Assistant Managing Editor, UK

Law360; Farringdon; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing initiatives

Shared parental leave

Study assistance

Sabbaticals

Job summary

Law360 UK is seeking an Assistant Managing Editor to lead a team of reporters covering the U.K. legal and business landscape. You will guide daily news coverage, support editorial decision-making, and ensure high-quality reporting on major developments.

You will shape coverage priorities, help develop journalists, and contribute to an agile newsroom that responds effectively to breaking news and industry changes. This role emphasizes leadership, editorial judgment, and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in journalism or a related field.
• 7–10 years of journalism experience.
• Exceptional news judgment and communication skills.
• At least two years of management experience and leadership ability.
• Experience covering the legal industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of reporters covering the U.K. legal and business landscape.
• Set coverage priorities and assign stories.
• Oversee reporting and editing decisions on complex stories.
• Guide the team in responding quickly and effectively to breaking news.
• Support the development and coaching of reporters and editors.
• Maintain high editorial standards across all coverage.
• Coordinate coverage across teams and newsroom functions.
• Plan staffing and coverage needs, adjusting priorities as news and resources change.

Skills

Leadership

News judgment

Communication skills

Management experience

Legal industry experience

Education

Undergraduate degree in journalism or related field

Job description

Assistant Managing Editor, UKAre you an experienced newsroom leader who thrives in a fast-paced news environment and enjoys developing journalists to do their best work?Do you have strong editorial judgment and the ability to lead coverage, set priorities, and respond decisively to breaking news?About our TeamLaw360 provides breaking legal news and analysis on the most important topics legal professionals, business leaders and regulators need to stay on top of issues, safeguard clients and sharpen their competitive edge. The award-winning journalism of Law360 keeps readers connected to the latest, most essential news and insights across 70+ practice areas, industries and jurisdictions, including federal litigation, business deals, mergers & acquisitions, security and more. Law360, which serves more than 2.7 million readers every day, is owned by LexisNexis Legal & Professional and part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers.About the RoleLaw360 is seeking an Assistant Managing Editor to lead a team of reporters covering the U.K. This role is responsible for guiding daily news coverage, supporting editorial decision-making, and ensuring high-quality reporting on major legal, regulatory, and business developments.Working closely with senior editorial leadership, you will help shape coverage priorities, support the development of journalists, and contribute to an agile newsroom that responds effectively to breaking news and evolving industry issues.ResponsibilitiesLead a team of reporters covering the U.K. legal and business landscapeSet coverage priorities and assign storiesOversee reporting and editing decisions on complex storiesGuide the team in responding quickly and effectively to breaking newsSupport the development and coaching of reporters and editorsMaintain high editorial standards across all coverageCoordinate coverage across teams and newsroom functionsPlan staffing and coverage needs, adjusting priorities as news and resources changeAssistant Managing Editor, UKRequirementsUndergraduate degree in journalism or related fieldAt least 7-10 years of journalism experienceExceptional news judgmentExceptional communication skillsDemonstrated leadership and management skillsAt least two years of management experienceExperience covering the legal industryPlease note: qualified applicants will be asked to take a test online.Work in a Way That Works for YouWe promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.Working PatternWorking flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive.About the BusinessLexisNexis Legal & Professional provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase their productivity, improve decision-making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. As a digital pioneer, the company was the first to bring legal and business information online with its Lexis and Nexis services.We know your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. We are delighted to offer country specific benefits. Click here to access benefits specific to your location.We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form or please contact 1-855-833-5120.Criminals may pose as recruiters asking for money or personal information. We never request money or banking details from job applicants. Learn more about spotting and avoiding scams here .Please read our Candidate Privacy Policy .We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.USA Job Seekers:EEO Know Your Rights .