Associate Editor

Samsung Electronics America; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading global technology company is currently seeking a part-time Associate Editor based in London. The role involves curating content for Samsung's news aggregation app, managing breaking news alerts, and ensuring high-quality standards. Candidates should have strong journalism background and experience with data analytics. The position requires flexibility for evening and weekend shifts, making it ideal for those passionate about news and technology.

Benefits

Hybrid working – 3 days in office, 2 days at home

Bonus scheme

Pension contribution

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' experience as a journalist in UK newsrooms.
• Demonstrable experience using data to shape editorial decisions.
• Up-to-date legal and compliance knowledge of UK news media.

Responsibilities

• Deliver curation service for UK, US and Canadian users.
• Pitch daily content ideas and monitor trending news stories.
• Issue breaking news alerts and compile briefings.

Skills

Journalism experience

Data & analytics use

Editorial CMS familiarity

Digital content production

Fluency in English

Tools

Slack

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Overview

Samsung is an amazing place to work full of endless opportunities, great people and an outstanding environment. As well as this, Samsung provides the opportunity to be a part of innovation that makes a real difference in the lives of millions of people worldwide and we are looking for great people to join our journey. Throughout our history we’ve taken on big challenges and we strive to be the very best at what we do. This spirit is the driving force that has made us a global leader and sustains our ambition to develop cutting-edge technologies that push the boundaries of what’s possible. Come and join us as we take on the next big challenges of the future.

Our team is responsible for the product management in Europe of a suite of owned and operated global products developed by Samsung for use on our range of TVs, smartphones and tablets. We work very closely with our business development and ads colleagues, and the three teams together comprise ESBO, the European Services Business Office. Our main products include Gaming Hub, the innovative cloud gaming native to Samsung Smart TVs, TV Plus that offers a wide variety of TV channels and video on demand, and Samsung News, a mobile-first news aggregation app pre-installed on all new Samsung devices. The ambitions for Samsung News are bold; the product is already in market in the UK and North America, with exciting growth plans throughout 2026 and beyond.

Role and Responsibilities

Your key responsibilities

We are seeking a part-time Associate Editor, with a strong journalism background, to join our global news team within our Mobile eXperience (MX) division. Based in London, you will deliver a world-class curation service for UK, US and Canadian users making decisions minute-by-minute to verify developing news stories, issue breaking news alerts, compile deep-dives and create impactful morning and evening briefings.

As an AssociateEditor, you will pitch daily content ideas, monitor trending news stories and work to editorial guidelines and standards asset by the Editor-in-Chief. Your work will inform millions of users, and drive impact for one of the largest brands in the world.

Tasks within this role will include:

• Curation of the Samsung News aggregation app (and related platforms) including issuing breaking news alerts, compiling briefings/newsletters and researching deep-dives on topical issues.
• Utilise real time data to extract insights and guide editorial decision-making and content placement.
• Identify issues relating to impartiality, undue partisanship and fake news, and filter out any content that breaches our editorial standards.
• Understand, and be the guardian of, the editorial tone of voice for Samsung News by following editorial guidelines.
• Display aptitude for the ‘One Samsung’ approach, with the ability to make valid editorial contributions to UK, US and Canadian news apps.
• Note: this is a part-time role requiring shift work, along with a willingness to respond to unpredictable breaking news events. Regular working pattern will include evenings and weekends.

What we need for this role

To be successful, you will possess the following skills and attributes:

Hard Skills

• Minimum two years' experience working as a journalist in UK newsrooms, with hands-on news desk experience.
• Demonstrable experience in using data & analytics to help shape editorial decisions.
• Up-to-date legal and compliance knowledge of the UK news media landscape.
• Familiarity using editorial CMS systems and project collaboration tools (such as Slack, JIRA, Confluence).
• Proven experience in digital content production, curation, and publishing across mobile apps, websites, or social platforms.
• Fluency in English; additional language desirable.

Soft Skills

• A deep understanding of UK content and editorial; what makes content engaging and popular in different consumption scenarios, and the ability to demonstrate sound editorial judgment.
• Interest in the US and Canadian news agenda and able to operate comfortably as an editor in those markets when required.
• Ability to integrate into a global multi-time zone team that is imaginative, high-performing, and highly regarded.
• The ability to maintain standards of accuracy and attention to detail when working to tight deadlines.
• An analytical and problem-solving mindset, with the ability to derive clear and logical new insights through performance data.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, a positive attitude towards challenging tasks, and a good sense of humour.
• A genuine passion for news and current affairs, with a desire to help build the best product experience possible.
• Clear, confident communicator who is comfortable dealing with senior stakeholders and building global relationships.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment with a proactive approach to challenges.
• Enthusiastic about technology and innovation.

What does success look like?

We want someone who is a positive and proactive teammate, who’d rather figure out a smarter way of doing something than keep doing it the same way. We’re a highly-functioning small team with a start-up mentality, knowing that we have the resources and potential of one of the most exciting tech companies that exist today.

Success therefore would include a product that grows its presence in the UK and globally, with meaningful development in audience and engagement KPIs. Success would also be indicated by the maintenance of a news product containing high quality content that continues to engage and entertain users.

Skills and Qualifications

Benefits of working at Samsung include

• Hybrid working – 3 days in the office and 2 days at home per week
• Bonus scheme linked to individual, team and company performance
• Pension contribution
• Three volunteering days each year
• Holiday - 25 days plus bank holidays and an additional day off for your birthday
• Access to discounts on a wide range of Samsung products
• Access to a discount shopping portal
• Partner Colleagues are not eligible for Samsung Enhanced Paid Sick Leave but may be eligible for statutory payments from their payroll agency
• Up to 20 (pro-rata) Partner Absence days per calendar year to be used in times

A note on equal opportunities

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our Company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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