD, Bon Appétit and Wired, among others.
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Condé Nast is a global media company, home to iconic brands including Vogue, GQ, Glamour, CN Traveller, Vanity Fair, Wired, The World of Interiors, House & Garden and Tatler, among many others.
We are headquartered in New York and London and operate in 32 markets worldwide, with a footprint of more than 1 billion consumers across print, digital, video and social platforms.
Condé Nast thrives on collaboration, and our teams come together in the office four days a week (Monday - Thursday).
We value diversity of background, views and cultures. We celebrate people for their personal qualities, skills and contributions, recognising the power our brands have to influence and shape culture.
The Role
House & Garden is seeking a Managing Editor to join the team at an exciting stage of the brand's development. This senior leadership role involves overseeing all editorial operations and setting strategic direction to ensure the title's continued growth and excellence across all platforms.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall leadership for content quality, innovation, and operational efficiency. This role encompasses high-level strategic planning, team development, budget management, and cross-departmental collaboration. The Managing Editor will work closely with senior stakeholders, including the Editor to shape the brand's editorial vision and ensure alignment with business objectives.
It is essential for the candidate to possess a proactive approach to problem-solving, anticipate challenges before they arise, and foster a motivated, high-performing team environment. A strong interest in interiors and gardens is preferred.
What will you be doing?
- Collaborate with the Editor to develop and refine the department's goals and strategy, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives and audience engagement targets.
- Lead all recruitment efforts in collaboration with Heads of Department to ensure the staffing model aligns with current and future operational needs.
- Lead editorial department meetings to help shape, develop, and execute the brand's editorial strategy, ensuring alignment with overall business goals and audience engagement objectives.
- Guide and approve editorial content across all platforms, maintaining high standards of quality, originality, and relevance.
- Oversee workflow, scheduling, and resource allocation for all editorial projects, including supplements and special issues.
- Develop and manage budgets for the editorial department, ensuring cost efficiency, and provide strategic insights for revenue-generating initiatives.
- Work closely with Production, Commercial, Legal, Syndication, Digital, Audience Development, and other internal teams to ensure seamless content delivery and brand consistency.
- Lead initiatives to enhance digital content, social media engagement, and audience analytics to meet traffic and engagement targets.
- Collaborate with legal teams to mitigate risks, oversee rights management, and ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Maintain strong relationships with external contributors, partners, and global teams to maximize content opportunities and brand reach.
- Serve as an escalation point for people-related matters, working closely with the People Team to resolve issues, listen and respond to feedback, and support staff wellbeing.
- Act as an escalation point for workflow issues, blockers, or operational inefficiencies that could impact meeting deadlines, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining smooth editorial output.
- Focus on continuous improvement by regularly reviewing and optimising editorial workflows to enhance efficiency and performance, ensuring deadlines are met.
- Proactively address potential operational or content-related issues, providing strategic solutions to mitigate impact.
- Act as a senior representative for House & Garden at industry events, conferences, and internal meetings.
About You:
- Extensive editorial experience within magazine, digital media, and content production, with a track record of leadership at a senior level.
- Proven ability to develop and execute editorial strategies that drive growth and engagement.
- Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience mentoring senior editors and managing large teams.
- Exceptional organisational, project management, and multitasking abilities.
- Thrives in high-pace environment with exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple stakeholders with competing priorities
- Continuous improvement mindset - bringing new ideas and creative solutions to complex issues.
- Financial acumen with experience managing budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across multiple departments.
- A forward-thinking approach with an aptitude for innovation in digital publishing.
- A passion for interiors, gardens, and lifestyle content is highly desirable.
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Please upload your CV and cover letter/portfolio, which highlights why you'd love to take on this role and why you're a great match for what we're looking for.
We value the time and effort behind every application. All submissions are reviewed by a member of our talent team - we don't use AI-assisted technology to review applications.
*What benefits do we offer? *
- 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) and extra days of annual leave if you move house or want to volunteer.
- You'll have access to a competitive pension scheme, Bupa Private Healthcare, Season ticket loans and eye tests.
