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Weekend News Editor: Lead Breaking & Exclusive Coverage

The Telegraph

Greater London

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

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Job summary

A leading national news outlet is seeking a Weekend News Editor to lead the news coverage for the Sunday publication. This full-time role involves planning compelling stories, collaborating with senior reporters, and managing a team of junior editors. Candidates should have a proven track record in news editing and the ability to work under tight deadlines. The position offers opportunities for professional development and a range of benefits to support work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible benefits
Medical cover
Parental leave
Life assurance
Season ticket loans

Qualifications

  • Senior experience in mainstream national news outlet required.
  • Proven ability to manage breaking news stories.
  • Experience of working under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

  • Create and execute news coverage for the Sunday Telegraph.
  • Identify fresh angles for news stories.
  • Liaise with departments to plan coverage of events.
  • Manage junior newsdesk members and edit reporters' stories.

Skills

Proven track record of news editing
Ability to seek out exclusive stories
Experience of selling stories at news conferences
Experience of planning coverage of future news events
Strong ability to edit articles clearly and concisely
Familiarity with digital publishing
Job description
A leading national news outlet is seeking a Weekend News Editor to lead the news coverage for the Sunday publication. This full-time role involves planning compelling stories, collaborating with senior reporters, and managing a team of junior editors. Candidates should have a proven track record in news editing and the ability to work under tight deadlines. The position offers opportunities for professional development and a range of benefits to support work-life balance.
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