Lead News Editor, EMEA

Dow Jones & Company; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media organization is seeking an experienced news editor to lead their London newsroom. This role involves overseeing a team to ensure fast and accurate coverage of breaking news across platforms. Responsibilities include managing live coverage, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and crafting engaging stories. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of journalism experience and proven skills in editing and digital storytelling. This full-time position is based in Greater London.

Qualifications

• 10 years of journalism experience.
• Experience managing reporters or editors.
• Proven editing skills and exceptional writing ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of editors driving coverage.
• Ensure the Journal is first and authoritative on major breaking stories.
• Guide cross-team projects to deliver compelling digital storytelling.

Skills

Video Editing

Journalism

Content Management Systems

Writing Skills

Tools

Adobe Premiere

Final Cut Pro

Wordpress

Job description

Job Description

The Wall Street Journal is seeking an experienced high-energy news editor to play a central role in our London newsroom. You will lead a team on the London hub driving coverage when news breaks and ensuring our journalism is fast, accurate and distinctive across platforms.

This role requires both newsroom leadership and hands‑on editing: you will commission, edit and publish sometimes write the first takes of major breaking stories. You’ll also play a key role in live coverage including making decisions to launch world live blogs.

Beyond breaking news you will serve as the lead project manager for creating rich reader‑focused digital experiences. From conception to publication you’ll collaborate across bureaus, time zones and teams—including visuals, video, audio design, publishing and audience—to bring ambitious stories to life.

You’ll also help shape the Journal’s daily line‑up, craft sharp headlines and alerts and champion creative storytelling across formats.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of editors driving coverage on core WSJ platforms
• Ensure the Journal is first and authoritative on major breaking stories
• Oversee live coverage including world live blogs
• Guide cross‑team projects to deliver compelling digital storytelling

Requirements

• 10 years of journalism experience
• Experience managing reporters or editors
• Proven editing skills and exceptional writing ability
• Strong experience creating engaging digital news experiences
• Comfort working with visuals, data, charts and social platforms
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends

Deadline to Apply

Sunday 5th October 2025 Midnight BST

Key Skills

Video Editing, Fact check, Content Management Systems, AP Style, Journalism, Translation, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, Channel Management, Wordpress, Word Processing, Writing Skills

Business Area

Dow Jones - News - WSJ

Job Category

Editorial / Journalism

Union Status

Non-Union role

Employment Type

Full-Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1

EEO Statement

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