Subeditor, News

GUARDIAN NEWS AND MEDIA; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global organisation as a Subeditor, where you'll shape news presentation across digital and print platforms. Work with respected journalists on impactful journalism while fostering an inclusive culture. Enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Private healthcare

Life cover

Income protection

Enhanced parental leave policies

Access to employee benefits platform

Free yoga and pilates classes

Qualifications

• Experience in subbing and production, particularly online.
• Knowledge of media law and familiarity with PCC code desirable.

Responsibilities

• Subedit a range of copy across News output.
• Select pictures and multimedia elements for content.
• Optimise content for digital reach.

Skills

Subbing and production experience

Confidence in using web tools

Creative visual presentation

Knowledge of media law

Education

Journalism qualification

Job description

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 now looking for a Subeditorto joinGuardian News.

You’ll be working on agenda-setting journalism by some of the world’s most respected reporters, this could range from breaking political developments in Westminster to hard-hitting investigations. As a subeditor in Guardian News you will help shape how we present news across our digital and print platforms, ensuring it lands with maximum impact and appeal for our readers.

This is a permanent position, 9 day fortnight work pattern with weekend working as required.

About the role:

• Subedit a range of copy across News output
• Write online page furniture in collaboration with editors and senior production staff
• Select pictures and multimedia elements to create the best visual presentation for content
• Assign keywords and metadata
• Optimise content for digital reach in consultation with audience team
• Proofread print output

About you:

• Subbing and production experience - particularly online
• Confidence in in using web tools
• Experience in creative visual presentation of content across platforms
• Appreciation of Guardian history and values
• Knowledge of media law
• Journalismqualification, media law knowledge and familiarity with the PCC code of conduct desirable, but not an essential requirement
• Ideally you will have a demonstrable ability to bring a diverse perspective to the role.

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

We welcome job share applications and those seeking flexible working arrangements. Please indicate in your cover letter the working arrangements that would best suit your circumstances, and we will take these into consideration.

How to Apply

To apply, please upload your latest CV and a cover letter that 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 isWednesday 28 May 2025.

All roles at the Guardian are open for everybody to apply. It is important to us that you feel supported and comfortable throughout your recruitment process, in order to perform your best. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to help your application, this includes providing documents in accessible formats or personalising the process to better support your needs. Please [e-mail] to discuss further so we can work with you to support you through your application.

We appreciate the time taken to prepare each application we receive. We do not use AI-assisted technology to review applications; every application is reviewed by a member of our recruitment team.

Benefits and Policies at the Guardian

You’ll have27 days of annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase an additional 5 days.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 toprivate healthcare, life cover, income protection, and 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.

Culture and Wellbeing

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 became the first major media organisation to achieve B Corp status.

We offer tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including access to our employee benefits platform which provides tailored support for health and wellbeing. In addition, we also offer free yoga and pilates classes. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme.

Our canteen has views overlooking the Regents Canal and caters for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Learning and Development

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.