Editor / Senior Journalist

**Job Description -**

We publish several market leading websites and magazines while also representing a significant media portfolio of print and web-based products for our partner publishers.

An exciting opportunity to lead our content team across print, digital and events.

We work across sectors as diverse as legal, environmental, regeneration and local government through our diverse portfolio of digital and print products.

**The Role**

Day-to-day responsibility for content across the product portfolio

Managing a small team of staff journalists

Managing a team of freelance journalists

Ensuring content is uploaded efficiently and effectively

Manage the content in digital and print magazines

Liaise with the social media executives to maximise the reach of content

Research and write daily news articles and post onto the websites

Liaise with our administrators re the distribution of our weekly newsletters

Ensure the flow of third-party contributions

Occasionally attend industry events in the UK - including our own conferences

Interview industry figureheads and leading opinion formers

Ensure all copy adheres to media laws and good practice guidelines

**Qualifications and Experience**

A minimum of five years' journalism experience is required. This is an ideal position for someone looking to take the next step, manage a small team and develop the portfolio further.

A team player with strong coaching skills

Organised with effective and efficient administration

Ability to deliver clear and engaging copy

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong news judgement

Knowledge of social media platforms

**Personal Attributes**

We are looking for a motivated and energetic journalist who has the skills to lead our content team. With a high personal drive you will also want to become a ‘must read’ journalist in our markets while ensuring the quality of output from the wider team. Other attributes include:
Enthusiasm and positivity

Confidence and ability to work with people at all levels

Professional outlook

Attention to detail

Good level of IT skills

A sense of humour

**Benefits**

A supportive team environment

Competitive salary

Holidays: 28 days including Bank Holidays PLUS Xmas Break Closure

Pension Scheme

Hours: 9.00am to 5.00pm

**Reporting to**: Senior Management Team

**Salary**: £30,000 Circa
- Your CV.
- A covering letter explaining why you would be a good fit for the role as outlined
- A portfolio which includes at least three samples of your work.

Please contact Andy Lees on 07843 632609 for more information or an informal discussion.

Closing date: Friday 20th January 2023.

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

**Salary**: £30,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Copy editing/Journalist: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Macclesfield, SK11 6EX