Editorial Assistant/journalist

**Journalist/Editorial Assistant**

Full-time, permanent, this role is hybrid working and Leatherhead office

Salary £22,000 - £24000 Monday to Friday - parking available for days in office

My client is looking for a Journalist/Editorial Assistant to join the team in the Leatherhead area. The successful applicant will be working on market-leading brands and a number of other products.

This hands-on position involves strong news/feature writing skills, proofreading abilities and an ability to handle editorial and production processes. It would suit a recent Journalism or English graduate (or equivalent) ideally with some experience ofwriting for print/online publications.

You will be working on business-to-business print and digital publications. You will be writing news for our daily online output and our sector-leading monthly print publications, with an opportunity to explore exciting trends and report on major globalconferences and events.

You will report to the editor and will be working in a fast-paced but friendly environment. You will be able to manage a busy workload, produce factually accurate and dynamic articles, and you will have an eagle eye for detail.

**Key duties**:
Source and write news and features both online and in print

Research written content from external industry organisations

Assist in overseeing all editorial and production aspects

Liaise closely with internal teams and external partners, building strong working relationships

Represent the brand at press events and conferences

Monitor and maintain social media accounts

**Experience/skills required**:
Ideally a graduate with a relevant degree or equivalent

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Active interest in journalism and social trends

Rigorous attention to detail