Deputy Editor - Buzz.ie

Buzz is the leading digital brand attached to the award-winning Irish Daily Star and its agenda-setting journalism. The website is now set for a significant relaunch and we're looking for a highly-skilled Deputy Editor with the right attitude to take the site forward.

As Deputy Editor you will help manage a team of reporters, and assist in planning the operational performance of the team that will underpin our content.

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 Irish Mirror, Irish Daily Star, DublinLive, BelfastLive, RSVP and Cork Beo. We help all kinds of people share experiences through our stories because we believe this is what makes us human. At Reach, not only will you feel better understood, you will also feel you understand other people better too.

What will the role involve?

The role of Deputy Editor comes with a wide range of responsibilities which will include just some of the following:

Assist in managing a talented team of journalists. Assist in overseeing the planning and execution of content across the teamDeputise for the Editor as requiredHelp to organise and coordinate the news diary including any relevant travel required for staffWork collaboratively with stakeholders from across the company, including Reach Wire.Oversee a team that produces outstanding multi-platform content across a number of different channelsHard-working, self-starter with eye for detail and great story-getter Ability to work to tight and sometimes changing deadlines (e. breaking news coverage)The ability to identify and see the potential in new, emerging stories. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, ensuring both internal and external relationships are built, managed and nurtured effectively.Ability to help inspire, develop a broad teamEnsure all work at all times conforms to Reach PLC policies and procedures

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Who are we looking for?

Hard-working, self-starter with eye for detail and great story-getter Ability to work to tight and sometimes changing deadlines (e. breaking news coverage)The ability to identify and see the potential in new, emerging stories. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, ensuring both internal and external relationships are built, managed and nurtured effectively.Capable of bringing the best out of people

Benefits

36 days holiday per annum inclusive of bank holidays Contributory pension schemeFree wellbeing apps and coaching supportSimply Health Healthcare CashplanHoliday purchase schemePlus lots of high street discounts!

Reach plc believes diversity brings benefits for our customers, our business and our people. This is why we are committed to being an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all suitable applicants irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation.