SEO Writer

NEWS UK; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented writer to join their dynamic team. This role involves crafting compelling stories that resonate with a diverse audience while adhering to SEO principles. As part of a vibrant newsroom, you will have the opportunity to engage with current events and trends, ensuring your writing is timely and relevant. With a commitment to journalistic integrity, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with fellow writers and editors. This position offers flexible working arrangements and a chance to be part of a leading news brand that shapes the media landscape.

Benefits

Maternity leave up to 18 weeks full salary

Paternity leave up to 2 weeks

Private medical insurance

Discounted gym memberships

Access to LinkedIn Learning

Wellbeing benefits

Generous pension scheme

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

Volunteering days

Access to exclusive events

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced writing environments with a focus on deadlines.
• Strong understanding of SEO principles and news trends.

Responsibilities

• Write engaging stories on various topics while adhering to SEO principles.
• Conduct in-depth research and ensure grammatical accuracy.

Skills

Deadline writing

Understanding of daily news trends

Agility

SEO knowledge

Passion for news and digital journalism

Team player

Job description

The Sun is the biggest news brand in the UK, publishing hundreds of stories a day and reaching over 170m unique users digitally every month. Its exclusives set the news agenda and its campaigns have changed the lives of many. Delivering news, entertainment, and sports coverage to millions of readers every day. With a rich history spanning decades, we are dedicated to providing accurate, insightful, and engaging content across print and digital platforms.

The Sun has a mass-market audience and aims to appeal to a diverse audience in the UK and beyond.

Your role:

The Sun is looking for a talented writer to produce stories with SEO principles baked in.

Our casual SEO journalists work on a rota, but this isn’t a full time position.

Day to day you will:

1. Writing stories on a variety of topics
2. Ensuring all stories are grammatically correct and well-edited
3. Able to conduct in-depth research to keep our readers informed and entertained
4. Contact sources/PR executives for further information on stories when required
5. Have a thorough knowledge of the IPSO Code of Conduct, media law and ethical considerations

What we are looking for from you:

1. Experience writing to a deadline in a fast-paced environment
2. Strong understanding of daily news trends
3. Be agile
4. Good understanding of SEO
5. Passion for news and digital journalism
6. Good team player

Benefits

Some of our benefits include:

• Maternity leave up to 18 weeks full basic salary & paternity leave up to 2 weeks
• Wide range of training available, plus full LinkedIn Learning access
• Private medical insurance including coverage for pre-existing conditions
• Discounted gym memberships, free ClassPass at Home, weekly virtual yoga classes
• ‘Bikes for Work’ and ‘Electric Car’ scheme
• Access to exclusive events Up to 60% discount on Harper Collins books and competitions with exciting brands such as talkSPORT, Virgin Radio UK & The Times. Weekly virtual panel chats with top journalists and celebrities
• Access to wellbeing benefits such as EAP, physio/massage and counselling
• A generous pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 5%
• 30 days holiday, plus bank holidays and up to 4 volunteering days per year