Regional Sub Editor

Reach plc; City Of London; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media organization is seeking a talented Regional Sub Editor to join their team, focusing on editing print content. You will be responsible for fact-checking, writing headlines, and maintaining high editorial standards, with a significant emphasis on accuracy and compliance with media law. This role is home-based, requiring candidates to have local knowledge of the North West and North East regions. A flexible approach and a valid NCTJ qualification are essential.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Extra day for volunteering

Healthcare cash plan

Pension contribution matching

Flexible work policies

Qualifications

• Depth of experience in journalism, preferably at national or large regional titles.
• Knowledge and skills in media law are required.

Responsibilities

• Edit copy to fit allocated space and fact-check for accuracy.
• Write correct and effective headlines adhering to branding rules.
• Handle updates with ease and ensure copy is legally sound.

Skills

Editing skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

NCTJ or equivalent qualification

Job description

It is a fantastic time to join Reach PLC, as we are currently looking for a talented and experienced Regional Sub Editor to join us in the North West and North East regions.

You will work on a series of daily and/or clusters of weekly titles. This will include page design, subbing and the general production requirement of the print department, including flat plan management as required.

We are looking for someone with previous experience in designing, sub editing and proofing pages, with excellent multi tasking and time management skills. You will have a close working relationship with the Print Editor and are expected to develop positive relationships across departments including content teams, Newspaper Sales, Commercial and Marketing.

This role is home based and we are therefore open to candidates based across the UK, however knowledge of the North West and North East regions is crucial.

About us

Hello, we’re Reach. Every day, our trusted news, stories and content connect with millions of people where they live - whether that’s on their social feed or at their neighbourhood newsstand; through their local community or their take on the hot topic of the day.

We're home to more than 120 trusted brands - from household names like the Mirror, Express, Daily Star and Daily Record, to local titles like MyLondon, BelfastLive, and the Manchester Evening News, and brands making a splash in the US like the Irish Star.

It's our ability to understand people and the things that matter to them that makes us the UK and Ireland's largest commercial news publisher. We reach 70% of the UK's online population and speak to over 100 million social followers around the world. And we’re just getting started…

Your story, with Reach

As a modern media organisation, we're much more than just news. And it takes a wide range of people and skills to serve diverse audiences, customers and communities like we do.

We know everyone has their own story to tell, so we’ve built an environment where every background is respected and every day is a day to explore.

We’ll help you build a career that works with your life, while giving you the space to create and grow

About this role

What will the role involve?

You will be responsible for editing copy to fit allocated space and fact-checking copy to ensure accuracy at all times. You will write correct and effective headlines, always adhering to Reach’s branding and house style rules.

You will handle changing stories and updates with ease, updating copy quickly and accurately. You will also make sure all copy is legally sound and meets IPSO guidelines and Reach’s standards. This position will involve weekend working so a flexible approach is required.

Who are we looking for?

An experienced journalist with your NCTJ or equivalent qualification and media law knowledge, you will have a depth of experience in journalism, at a national or large regional title. You will have extensive knowledge of the intricacies of print news, with a proven track record of sub editing for print titles.

You have the knowledge and skill to judge if copy needs to be edited and when required, the ability to rewrite accurate copy quickly and efficiently. You can write accurate, hard-hitting and entertaining headlines, always able to meet the very high standards Reach requires.

How we'll look after you

We take good care of our people - and that means more than just a pay packet. Whatever your role, you'll get a range of benefits. Here are our standard UK & ROI benefits - please check the specifics out for your role when you apply.

• 25 days' holiday (not including bank holidays), plus an extra day after you've been with us for three, five and ten years. We also have a scheme to help you buy extra holiday if you want to.
• An extra day's leave each year to volunteer for a cause that matters to you.
• Help saving for your retirement - we'll match your company pension contributions up to 6% and you can contribute through salary sacrifice.
• Wellbeing support - including a 24/7 assistance programme for you and your family.
• A healthcare cash plan - giving you money back for a range of medical expenses and fast access to doctor's appointments.
• Bonus scheme - you'll get a stake in our success and a chance to add to your annual earnings.
• Access to lots of discounts - including with Reach's very own online marketplace, Yimbly, where you can buy everything from homewares to beauty products.
• Supportive and progressive people policies - we’re proud to have a range of policies to support people in their lives in and outside work, including enhanced family leave and policies to promote flexibility, inclusion and progression. We believe you shouldn’t have to wait to join us to know what to expect from us, which is why we share this overview of the policies we have in place to support families and carers . If there's something you want to understand more about, just ask.

Reach plc believes diversity brings benefits for our customers, our business and our people. This is why we are committed to being an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all suitable applicants irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation.