Senior Opinion Editor & Commissioning Lead

GB News; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

GB News seeks a Comment and Opinion Editor to lead digital opinion content and analysis strategy, commissioning engaging pieces and cultivating a strong network of writers. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in opinion journalism, sharp editorial judgement, and a good understanding of the UK media landscape. This role offers the opportunity to shape public debate and grow audience engagement through distinctive content. Join a fast-moving newsroom where your insights will matter.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in opinion editing or commentary journalism.
• A strong network of writers and commentators.
• Sharp editorial judgement regarding media and politics.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-moving newsroom.

Responsibilities

• Commission and publish opinion pieces and analysis on gbnews.com.
• Manage a strong roster of writers from various backgrounds.
• Commission pieces on complex stories for clarity.
• Develop engaging columnists and regular features.
• Collaborate with Community and Marketing teams for audience engagement.
• Work with Editorial to create digital content from broadcast moments.

Skills

Opinion editing

Commissioning journalism

Editorial judgement

Networking with writers

Understanding of UK media landscape

Job description

GB News seeks a Comment and Opinion Editor to lead digital opinion content and analysis strategy, commissioning engaging pieces and cultivating a strong network of writers. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in opinion journalism, sharp editorial judgement, and a good understanding of the UK media landscape. This role offers the opportunity to shape public debate and grow audience engagement through distinctive content. Join a fast-moving newsroom where your insights will matter.