Deputy Editor, The Week UK - 12 Month FTC

Future; London; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in London is seeking a talented individual to write and edit for their flagship UK print magazine. This hybrid role involves ownership over pages, assisting in the editorial process, and requires experience in writing and a distinct editorial voice. The position offers a competitive salary range and diverse perks aimed at employee well-being.

Benefits

Uncapped leave

Performance bonuses

Employee share option

Well-being support

Qualifications

• Experience writing and editing required.
• Ability to write in a distinct editorial voice.
• Good news judgement necessary.

Responsibilities

• Help write and edit the UK print magazine.
• Ownership of specific pages and sections.
• Assist in the editorial process and select topics.

Skills

Writing and editing

Distinct editorial voice

Good news judgement

Understanding readers' interests

Non-partisan news gathering

Job description

Overview

The Week is one of Britain's leading news weeklies, it takes the best of the British and international news, comment, and arts coverage, and distils it into just 35 succinct editorial pages, helping readers to stay informed about events and form their own opinions on the latest issues.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Editor, you'll help write and edit our flagship UK print magazine brand. You'll have ownership of certain pages and sections of the magazine, which are likely to include international news coverage.

You'll also assist with all stages of the editorial process, from selecting topics - based on your reading of the daily and weekend newspapers - to reading final page proofs. This will include writing copy, editing copy produced by other writers, approving pictures, contributing ideas at the editorial and cover meeting and approving and improving headlines and captions.

Qualifications / Experience

• Experience writing and editing
• Experience writing in a distinct editorial voice
• Good news judgement
• Understanding of the concerns and interests of The Week's readers
• A non-partisan approach to gathering news, analysis and opinion

What's in it for you

The expected range for this role is £33,000 - £80,000.

This is a Hybrid role from our London Office, working three days from the office, two from home

… Plus more great perks, which include;

• Uncapped leave, because we trust you to manage your workload and time
• When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
• Refer a friend and get rewarded when they join Future
• Well-being support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes
• Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan

Internal job family level E4

About us

We\'re Future, the global leader in specialist media. With over 3,000 employees working across 200+ media brands, Future is a prime destination for passionate people worldwide looking to consume trusted, expert content that educates and inspires action - both online and off - through our specialist websites, magazines, events, newsletters, podcasts and social spaces.

We\'ve got ambitious plans that further build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities – and we\'re looking for driven people who want to be a part of it!

Inclusion and Diversity

Our Future, Our Responsibility - Inclusion and Diversity at Future

We embrace and celebrate diversity, making it part of who we are. Different perspectives spark ideas, fuel creativity, and push us to innovate. That\'s why we\'re building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. When it comes to hiring, we keep it fair and inclusive, welcoming talent from every walk of life. It\'s not just about what you bring to the table — it\'s about making sure the table has room for everyone. Because a diverse team isn\'t just good for business. It\'s the Future. Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.

Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments made so we can give you the best experience!

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