Editorial Roles, SPORTbible

LADbible Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blended working – colleagues work in a

Seven-day editorial rota includingLive

Job summary

SPORTbible is one of the world's biggest sports communities, built on passion, personality and the moments that matter most to fans. We're on an exciting growth trajectory, evolving beyond breaking news to build a sustainable, multi-sport, multi-platform destination for a young, global audience.

Our Editorial Team sources, writes, publishing and optimising engaging sport content across football, F1, boxing, MMA, tennis, golf and beyond.

Qualifications

• Experience as journalist, social editor, social journalist, content creator or in a fast-paced digital newsroom.
• University degree in journalism, broadcasting or media (or proven equivalent).
• Bonus: NCTJ or Media Law training.
• Experience across social media platforms and digital publishing.

Responsibilities

• Source, pitch and develop strong story ideas with exclusive angles.
• Write accurately and quickly across breaking news, features and trends.
• Package and present content to drive performance and engagement.
• Work on a seven-day rota supporting live sport and breaking news.

Skills

Journalism

Social media

Editing

Editorial judgement

Fast-paced environment

Education

University degree in Journalism or equivalent

Tools

Design software

SEO knowledge

Analytics tools

Job description

We're looking for people interested in joining the team at SPORTbible.

So whether you're a Social Editor keen to help us grow one of the world's largest sports communities, a Journalist excited by the challenge of growing our web audience through quality, original content, or someone who loves the idea of doing a bit of both, I'd love to hear from you.

Posted by

Mark Holmes, Head of Sport and Gaming

Founded in 2012, LADbible Group is redefining entertainment and news for a social generation. Our global community engages with our content – spanning editorial, video, documentary and live – we reach 1 billion people each and every month. Our mission is to give the youth generation a voice by building communities that laugh, think and act. Using all major platforms, we've rapidly risen to become one of the world's largest publishers.

Editorial Opportunities at SPORTbible

Due to continued growth, SPORTbible is always looking to connect with top-tier editorial talent across all levels. Whether you're a Social Editor looking to expand your editorial credentials, a Journalist passionate about social-first storytelling, or a hybrid Social Journalist keen to own the full publishing journey – we want to hear from you!

About the Opportunity

SPORTbible is one of the world's biggest sports communities, built on passion, personality and the moments that matter most to fans. We're on an exciting growth trajectory, evolving beyond breaking news to build a sustainable, multi-sport, multi-platform destination for a young, global audience.

Our Editorial Team is the powerhouse behind the content that informs, entertains and sparks conversation across football, F1, boxing, MMA, tennis, golf and beyond. You'll be sourcing, writing, publishing and optimising engaging sport content that connects with our audience – whether that's through long-form journalism, breaking news, social-first formats or exclusive original angles.

The team thrives in a fast-paced, newsroom environment where no two days are the same. You'll work across a seven-day editorial rota supporting live sport and breaking news coverage. There's constant opportunity for pitching original ideas, developing repeatable formats, collaborating with social and video teams, and leading on major editorial moments. Your impact is measurable – from driving traffic and engagement through smart packaging, to building new audience habits across underserved sports.

What We're Looking For

Experience and Background

• Experience working as a Journalist, Social Editor, Social Journalist, Content Creator or in a fast-paced digital newsroom / media environment
• A university degree and/or equivalent to Journalism, Broadcast or Media (or proven equivalent experience)
• Bonus points if you're NCTJ or Media Law trained!
• Experience working across social media platforms and digital publishing

Sports and Audience Knowledge

• Excellent sports knowledge, particularly football, with strong interest across wider sport (F1, boxing, MMA, tennis, golf, darts, athletics, NBA, NFL and major global events)
• A sharp instinct for what sports fans care about – from breaking news and viral moments to fan debates, personalities and cultural moments
• Strong understanding of how your audience consumes content across different platforms and formats

Content and Storytelling

• Proven ability to source, pitch and develop strong story ideas, including original angles, exclusive lines, interviews and behind-the-scenes features
• Excellent writing skills and editorial judgement, with the ability to write quickly and accurately across breaking news, trending content and features
• Strong headline, caption and visual packaging skills – ability to optimise imagery and presentation to drive performance
• Experience in developing engaging formats such as rankings, debates, explainers, timelines and evergreen guides

Platforms and Data

• Strong understanding of Facebook, Instagram and X/Twitter, with awareness of TikTok, YouTube, Reddit, WhatsApp and emerging platforms
• Confidence using data, analytics and audience insights to inform decisions and improve performance
• Understanding of SEO, Google Trends and search audience behaviour (or willingness to develop these skills quickly)
• Experience using design software to optimise imagery and CTRs (desirable)

Mindset and Approach

• A proactive, creative and collaborative mindset with a brand-first, audience-first mentality
• The ability to remain calm, organised and decisive during live sport and breaking news
• Sound editorial judgement – creating content that is engaging, accurate, legally sound and adds value
• Flexibility to work across a seven-day rota, including evenings and weekends when required
• Curiosity and willingness to learn new platforms, tools, formats and emerging audience opportunities

Why Join SPORTbible?

• Be part of a team redefining the future of SPORTbible and sports content for a young, global audience
• Work on a brand with huge global reach and untapped potential
• Opportunity to shape new formats, coverage areas and audience strategies across multiple sports
• Fast-paced, creative environment with real ownership and impact
• Continuous opportunity for development and pitching original ideas

Working at LADbible Group

Location: Manchester (Hybrid)

Pattern: Full-time, seven-day editorial rota including evenings, weekends and live sport coverage

Working Model: Blended working – colleagues work in the office 4 days per week (Monday-Thursday)

Our Commitment

LADbible Group is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels comfortable being themselves and where different voices and perspectives are represented at every level of the business. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating a team that reflects the audiences we serve. We welcome all members of the community to apply.