MEO Project Manager

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented individual to join its editorial team in London. This role is crucial for maintaining the efficiency of the newsroom through effective project management and administrative support. You'll be responsible for coordinating schedules, managing communications, and identifying process improvements. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this innovative firm offers a supportive environment where your contributions will play a vital role in delivering engaging content to millions. If you're adaptable and thrive in fast-paced settings, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Career development support

Health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in Project Management and administrative support in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support the Associate Managing Editor with projects and provide progress updates.
• Assist in maintaining communication plans and provide general administrative support.

Skills

Project Management

Administrative Support

Microsoft Office

Google Mail and G-Suite

Adaptability

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

G-Suite

Job description

The Sun is the biggest news brand in the UK, publishing hundreds of stories a day and reaching over 170 million unique users digitally every month. Its exclusives set the news agenda, and its campaigns have changed lives. We deliver news, entertainment, and sports coverage to millions daily, with a rich history spanning decades, dedicated to providing accurate, insightful, and engaging content across print and digital platforms.

The Sun has a mass-market audience and aims to appeal to a diverse UK and international audience.

Your role:

You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless operation of our editorial team. Your organizational skills and keen eye for detail will help keep our newsroom efficient. Responsibilities include managing schedules, supporting projects, coordinating meetings, and assisting with editorial tasks, making you an essential part of our editorial process.

Day-to-day responsibilities:

1. Support the Associate Managing Editor with newsroom projects and initiatives by providing reports and progress updates.
2. Assist the MEO in maintaining communication plans to keep the newsroom updated.
3. Provide general administrative support, including project management and record keeping in databases.
4. Identify process improvements for efficiency and report them to the MEO.
5. Develop positive relationships across support areas, acting as a point of contact for Facilities, Technology, Finance, and HR.

Qualifications and skills:

• Ability to work calmly under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Experience in Project Management.
• Previous administrative experience in a large, fast-paced organization.
• Adaptability to changing work environments.
• Punctuality and willingness to go the extra mile.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Knowledge of Google Mail and G-Suite.
• Track record of delivering excellent admin support.
• Experience assisting with Project Management is advantageous.

We are News UK, a leading media business in the UK and Ireland, owning brands like The Times, The Sun, talkSPORT, and more. We offer a diverse, inclusive environment with flexible working options, supporting our staff's health and wellbeing through various benefits.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, supporting career development, and creating an accessible workplace. We encourage applicants requiring adjustments during the recruitment process to contact us.