Lawyer – Editorial

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Editorial Lawyer to join their dynamic legal team. In this role, you will provide expert legal advice across various platforms, ensuring compliance with legislation while supporting editorial teams in a fast-paced environment. Your strong background in media law and excellent communication skills will be essential as you navigate complex legal issues and contribute to the integrity of the publication. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this innovative firm offers a supportive environment and promotes flexible working arrangements, making it an exciting opportunity for legal professionals passionate about media and journalism.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Fitness Benefits

Mental Health Support

Generous Pension Scheme

25 Days Holiday

Volunteering Days

Maternity Leave

Paternity Leave

Training Opportunities

LinkedIn Learning Access

Qualifications

• Post-qualification experience in media law or litigation is ideal.
• Experience in advising on pre-publication issues is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice ensuring compliance with legislation and regulations.
• Collaborate with the legal team on significant legal issues.

Skills

Media Law

Litigation

Data Protection

Libel and Privacy

Excellent Communication Skills

Education

Solicitor or Barrister Qualification

Job description

The Sun is Britain’s biggest-selling newspaper and largest mobile news brand, with a talented, diverse team that publishes the best news, sport, showbiz, and lifestyle coverage across print and digital platforms. The Sun's legal team is seeking an editorial lawyer to advise on its editorial legal matters for The Sun, The Sun on Sunday, and Sun Online. Additionally, you will support NewsUK’s broadcast titles as an editorial lawyer.

Your Role:

As an NGN Editorial Lawyer, you will:

1. Provide expert legal advice to The Sun, Sun on Sunday, and Sun Online, ensuring compliance with all current legislation, regulations, and best practices.
2. Offer editorial legal counsel to News Broadcasting titles.
3. Exercise sound professional judgment in advising editors and journalists both pre- and post-publication in a fast-paced environment.
4. Collaborate with the legal team to identify and discuss significant legal issues, reporting to the head of department.

What we’re looking for:

• Ideally, a solicitor or barrister with post-qualification experience in media law or litigation.
• Experience advising on pre-publication issues such as libel, privacy, contempt, copyright, Data Protection, and reporting restrictions, as well as managing complaints and post-publication matters (preferred but not essential).
• A strong interest in free speech issues, public interest, and investigative journalism.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain and present issues to others and contribute to their resolution.
• Ability to interact positively at all levels within a legal department, reporting to the head of department.
• Capability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, and be proactive, while also following instructions and supporting the legal team.
• Commitment to supporting the company’s values, ethical standards, and principles of diversity and equal opportunities.

About The Sun:

The Sun is the most popular newsbrand in the UK, reaching millions monthly across digital and print. It is a central part of the nation’s conversation, blending investigations, campaigns, political scoops, and celebrity gossip. More than a newspaper, The Sun is an influencer, entertainer, and cultural touchstone, with a talented and diverse team delivering top-quality coverage.

Life at News UK:

At News UK, our people are our heartbeat. We promote flexible working arrangements, including hybrid models between offices and remote work. We champion diversity and inclusion through various initiatives, networks, and programs. We prioritize staff wellbeing, offering private medical insurance, fitness benefits, mental health support, and more.

Additional benefits include:

• A generous pension scheme with up to 5% employer contributions;
• 25 days holiday plus up to 4 volunteering days annually;
• Maternity leave of up to 18 weeks at full salary and 2 weeks paternity leave;
• Extensive training opportunities and LinkedIn Learning access.

We welcome applicants requiring reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure equal opportunity for all.