- We offer a range of tools to support your wellbeing, including core hours, 10 remote days (from home or a country with a Condé Nast office location), access to our Employee Assistance Programme, corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme.
- We're a dog friendly office, plus you'll enjoy discounts and magazine subscriptions, keeping you up to date with all things Condé Nast.
- We encourage personal and professional growth through the Condé Nast Learning Hub where you'll find an extensive portfolio of learning courses and training, available in local languages.
- Our Employee Resource Groups provide a platform for employees to identify shared objectives, exchange ideas, and work on community priorities for our global workforce.
What happens next?
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply below, and we will review your application as soon as possible. You can update your resume or upload a cover letter at any time by accessing your candidate profile.
Condé Nast is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status and other legally protected characteristics.
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Assistant Night News Editor
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The Sun is the biggest news brand in the UK, publishing hundreds of stories a day and reaching over 170m unique users digitally every month. Its exclusives set the news agenda and its campaigns have changed the lives of many. Delivering news, entertainment, and sports coverage to millions of readers every day. With a rich history spanning decades, we are dedicated to providing accurate, insightful, and engaging content across print and digital platforms.
The Sun has a mass-market audience and aims to appeal to a diverse audience in the UK and beyond.
Your role: The News team is looking for a talented journalist with impeccable story judgement who flourishes under pressure to help bring in world exclusives. You will work as a crucial member of the news desk’s evening operation, running a team of reporters covering breaking stories and bagging the best scoops.
Day to day you will:
- Ensure the news team bring in great exclusive stories every shift
- Have a clear understanding of what makes a great story for our readers
- Help train and nurture new reporters
- Respond effectively & instinctively to breaking stories
- Problem solve while under pressure from the back bench & online desks
- Be fully aware of legal issues and the IPSO Editors’ Code of Practice.
What we’re looking for from you:
- Previous experience working at national newsroom level with a proven track record of delivering exclusives and excellent news judgement
- Must have flair and an ability to spot the hidden potential in stories
- Unflappable under pressure and delivers work at a consistently high standard
- Positive attitude and good team player
- Solid contacts with agencies and freelancers around the UK
- Can demonstrate an understanding of the The Sun brand across all platforms
- Flexibility to work shift patterns across 7 days. The role is office based
Life at News
Driven by passion, guided by principles and acting with purpose. We represent, reflect and reach the nation, telling the stories that matter. We inform our audiences so that they can make decisions based on trusted information.
We represent, reflect and reach the nation, telling the stories that matter most. To ensure these stories resonate with as broad an audience as possible, it is essential that our organisation reflects the diversity of the people we reach. Whether through age, gender, ethnicity, disability, social class or sexuality, we are committed to representing the rich variety of voices that make up our society. And we champion a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute and thrive as we continue to innovate and drive long term sustainable growth. This is done through our Diversity Strategy.
At News UK, we take pride in our exceptional employee-led networks that bring together individuals with shared interests and create a vibrant sense of community. We believe our networks play a vital role in fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture at News UK. Groups that we support include the African & Caribbean Network, Parents and Carers, and LGBTQ+ group News Is Out, and the Apprentice Society.
Benefits
Some of our benefits include:
- Private medical insurance including coverage for pre-existing conditions
- Discounted gym memberships, free ClassPass at Home, weekly in person/ virtual exercise classes
- ‘Bikes for Work’ and ‘Electric Car’ scheme
- Up to 60% discount on Harper Collins books
- Maternity leave up to 18 weeks full basic salary & paternity leave up to 2 weeks
- Access to exclusive events and competitions with exciting brands such as talkSPORT, Virgin Radio UK & The Times. Weekly virtual panel chats with top journalists and celebrities
- Access to well-being benefits such as EAP, physio/massage and counselling
- A generous pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 5%
- Wide range of training available, plus full LinkedIn Learning
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Culture News Editor/Writer
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The Independent has always been “condemned to innovate”, and has always done so. It has many “firsts” to its credit, including its own creation. It was the first British newspaper to add a Saturday magazine; the first broadsheet to go tabloid; the first to give stunning photography the same prestige as a news or feature story; the first to challenge the Westminster lobby system of closed briefings (“a self-satisfied cabal”); the first to launch a concise quality compact paper, i, in 2010; the first to launch an edition for children; and the first to go fully digital, in 2016. We felt then that our resources would best be concentrated on this growing medium, and progress since has justified that.
