Money Editor

Are you passionate about money and consumer news that affects the lives of every single person in Britain? Do you want to cover the worst cost of living crisis in 50 years, while bringing information and advice to our millions of readers?

Mirror.co.uk is looking for an Editor to lead our dynamic Money team. You will be responsible for taking the lead on major stories and inspiring and leading a team of reporters. You will have a major role in shaping and setting the news agenda read by millions around the world every day. We are looking for an experienced, versatile journalist who can write stories and manage a team of reporters.
**So, who are we?**

We are Reach plc, you might not have heard of us but we have probably met without you even realising it. We are home to the UK and Ireland’s most iconic digital platforms, magazines and newspapers. From the Mirror, Daily Express and OK, to our regional titles such as the Liverpool Echo, BirminghamLive and the Manchester Evening News (plus lots more), our brands and the stories we cover are as varied as our people. We help all kinds of people share experiences through our stories because we believe this is what makes us human. Oh, and we should probably also mention that with a monthly readership of 47 million people, Reach is the largest commercial publisher in the UK. At Reach, not only will you feel better understood, you will also feel you understand other people better too.

**Key Responsibilities**
**What will the role involve?**
- Take charge and lead coverage on major money and consumer news stories, from breaking stories to writing informationals and finding real-life case studies
- Find, write and develop stories that will appeal to a UK and global web audience
- Break exclusives to ensure the Mirror stays a step ahead of our rivals
- Sub-edit and manage copy to ensure it is accurate and attention grabbing
- Be able to work under pressure and produce content containing the best words, pictures and video
- Manage a small team of money reporters and assist with training more junior members of staff

**Who are we looking for?**
- At least 18 months’ senior experience at a national or regional title
- A deep knowledge of money, finance and consumer affairs
- First rate communication skills, both written and verbal
- A proven love of news and a flair for writing an attention grabbing web-friendly headline
- Excellent web and social media skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while working across multiple stories
- Exceptional media law knowledge

**Package Description**
**What can we offer you?**

We are offering a competitive salary and benefits including;
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Help saving for your retirement** - join our pension scheme and we’ll match contributions up to 6%
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25 days’ holiday per year when you join**. After three, five and ten years’ service with Reach, you’ll accrue one additional day of annual leave. We also have a Holiday Purchase Scheme
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Giving back day** - an additional day’s leave each year to support a cause close to your heart
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Enhanced family leave** - including maternity, paternity and adoption - and you’ll be eligible after just six months’ employment
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Private Healthcare Cash Plan** - free health cash plan so you can claim back cash for a range of medical expenses
- As one of the **UK’s top 50 Inclusive Employers** everyone’s invited to join our events, programmes and networks to celebrate diversity and build an environment where all our people can thrive
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Wellbeing support** - including a 24/7 assistance programme for you and your nearest and dearest, a free subscription to mindfulness app Headspace and access to free mental health coaching through Sanctus
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Awesome career opportunities** - you’ll have support from your line manager and a range of learning & development programmes
- We are a **FTSE 250** Company, and also a member of the **30% Club**, a global campaign aimed at increasing gender diversity at board and senior management levels