Regional Editor (Print & Digital) – Lead Suffolk Team

Newsquest; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Pension plan

Birthday off

Employee Helpline

Perks & discounts

Team building days

Job summary

Newsquest is seeking a Regional Editor in Ipswich to lead our Suffolk titles on a fixed-term contract. You will direct both print and digital content, shaping editorial strategy and ensuring high-quality journalism across the region.

You will develop your team, manage budgets and schedules, and build strong relationships with local communities and stakeholders while representing Newsquest externally.

Qualifications

• NCTJ qualification required.
• Proven leadership in editorial or media.
• Ability to manage budgets and staff rotas.
• Strong knowledge of media law and editorial codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead editorial operations across Suffolk and implement strategy.
• Develop and manage a team to publish print and digital content.
• Organise editorial departments to meet budgets.
• Achieve sales and audience targets for print and digital.
• Build relationships with local communities and stakeholders.
• Represent Newsquest externally.
• Oversee content quality and impartiality.
• Liaise with departments to maximise newspaper and ad sales.
• Ensure production deadlines are met.

Skills

Leadership experience

Editorial strategy

Budget management

Communication

Team development

Digital publishing

Audience analytics

Planning & prioritising

Stakeholder relationships

Media law and ethics

Driving licence

Education

NCTJ Qualification

Job description

Newsquest is seeking a Regional Editor in Ipswich to lead our Suffolk titles on a fixed-term contract. You will direct both print and digital content, shaping editorial strategy and ensuring high-quality journalism across the region.

You will develop your team, manage budgets and schedules, and build strong relationships with local communities and stakeholders while representing Newsquest externally.