Through The Independent Daily Edition app, The Independent and indy100 websites, via social media and via the subscription service, Independent Premium, we hope to continue the work of many decades, and to make our voice ever louder and more insistent the world over; across generations, genders and cultures. Every minute of every day we are forging new bonds with new audiences.
Today we have teams across the globe, from Delhi, Moscow and the Middle East, through to London, New York and Los Angeles.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- We champion diversity in our teams and in our reporting. As a growing and global brand, we must have a workforce that’s more representative of our readers, viewers, clients and partners, and a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone.
- We are committed to hiring and developing a diverse workforce regardless of background, and we support our people to thrive in their careers here.
The Independent is an equal opportunities employer, if you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application, please do not hesitate to advise us accordingly.
The role
The Independent is recruiting a Culture News Editor/Writer to play a central role in driving its UK arts and entertainment coverage, leading major stories and breaking news. The successful candidate will be a team player, with a deep understanding of all aspects of online journalism, and open to sometimes working evenings and weekends, where needed. You must be a confident and experienced journalist who thrives under the pressure of working in a fast-paced newsroom.
About you
- Significant experience in a similar role at similar news website
- A proven track record of covering major culture events (Oscars, Grammy Awards, Baftas, Super Bowl, Eurovision etc.) and breaking news on a culture desk
- NCTJ qualification and demonstrable experience with navigating media law
- Excellent contacts spanning the film, TV, music, comedy and theatre industries
- Strong news sense and ability to present stories in an original, engaging manner
- An understanding of The Independent brand and audience.
Responsibilities
- Source culture news stories that suit The Independent brand and appeal to our readers
- Edit copy quickly and efficiently
- Write clean, accurate copy in-keeping with our brand values and editorial standards
- Understand digital best practices
- Work closely and collaboratively with the head of culture and other senior editors
- Work with the audience team to ensure articles reach the widest possible readership.
Our values - you will deliver across all our values
Inclusive : We champion diversity in our teams and in our reporting. Working as a team, we put transparency and effective communication at the heart of everything we do.
Innovative: From the very beginning, The Independent has been breaking the mould. We take risks and are always looking to try new ideas in pursuit of excellence.
Independent: Nobody tells us what to think; we make up our own minds and aren’t afraid to do things differently. Like our readers, we value honesty and integrity above outside influences.
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Culture News Editor/Writer
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About us
The Independent has always been “condemned to innovate”, and has always done so. It has many “firsts” to its credit, including its own creation. It was the first British newspaper to add a Saturday magazine; the first broadsheet to go tabloid; the first to give stunning photography the same prestige as a news or feature story; the first to challenge the Westminster lobby system of closed briefings (“a self-satisfied cabal”); the first to launch a concise quality compact paper, i, in 2010; the first to launch an edition for children; and the first to go fully digital, in 2016. We felt then that our resources would best be concentrated on this growing medium, and progress since has justified that.
Through The Independent Daily Edition app, The Independent and indy100 websites, via social media and via the subscription service, Independent Premium, we hope to continue the work of many decades, and to make our voice ever louder and more insistent the world over; across generations, genders and cultures. Every minute of every day we are forging new bonds with new audiences.
Today we have teams across the globe, from Delhi, Moscow and the Middle East, through to London, New York and Los Angeles.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- We champion diversity in our teams and in our reporting. As a growing and global brand, we must have a workforce that’s more representative of our readers, viewers, clients and partners, and a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone.
- We are committed to hiring and developing a diverse workforce regardless of background, and we support our people to thrive in their careers here.
The Independent is an equal opportunities employer, if you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application, please do not hesitate to advise us accordingly.
The role
The Independent is recruiting a Culture News Editor/Writer to play a central role in driving its UK arts and entertainment coverage, leading major stories and breaking news. The successful candidate will be a team player, with a deep understanding of all aspects of online journalism, and open to sometimes working evenings and weekends, where needed. You must be a confident and experienced journalist who thrives under the pressure of working in a fast-paced newsroom.
