Editing jobs in United Kingdom

As part of the Marketing team, oversees production of the Research Journal, films, podcasts and digital content, managing end-to-end workflows, ensuring smooth execution, and maintaining high production standards. Supports AI initiatives, helping the team stay current and use tools effectively. Manages vendor relationships and supports website and digital projects.

• Lead end-to-end film production including On the Road films, Digging Deeper, culture content, events and ad-hoc projects
• Manage all aspects from logistics and scripting to filming, post-production sign-off and publishing, while staying on top of industry trends to drive innovation and ensure content remains fresh and engaging
• Collaborate with agencies on editing and liaise with featured individuals to ensure smooth coordination and internal stakeholder satisfaction

• Develop and maintain detailed production worksheets and schedules for each issue
• Coordinate and provide direction for editorial, design, illustration, and print teams to ensure timely delivery
• Manage project budgets, vendor contracts, invoicing and signoffs
• Lead regular production meetings and provide status updates to stakeholders

• Serve as producer during podcast recordings
• Oversee post-production, manage approvals, and coordinate publication and distribution

• Manage key vendor relationships and ensure alignment with vendor management processes
• Monitor vendor performance, ensuring delivery within budget and to agreed standards

• Provide support across the Walter Scott Marketing & Communications team, particularly in digital initiatives and factsheets production
• Key supporting role in managing the website, with a strong understanding of backend and CMS processes

• Act as team lead on AI initiatives and innovation; stay current on AI trends and tools; attend relevant training; represent team in firm-wide A discussions and cross-departmental strategy coordination
• Develop and document AI processes and best practices; support team with AI-related queries and tool usage

• Degree educated or equivalent
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of Outlook
• Design programs (Adobe Suite, especially Adobe InDesign and Adobe Illustrator), CMS experience
• Understanding of Google Analytics and social media
• Understanding of AI, with the ability to apply and promote its use

Edinburgh

FTC 13 months, maternity cover.

08 January 2026

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Established in 1983, Walter Scott is an investment management business built to deliver long-term success. We think of growth in decades and consider impact for generations, ignoring the volatility of the moment and the results of the day.

Our portfolio management philosophy is tried and tested: we focus solely on equity investments, holding stock only in high-quality, market-leading businesses that can generate sustainable growth for our clients. By keeping our strategy straightforward, we can go deeper in our research and further for our clients.

It’s an approach that begins and ends with doing the right thing. For the institutional clients we serve around the world – protecting and enhancing their assets. For our community – supporting causes with tangible outcomes for people in Edinburgh, and beyond. And for the 180 employees who make it all possible – fostering a close-knit culture, nurturing personal growth and offering truly rewarding careers.