Regional Editor

Newsquest Media Group; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Holiday buy scheme

Pension plan

Employee Helpline counselling and adv

Perks & discounts

Team building days

Volunteer charity day

Job summary

Newsquest is recruiting an Editor to lead our Suffolk titles on a fixed-term contract, overseeing both print and digital publications and guiding the editorial strategy across the region.

You will manage a talented team, develop key stakeholder relationships, and drive high-quality local journalism in a dynamic newsroom environment during the fixed-term period.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in editorial or media environments.
• Strong understanding of editorial strategy and content development.
• Excellent communication and team development skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, resources, and staff rotas effectively.
• In-depth knowledge of media law, editorial codes, and best practice.
• Technologically adept, with experience in digital publishing and audience analytics.
• Skilled in planning, organising, and prioritising workload.

Responsibilities

• Lead editorial operations across Suffolk, implementing strategy and ensuring brand values are upheld.
• Develop and manage a team to produce engaging, visually appealing publications and websites.
• Organise editorial departments to deliver high-quality content within defined budgets.
• Ensure print and digital products meet sales and audience targets.
• Foster relationships with local communities, businesses, and public figures.
• Contribute to commercial opportunities and encourage this across the editorial team.
• Manage production deadlines and resolve issues.
• Upload, create, and manage content in line with company style and policy.
• Monitor and improve the quality, accuracy, and impartiality of all news content.
• Liaise with other departments to maximise opportunities for newspaper and advertising sales.
• Represent Newsquest externally, promoting the image and reputation of the business.

Skills

Leadership

Editorial strategy

Communication

Budget management

Media law

Digital publishing

Audience analytics

Planning & prioritising

Stakeholder relations

Driving licence

Education

NCTJ Qualification

Job description

Regional Editor

Application Deadline: 30 November 2026

Department: Editorial

Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

Location: Ipswich

Reporting To: Vincent Boni

Description

Are you ready to lead and inspire a talented editorial team at the heart of Suffolk's news landscape?

Newsquest Media Group is recruiting an Editor to lead our Suffolk titles on a fixed-term contract, providing cover within the editorial leadership team. This is a unique opportunity to take the reins of an established portfolio, overseeing both print and digital publications that inform, connect and entertain communities across the region.

As Editor, you will be the guardian of our brands and values, driving editorial strategy and ensuring our products are the first choice for local news. You'll have the opportunity to develop your team, foster relationships with key stakeholders and play a pivotal role within the senior management group throughout the fixed-term period.

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality content, thrive on meeting deadlines and want to make a real impact in local media, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead editorial operations across Suffolk, implementing strategy and ensuring brand values are upheld
• Develop and manage a team to produce engaging, visually appealing publications and websites
• Organise editorial departments to deliver high-quality content within defined budgets
• Ensure both print and digital products meet agreed sales and audience targets
• Foster positive relationships with local communities, businesses, and public figures
• Contribute to commercial opportunities and encourage this across the editorial team
• Manage production deadlines and take action to resolve issues
• Upload, create, and manage content in line with company style and policy
• Monitor and improve the quality, accuracy, and impartiality of all news content
• Liaise with other departments to maximise opportunities for newspaper and advertising sales
• Represent Newsquest externally, promoting the image and reputation of the business

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Be available from December 2026 to December 2027
• Proven leadership experience in editorial or media environments
• NCTJ Qualification
• Strong understanding of editorial strategy and content development
• Excellent communication and team development skills
• Ability to manage budgets, resources, and staff rotas effectively
• In-depth knowledge of media law, editorial codes, and best practice
• Technologically adept, with experience in digital publishing and audience analytics
• Skilled in planning, organising, and prioritising workload to meet deadlines
• Confident in building relationships with stakeholders and representing the business externally
• Full clean driving licence and access to a vehicle insured for business use

Benefits

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
• Holiday buy scheme for extra flexibility
• Structured career progression & ongoing training
• Pension plan
• Employee Helpline counselling and advice
• Perks & discounts including:
  • Gym membership
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Eye care
  • Retail discounts
• Team building days & annual volunteer charity day