About you
- Significant experience in a similar role at similar news website
- A proven track record of covering major culture events (Oscars, Grammy Awards, Baftas, Super Bowl, Eurovision etc.) and breaking news on a culture desk
- NCTJ qualification and demonstrable experience with navigating media law
- Excellent contacts spanning the film, TV, music, comedy and theatre industries
- Strong news sense and ability to present stories in an original, engaging manner
- An understanding of The Independent brand and audience.
Responsibilities
- Source culture news stories that suit The Independent brand and appeal to our readers
- Edit copy quickly and efficiently
- Write clean, accurate copy in-keeping with our brand values and editorial standards
- Understand digital best practices
- Work closely and collaboratively with the head of culture and other senior editors
- Work with the audience team to ensure articles reach the widest possible readership.
Our values - you will deliver across all our values
Inclusive : We champion diversity in our teams and in our reporting. Working as a team, we put transparency and effective communication at the heart of everything we do.
Innovative: From the very beginning, The Independent has been breaking the mould. We take risks and are always looking to try new ideas in pursuit of excellence.
Independent: Nobody tells us what to think; we make up our own minds and aren’t afraid to do things differently. Like our readers, we value honesty and integrity above outside influences.
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Culture News Editor/Writer
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About us
The Independent has always been “condemned to innovate”, and has always done so. It has many “firsts” to its credit, including its own creation. It was the first British newspaper to add a Saturday magazine; the first broadsheet to go tabloid; the first to give stunning photography the same prestige as a news or feature story; the first to challenge the Westminster lobby system of closed briefings (“a self-satisfied cabal”); the first to launch a concise quality compact paper, i, in 2010; the first to launch an edition for children; and the first to go fully digital, in 2016. We felt then that our resources would best be concentrated on this growing medium, and progress since has justified that.
Through The Independent Daily Edition app, The Independent and indy100 websites, via social media and via the subscription service, Independent Premium, we hope to continue the work of many decades, and to make our voice ever louder and more insistent the world over; across generations, genders and cultures. Every minute of every day we are forging new bonds with new audiences.
Today we have teams across the globe, from Delhi, Moscow and the Middle East, through to London, New York and Los Angeles.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- We champion diversity in our teams and in our reporting. As a growing and global brand, we must have a workforce that’s more representative of our readers, viewers, clients and partners, and a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone.
- We are committed to hiring and developing a diverse workforce regardless of background, and we support our people to thrive in their careers here.
The Independent is an equal opportunities employer, if you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application, please do not hesitate to advise us accordingly.
The role
The Independent is recruiting a Culture News Editor/Writer to play a central role in driving its UK arts and entertainment coverage, leading major stories and breaking news. The successful candidate will be a team player, with a deep understanding of all aspects of online journalism, and open to sometimes working evenings and weekends, where needed. You must be a confident and experienced journalist who thrives under the pressure of working in a fast-paced newsroom.
About you
- Significant experience in a similar role at similar news website
- A proven track record of covering major culture events (Oscars, Grammy Awards, Baftas, Super Bowl, Eurovision etc.) and breaking news on a culture desk
- NCTJ qualification and demonstrable experience with navigating media law
- Excellent contacts spanning the film, TV, music, comedy and theatre industries
- Strong news sense and ability to present stories in an original, engaging manner
- An understanding of The Independent brand and audience.
Responsibilities
- Source culture news stories that suit The Independent brand and appeal to our readers
- Edit copy quickly and efficiently
- Write clean, accurate copy in-keeping with our brand values and editorial standards
- Understand digital best practices
- Work closely and collaboratively with the head of culture and other senior editors
- Work with the audience team to ensure articles reach the widest possible readership.
Our values - you will deliver across all our values
Inclusive : We champion diversity in our teams and in our reporting. Working as a team, we put transparency and effective communication at the heart of everything we do.
Innovative: From the very beginning, The Independent has been breaking the mould. We take risks and are always looking to try new ideas in pursuit of excellence.
Independent: Nobody tells us what to think; we make up our own minds and aren’t afraid to do things differently. Like our readers, we value honesty and integrity above outside influences.
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Culture News Editor/Writer
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About us
The Independent has always been “condemned to innovate”, and has always done so. It has many “firsts” to its credit, including its own creation. It was the first British newspaper to add a Saturday magazine; the first broadsheet to go tabloid; the first to give stunning photography the same prestige as a news or feature story; the first to challenge the Westminster lobby system of closed briefings (“a self-satisfied cabal”); the first to launch a concise quality compact paper, i, in 2010; the first to launch an edition for children; and the first to go fully digital, in 2016. We felt then that our resources would best be concentrated on this growing medium, and progress since has justified that.
Through The Independent Daily Edition app, The Independent and indy100 websites, via social media and via the subscription service, Independent Premium, we hope to continue the work of many decades, and to make our voice ever louder and more insistent the world over; across generations, genders and cultures. Every minute of every day we are forging new bonds with new audiences.
Today we have teams across the globe, from Delhi, Moscow and the Middle East, through to London, New York and Los Angeles.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- We champion diversity in our teams and in our reporting. As a growing and global brand, we must have a workforce that’s more representative of our readers, viewers, clients and partners, and a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone.
- We are committed to hiring and developing a diverse workforce regardless of background, and we support our people to thrive in their careers here.
The Independent is an equal opportunities employer, if you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application, please do not hesitate to advise us accordingly.
The role
The Independent is recruiting a Culture News Editor/Writer to play a central role in driving its UK arts and entertainment coverage, leading major stories and breaking news. The successful candidate will be a team player, with a deep understanding of all aspects of online journalism, and open to sometimes working evenings and weekends, where needed. You must be a confident and experienced journalist who thrives under the pressure of working in a fast-paced newsroom.
About you
- Significant experience in a similar role at similar news website
- A proven track record of covering major culture events (Oscars, Grammy Awards, Baftas, Super Bowl, Eurovision etc.) and breaking news on a culture desk
- NCTJ qualification and demonstrable experience with navigating media law
- Excellent contacts spanning the film, TV, music, comedy and theatre industries
- Strong news sense and ability to present stories in an original, engaging manner
- An understanding of The Independent brand and audience.
Responsibilities
- Source culture news stories that suit The Independent brand and appeal to our readers
- Edit copy quickly and efficiently
- Write clean, accurate copy in-keeping with our brand values and editorial standards
- Understand digital best practices
- Work closely and collaboratively with the head of culture and other senior editors
- Work with the audience team to ensure articles reach the widest possible readership.
Our values - you will deliver across all our values
Inclusive : We champion diversity in our teams and in our reporting. Working as a team, we put transparency and effective communication at the heart of everything we do.
Innovative: From the very beginning, The Independent has been breaking the mould. We take risks and are always looking to try new ideas in pursuit of excellence.
Independent: Nobody tells us what to think; we make up our own minds and aren’t afraid to do things differently. Like our readers, we value honesty and integrity above outside influences.
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Live News Sub-Editor (Sport)
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The Times and The Sunday Times represent a combined 400 years of covering news and providing comment and analysis on the UK and the world. We are authoritative, credible, responsible, trusted and a part of the nation’s cultural heritage.
Your role: We are looking for a digital-first Live News Sub-Editor for The Times and The Sunday Times sport production department.
Applicants must have experience of managing liveblogs, writing breaking news copy, be comfortable using social media tools and platforms (such as X, Instagram, Echobox) and have some understanding of the social media landscape.
Candidates must have some SEO knowledge and social video editing skills are an advantage (for platforms such as Instagram Reels and TikTok).
The successful applicant will also have experience in editing copy quickly and accurately while being able to write headlines and furniture to a very high standard.
Apply with a covering letter and your CV by Nov 9.
