Editor

**Job description**

We are currently searching for a new editor to cover for maternity leave in our editorial team. Duties will include writing accurate and engaging features for a range of monthly publications, including Premier Construction, Premier Hospitality and Rail Construction News.

Successful applicants will be required to conduct interviews with a range of editorial sources, from chefs and restaurateurs to architects and main contractors, and transform this information into informative copy. As the majority of the interviews take place via the telephone, successful applicants will have a confident and professional telephone manner.

Good organisational skills are essential in this role as the editorial assistant will be assigned individual tasks which they are responsible for completing within set deadlines. Above all else, applicants must be able to demonstrate they have previous writing experience in print or online.

Would suit a recent graduate looking for experince

Working hours are Mon - Fri but can be flexible

**All applicants must have**:

- Completed a relevant journalism degree/writing qualification
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Experience conducting telephone and face-to-face interviews
- A fantastic grasp of the English language, including punctuation and spelling

**Person Specification**
- Ability to work to deadlines
- Highly motivated
- Able to work on own initiative and as directed by the editor

Reference ID: Editor

Part-time hours: 25/35 per week

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary contract
Contract length: 6-9 months
Part-time hours: 30 per week

**Salary**: £16,500.00-£26,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Rochdale: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (required)

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 18/04/2023
Reference ID: Editor
Expected start date: 24/04/2023