Assistant Editor/Writer

The Guardian; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Pension contributions

Life cover and income protection

Corporate gym membership

Support for professional qualifications

Job summary

A prominent news organization in the UK seeks an experienced Assistant Editor/Writer to edit and curate The Long Wave, a newsletter focused on Black life and culture. The ideal candidate will have a strong journalism background, understanding of media law, and a passion for global news about Black communities. This 3-day per week fixed-term contract involves collaboration with reporters and marketers, ensuring accurate and engaging content.

Qualifications

• Experienced journalist with a strong track record working on various titles.
• Ability to bring a diverse perspective to the role.
• Familiarity with trends in newsletters, audience habits, and behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Edit, curate and write The Long Wave newsletter.
• Work with colleagues including reporters and marketing.
• Check work for accuracy and legal compliance.
• Attend news conferences and contribute ideas.

Skills

Journalism experience

Strong editorial judgement

Understanding of media law

Interest in global news agenda

Familiarity with newsletter trends

Job description

Join to apply for the Assistant Editor/Writer role at The Guardian.

Join our team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless, investigative journalism, and holds power to account. Our team of award-winning journalists, cutting-edge commercial professionals, and industry-leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We offer a challenging and exciting environment for career development, with a focus on training, growth and fostering an inclusive culture.

We're looking for an assistant editor/writer to assist in the editing, writing and curation for The Long Wave, a weekly Guardian newsletter which explores Black life and culture from around the world.

From the long history of Black solidarity with Palestinians to the Black female directors taking centre stage, Nesrine Malik and guest writers guide readers through the biggest Black stories.

This role has been created as part of the Scott Trust Legacies of Enslavement programme.

This is a 3 days per week, 9 month fixed term contract or staff secondment.

About the role

• Edit, curate and sometimes write The Long Wave, a weekly newsletter reporting on Black populations around the world
• Work with colleagues, including reporters, news editors and social teams, as required, as well as departments such as marketing and communications
• Check all work for accuracy and legal compliance
• Attend news conferences and planning sessions as required
• Contribute ideas for coverage and development of newsletters

About you

• Experienced journalist with a strong track record working on national, regional, local or specialist titles
• Interest in global news agenda, particularly as it affects Black populations
• Familiarity with trends in newsletters, including audience habits and behaviours
• Strong editorial judgement
• Understanding of media law
• Ideally you will have a demonstrable ability to bring a diverse perspective to this role

We actively encourage applications from candidates who are Black, Asian or minority-ethnic (BAME), or from other groups traditionally underrepresented in the UK media.

How to apply

To apply, please upload your latest CV and a cover letter which outlines why you'd love to take on this role, and why you're a great match for what we're looking for.

The closing date for applications is Monday 8th December 2025.

Benefits at the Guardian

We offer six weeks annual leave per annum pro rata with the option to buy additional days through our holiday purchase scheme. Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8-12% (depending on your age). We believe in giving back, which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season ticket loans are also available.

You are entitled to life cover, income protection, sick pay and free eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance.

We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy.

We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought. Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive workplace.

We offer great tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including free yoga and pilates. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme.

We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships.

Our working environment

We take pride in our surroundings and are pleased to offer versatile meeting rooms and colourful communal areas. We have a brilliant canteen that caters to breakfast, lunch and dinner, with views overlooking Regent's Canal.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Writing/Editing and Other

Industries

Book and Periodical Publishing and Broadcast Media Production and Distribution