Day to day you will:
- Work predominantly on live blogs, breaking news files while also undertaking subbing shifts, which include responsibility for either posting on social media or producing the table edition
- Optimise headlines for search platforms such as Google — ensuring the right keywords are included
- Sub-edit copy and write headlines and furniture to a high standard in line with the style guide
- Work with the sport desks and production colleagues in design, pictures, graphics and multimedia to produce content efficiently
- Understand the requirements and expectations of the sport editors
- This job will involve regular working in the newsroom and some late shifts
What we’re looking for from you:
- An understanding of the social media landscape and how to use platforms such as Instagram, X and TikTok to promote our journalism
- Strong sub-editor with a proven ability to edit copy quickly, accurately and to the highest standard, with a demonstrable interest in sport
- Imaginative in writing headlines and other page/digital furniture, with an eye for striking images and graphic ideas, while also aware of the importance of search engine optimisation and metadata
- Well-developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to solve problems and negotiate
- Experience working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
- Flexible and committed, comes up with ideas about how to improve our content
- A strong understanding of editorial compliance and regulatory issues
We are News UK : One of the leading media businesses in the UK and Ireland. Our newsbrands include The Times, The Sunday Times, The Sun, The Sun on Sunday and The TLS. Our national broadcast brands include talkSPORT, Times Radio, Talk and Virgin Radio UK, and we have market-leading local radio stations across Ireland. Our world-famous brands provide news, analysis, opinion and entertainment to almost 40 million people each month. Spanning print and pixel, audio and video, events and experiences, our multiplatform brands are home to a plurality of opinion, representing the diverse communities we serve. News UK is wholly owned by News Corp.
Life at News
Driven by passion, guided by principles and acting with purpose. We represent, reflect and reach the nation, telling the stories that matter. We inform our audiences so that they can make decisions based on trusted information.
To do this, we believe our employees must represent different backgrounds, perspectives and experiences. We strive to maximise and encourage every individual’s potential and ensure everyone feels valued. We support this through our Diversity Strategy, which focuses on three main priorities - attracting talent from a wider, more representative pool, developing equity programmes to drive better representation in our leadership, and ensuring diversity in our workforce as well as the journalism and content we produce. We also currently have 13 employee led networks and groups that support our strategy and connect like minded employees socially.
Benefits
Some of our benefits include:
- Maternity leave up to 18 weeks full basic salary & paternity leave up to 2 weeks
- Wide range of training available, plus full LinkedIn Learning access
- Private medical insurance including coverage for pre-existing conditions
- Discounted gym memberships , free ClassPass at Home, weekly virtual yoga classes
- ‘Bikes for Work’ and ‘Electric Car’ scheme
- Up to 60% discount on Harper Collins books
- Access to exclusive events and competitions with exciting brands such as talkSPORT, Virgin Radio UK & The Times. Weekly virtual panel chats with top journalists and celebrities
- Access to wellbeing benefits such as EAP, physio/massage and counselling
- A generous pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 5%
- 30 days holiday , plus bank holidays and up to 4 volunteering days per year
We want to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to perform to their best when applying for a role. If you would like to receive any information in a different way or for us to do anything differently to support you apply for any of our roles please contact us on (email protected).
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Copy Editor for General News
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Copy Editor for General News,CGTN
Location : Beijing, China
Position Type: Full Time
Contract Length: 12-Month renewable contract
About the job
The ideal candidate has a solid background in journalism or editing. He or she will be joining CGTN at a time of major expansion. Successful candidates need to be experienced at handling breaking news. Candidates should have a high tolerance for ambiguity and be independent to thrive in a country where they likely don’t speak the language. Preferred candidates have previously lived and worked abroad.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review scripts for accuracy, style, balance and conformity. Check source material and ensure scripts are ready for air.
- Edit copy to ensure scripts are easy to understand, interesting, creative and compelling. Work toward conversational anchor copy that is accurate and up-to-date.
- Serve as a close advisor on editorial, grammar and news language issues.
- Verify accuracy of all components of programs, including graphics and other on-air editorial elements.
- Correctly format scripts and view video and graphics to ensure scripts and images are in sync.
- Take a proactive and diplomatic role in many aspects of program preparation.
- Collaborate with other team members in order to help determine most creative and editorially accurate solutions.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Undergraduate degree
- 5+ years of experience with strong editing skills which includes accuracy, balance, language and style.
- Native English speaker.
