Senior financial Writer at Retail Insights

Retail Insights; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail sector seeks a Senior Financial Writer to create and manage a premier magazine. This role offers the chance to work closely with the CEO and contribute to the brand's growth in Insurtech. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in journalism and media, with a commitment to excellence and innovation.

Benefits

Operational experience in a scale-up environment

Close collaboration with the CEO

Unlimited growth potential within the company

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven success in a magazine or media company.
• Exceptional work ethic and high urgency.
• Proactive and committed to building new businesses.

Responsibilities

• Researching industry-related topics and story ideas.
• Conducting interviews with relevant individuals.
• Writing, editing, and proofreading content for magazines.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Research

Creativity

Attention to Detail

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, marketing, English, or related fields

Job description

Senior Financial Writer at Retail Insights

London, United Kingdom

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you gain significant responsibility? Are you eager to be part of an entrepreneurial team with motivated, driven individuals? Are you passionate about creating compelling stories and content? If so, you might be our Senior Financial Writer.

About us

Retail Insights is Northern Europe's leading retail forum. We strengthen the retail ecosystem by providing a platform for insights, inspiration, and networking, connecting over 3,000 industry leaders annually from more than 15 countries.

Retail Insights is part of United Media, which develops large-scale industry media and conference products across sectors such as insurance, HR, private equity, and retail. To date, we have launched 8 media companies and acquired one.

What we offer you

As our Senior Financial Writer, you will have the unique opportunity to help build the leading brand in Insurtech. You will be responsible for our magazines, encouraging continuous growth and innovation. You will work from our HQ in London, with benefits including:

1. An opportunity to gain operational experience in a scale-up environment where your work has tangible impact.
2. Close collaboration with our CEO.
3. Unlimited growth potential within the company, with a strong track record of internal promotions.

Your Responsibilities

Your role involves creating a premier physical magazine, including:

• Researching industry-related topics and story ideas.
• Conducting interviews with relevant individuals.
• Writing, editing, and proofreading content for our magazines.
• Overseeing the magazine's layout, including photos, design, and artwork (with support from our Graphic Designer).

What we expect from you

We seek a candidate with an exceptional work ethic, high urgency, and relentless drive to excel. You take ownership, are proactive, and committed. Additionally, you should be humble and passionate about building new businesses. We expect that you:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree with outstanding results, preferably in journalism, communications, marketing, English, or related fields.
• Have over 5 years of proven success in a magazine or media company.
• Possess a valid UK work permit.
• Have excellent writing, editing, and creative skills.
• Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail.
• Are well-organized, capable of structuring and prioritizing your work.

Start date

Flexible

Work is based at our London office (next to Victoria Station) from Monday to Friday; remote work is not available.

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