Deputy Editor, House

4 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom Financial Times Full time
About us

The Financial Times is one of the world's leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide.

At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you're given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world.

In our warm, collaborative culture, you'll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing.

Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you'll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere.

Build a newsworthy career at the FT.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

We believe in the power of unique perspectives and want all voices in our organisation to be heard, respected and valued. A supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves and operate to their full potential. We are committed to removing barriers for everyone, with a focus on addressing those faced by underrepresented groups.

The Role

The Financial Times is looking for a Deputy Editor for FT Weekend's award-winning property and lifestyle section, House & Home. The successful candidate will need to have extensive experience as a senior editor on a newspaper or magazine, and be rooted in the core subjects of House & Home, with an emphasis on international property and architecture.

Key responsibilities:
  • Commission and edit global long form features, interviews and columns from a team of freelance writers
  • Write features including property reports, interviews and trend pieces
  • Close coordination with the picture editor, designer and graphics team on all aspects of story presentation across print, mobile and digital platforms
  • Contribute to H&H Unlocked, the section's weekly newsletter
  • Collaborate with the team for the planning of the H&H stage at the FTW festival
  • Nurture new writers as well as editing FT columnists and correspondents

Who we are looking for

You will have a flair for commissioning and editing, sound editorial judgement, a network of contacts across the relevant sectors, and an eye for visual storytelling. The ability to juggle forward planning and news-reactive stories is a must. The successful candidate will need to appreciate the interests and tastes of the section's high-end global readership and be excited by finding new ways of telling stories.

Your skills:
  • Extensive experience commissioning and editing timely and imaginative stories
  • In-depth knowledge of mainstream and luxury international property markets, supported by a network of contacts
  • An interest in architecture, sustainability, and interiors
  • Experience curating and chairing live panel events
  • The ability to work collaboratively and with agility in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience of newspaper production processes, and the ability to help steer and maintain systematic operations
  • A details-oriented approach

Please submit your application by the end of the day, Thursday 5th December 2024.

What's in it for you? Our benefits

Our benefits vary by location but we are committed to providing best-in-class perks across all our offices. These include generous annual leave, medical cover, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of our benefits are available here.

We've embraced a hybrid working model that promotes flexibility, including remote work options. We will support specific flexibility requests for all roles where feasible.

Accessibility

We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory.

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments/personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements or have any questions, email talent@ft.com and a member of our team will be happy to help.

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