- Proven accomplished writer who thinks in visuals.
- Flexibility to adapt during breaking news, and an ability to adapt to program or anchor style and rewrite when necessary.
- Must be able to produce quality work in a fast-paced and demanding live / 24-hour news environment.
- Previous experience working overseas preferred.
- Extensive knowledge of current events, geopolitics and international relations, especially China and APAC countries.
- Must be able to work irregular hours and work an extended schedule as the news cycle and deadlines require.
- Proficiency with desk-top editing software a plus.
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to with “Copy Editor” in the subject line.
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Copy Editor for General News
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Copy Editor for General News,CGTN
Location : Beijing, China
Position Type: Full Time
Contract Length: 12-Month renewable contract
About the job
The ideal candidate has a solid background in journalism or editing. He or she will be joining CGTN at a time of major expansion. Successful candidates need to be experienced at handling breaking news. Candidates should have a high tolerance for ambiguity and be independent to thrive in a country where they likely don’t speak the language. Preferred candidates have previously lived and worked abroad.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review scripts for accuracy, style, balance and conformity. Check source material and ensure scripts are ready for air.
- Edit copy to ensure scripts are easy to understand, interesting, creative and compelling. Work toward conversational anchor copy that is accurate and up-to-date.
- Serve as a close advisor on editorial, grammar and news language issues.
- Verify accuracy of all components of programs, including graphics and other on-air editorial elements.
- Correctly format scripts and view video and graphics to ensure scripts and images are in sync.
- Take a proactive and diplomatic role in many aspects of program preparation.
- Collaborate with other team members in order to help determine most creative and editorially accurate solutions.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Undergraduate degree
- 5+ years of experience with strong editing skills which includes accuracy, balance, language and style.
- Native English speaker.
- Proven accomplished writer who thinks in visuals.
- Flexibility to adapt during breaking news, and an ability to adapt to program or anchor style and rewrite when necessary.
- Must be able to produce quality work in a fast-paced and demanding live / 24-hour news environment.
- Previous experience working overseas preferred.
- Extensive knowledge of current events, geopolitics and international relations, especially China and APAC countries.
- Must be able to work irregular hours and work an extended schedule as the news cycle and deadlines require.
- Proficiency with desk-top editing software a plus.
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to with “Copy Editor” in the subject line.
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Senior Content & Editorial Manager
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For over a century, The King’s Fund has worked to improve people’s health and care. We tackle the thorniest questions facing our health and care system, and in turn society. We do this through our research, analysis and insight; leadership and organisational development with health and care leaders; convening and events; and partnering with others. With bold thinking for better health, we’re on a mission to inspire hope and confidence that we can create a world where everyone lives a healthy life.
About the role
The King’s Fund is seeking a creative leader with a passion for storytelling that drives change. Join us as Senior Content & Editorial Manager for the opportunity to shape and deliver a bold new content strategy that brings to life our work on health and care across multiple platforms.
In this new and pivotal role, you’ll be responsible for developing and overseeing an ambitious content plan that aligns with our brand, strategic priorities, and storytelling goals. You’ll champion high editorial and creative standards, while supporting and inspiring your team to produce compelling, purpose-led content that resonates with health and care leaders, service users, and patients alike.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a multidisciplinary team of writers, designers, and video producers, creating impactful content that influences policy, drives engagement, and helps us reach our key audiences.
From managing a production pipeline to embedding storytelling in cross-organisational campaigns, you’ll play a central role in shaping how The King’s Fund communicates its mission. You’ll bring experience of using the latest technologies, as well exploring emergent ones – including AI.
We’re seeking someone with proven experience of planning and delivering content in a complex organisation, with a strong grasp of multichannel strategy and a flair for visual and written storytelling. You’ll be comfortable working at pace, influencing senior stakeholders, and balancing creativity with strategic objectives. If you're excited by the idea of unlocking creativity to help improve health and care for all, we’d love to hear from you
The Fund is committed to a hybrid working model that meets the organisation’s needs, while giving staff flexibility to choose between office and home working. Staff are expected to work a minimum of 40% from our central London office and are free to work more days from the office if they prefer.
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