Features Editor, Red (12 Month FTC)

Hearst Magazines; Greater London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing benefits

Cycle to Work scheme

Location flexibility—London office

Holiday exchange

Job summary

Hearst UK is seeking an experienced Features Editor (maternity cover) to shape content for the Red brand across print and digital platforms. You will conceive, commission and edit features, drawing on industry relationships to bring fresh ideas and voices to life with strong editorial standards.

You will collaborate with production, digital and newsletters teams, manage budgets, and represent the brand at events while contributing to brand strategy with the Editor-in-Chief and Deputy Editor.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading features for national magazines or newspapers.
• Excellent writing, commissioning and editing skills with a strong sense of storytelling.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills for fast-paced environments.
• Strong networking and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conceive, commission and edit features for the print magazine, ensuring timely delivery and high editorial quality.
• Leverage relationships with writers, authors, publishers and publicity contacts for new releases and voices.
• Edit features for Red Online and the weekly Love Red newsletter for digital audiences.
• Collaborate with visual, production, digital, newsletter, social and membership teams to ensure cross-platform coverage.
• Work with the Editor-in-Chief and Deputy Editor to shape brand strategy and contribute ideas.
• Manage the commissioning budget for features and ensure timely invoicing.
• Represent the Red brand at external events and in media when required.
• Act as an ambassador of Hearst UK and its values.

Skills

Editorial leadership

Copy editing

Story ideas & commissions

Networking with industry

Tools

CMS

Digital publishing tools

Social media platforms

Job description

We are the UK's leading premium publisher, home to iconic and influential media brands including Esquire, Men's & Women's Health, ELLE, Good Housekeeping, Harper's Bazaar, Digital Spy, Cosmopolitan, Red and more. At Hearst UK, we don't just create content – we shape culture.
Our workplace is driven by passion, shaped by authenticity and powered by creativity. We back bold ideas, act with an entrepreneurial mindset and continually evolve to meet the moment - while respecting the legacy that's brought us here. We believe in each other's potential and push boundaries together to create meaningful impact, both across the media landscape and in people's lives.
We're proud of our heritage - but even more excited about making history.
Hearst UK operates an in office policy with flexible Friday's. Our office is based at House of Hearst, 30 Panton Street, St James's, London, SW1Y 4AJ, where teams collaborate in person and connect across brands and functions.

Salary-£41,000 - £46,000-Salaryisdependentonexperienceandwillbeassessedinlinewiththecandidate’sskills,knowledge,andrelevantexpertise.

The Role…

As Features Editor, Red (maternity cover) you will play a key role in shaping the overall content of the Red brand. Your creativity, strategic thinking and solid editing skills will be essential in delivering engaging and captivating features content that resonates with our audience.

Main Duties…

• Conceive, commission and edit features for the print magazine, bringing fresh, engaging ideas and ensuring a smooth workflow and timely delivery of content that meets the highest standard of writing, accuracy and style.
• Draw upon existing relationships with industry professionals, including writers, authors, book publishers and publicity contacts, ensuring the brand is across new releases, trends, ideas and voices.
• Contribute and edit features for the brand’s digital platforms, including Red Online and the weekly Love Red membership newsletter.
• Collaborate with the visual, production, digital, newsletter, social and membership teams, ensuring open and clear communication channels and that features are represented across platforms.
• Work alongside the Editor-in-Chief and Deputy Editor to shape brand strategy and contribute creative ideas, as part of a small brand team.
• Manage the commissioning budget for features and ensure invoices are processed in a timely manner.
• Represent the Red brand at external events and in the media as required.
• To be an ambassador of Hearst UK and its values.
• You may be required to undertake such further duties as your skills, qualifications and experience allow and/or as may be assigned to you from time to time.

What We Are Looking For…

Essential

• Extensive experience working in features, running a features desk or overseeing an editorial section for a national newspaper or magazine. - Essential
• Excellent writing, commissioning and editing skills, with a keen eye for detail and a strong sense of storytelling.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Exemplary networking and relationship building skills.

Desirable

• Proficiency in content management systems, digital publishing tools and social media platforms.

Benefits…

(Your benefits at Hearst UK are more than just extras—they are tools to help you thrive in every part of life.)

Hearst Exclusives - Only for You!

• Get adventurous with Good Housekeeping Taste and Beauty Testing Panels - yes, you could be trying the next big thing in beauty, food & drink.
• Snag luxe beauty steals at our legendary office sample sales - score big on top brands without breaking the bank!

Inclusion, Health & Wellbeing: Feel Your Best

• Stay healthy with Specsavers eye care, a company-funded Health Cash Plan, and access to mental health support.
• Get active and stress-free with discounted gym memberships and the Cycle to Work scheme.
• Embrace flexibility with a Location Flex and Holiday Exchange to take time when you need it.
• Take time to give back with a Charity Day and access wellbeing resources whenever you need them.
• Join one of our Hearst ERG Groups.

Financial Wellness - Boost Your Budget

• Plan ahead with a generous Workplace Pension, Income Protection, Life Assurance and Season Ticket Loan for easier commuting.
• Make smarter money moves using Salary Finance tools, Financial Wellbeing sessions, and Home Tech benefits to spread costs.
• Treat yourself with major discounts across London plus everyday savings via the HAPI at Hearst app

Hearst UK is deeply committed to using our influential brands to reflect the world we want to live in – one that respects, protects, represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people. As a business, we recognise the significant benefits of creativity, collaboration and innovation that comes with diverse teams. Not only is diversifying the voices in our organization the right thing to do, but it also helps us to make powerful and exciting content that can be enjoyed by many more people. This is why we’re working to build a sense of true belonging within our business and foster a culture in which everyone feels heard.