Deputy Editor

Are you an experienced writer, sub-editor or assistant editor on a magazine, newspaper or news website? Are you looking for your next challenge writing, editing and becoming a key influencer for a B2B publisher in the automotive aftermarket?

Working closely with the editor of **_Bodyshop Magazine_** - the leading independent publication for the UK automotive collision repair sector - you will provide leadership for our small team of journalists and designers, helping us to deliver original news stories, in-depth features and analysis, and engaging interviews.

You must have exceptional writing and subbing skills, plus up-to-date knowledge of optimising content for the web and social media.

**About the job**:

- Supporting the editor in running news operations, sourcing exclusives, managing the features calendar, and helping to set the agenda for our coverage.
- Sourcing, writing and editing unique news content for online and print.
- Researching and writing features and analysis.
- Posting on our social media channels and analysing results.
- Contacting key figures within the automotive collision repair sector, including body shops, suppliers, vehicle manufacturers, insurers and PR agencies.
- Attending and reporting on UK-wide industry events and conferences (some international travel may also be required).
- Deputising for the editor when absent and acting as a spokesperson for the brand as required.
- This role involves mostly remote working with some onsite/offsite meetings during onboarding and training.

**About you**:

- Three-to-five years of experience with some senior responsibility on a B2B or consumer publication, or news website.
- Proven track record of researching and writing accurate and engaging news content.
- Good understanding of the digital publishing landscape and emerging media trends, plus experience using analytics tools and data reports to increase engagement.
- Excellent communication skills and good networking capabilities.
- Meticulous attention to detail with exceptional editing and proofing skills.
- Commercially aware and able to work closely with our sales, marketing and international events teams.
- Experience in the automotive sector and a love of cars is a bonus.
- Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to your own vehicle.

**About Plenham Limited**

Founded in 1987, Plenham is the publisher of _Bodyshop Magazine_, the automotive crash repair industry’s leading B2B publication.

The print edition of _Bodyshop _is mailed directly to a closely monitored ABC-audited database of industry leaders and decision-makers, and it is circulated widely online and via the Bodyshopmag App.