Assistant News Editor (Live)

Reach plc
England
Competitive plus company benefits
02 Sep 2021
30 Sep 2021
009464
Reach plc
Permanent
Full Time

Responsible for taking the lead on major national and international stories, working alongside both print and digital departments to maximise brand collaboration and ensure best use of digital copy in the daily print edition of the Daily Star. 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 cover a busy newsdesk, copy tasting wires, liaising with news agencies and freelancers, as well as pinpointing emerging news trends, compiling everything from leader columns to picture captions and writing exclusive stories across our core subject matters in a rewarding and varied role

So, who are we?

Hello, 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

What will the role involve?

    Take charge and lead coverage on major breaking news stories both
    domestic and foreignFind, write and develop stories that will appeal to both UK national newsprint
    and global web audiencesSub-edit and manage copy to ensure it is accurate and attention grabbing for
    the newspaper and onlineTaking accountability for the fair and consistent application of all our people
    policies, procedures and processesFostering a high-performance culture by setting clear expectations and having
    in-the-moment performance discussionsDeveloping a culture of trust, where people are safe to speak up, clear on
    their role in the team's success and empowered to be their best at workEnsuring the continued development of team members, supporting them to
    reach their full potentialActing as a role model and taking a lead on change initiatives to support the
    group's strategy and our employees

Who are we looking for?

    Be able to work under pressure and produce content containing the best words, pictures and videoFirst rate communication skills, both written and verbalExcellent web and social media skillsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced environment while working across multiple storiesAt least 18 months senior experience at a national or regional title. Print
    newspaper experience encouragedA proven love of news and a flair for writing attention grabbing copyExceptional media law knowledge

We are offering a highly competitive salary and full company benefits including

    25 days holiday per annumContributory pension schemeFree wellbeing apps and coaching supportSimply Health Healthcare Holiday purchase schemeand 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