News Editor in City of London

Job description

News Editor (London, UK) - 9 months contract

We are looking for an Editor to join our client’s Editorial team. The right candidate will have a background in news publishing plus experience in audience growth, social media and content distribution. They will possess excellent news and copy writing skills, with the ability to distill news announcements into snappy blurbs and clickable notification copy.

Responsibilities:

• Write and schedule news items and posts on the website adding expert perspectives from members
• Grow and engage audiences through strategic content and community management.
• Develop and execute strategies for sending notifications to members to increase engagement and reach.
• Create and manage email campaigns, ensuring content is relevant, timely and engaging.
• Collaborate with the editorial team to ensure content aligns with our brand voice and editorial standards.
• Monitor and analyse the performance of posts and email campaigns, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in social media and email marketing.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in news writing
• 1+ years of experience in content distribution
• Great news sense.
• Strong writing and editing skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Knowledge of SEO and content marketing strategies.
• Familiarity with graphic design tools such as Canva.
• Competent public speaker.
• A proactive and adaptable mindset, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic and ever-changing environment.
• Ability to multi-task and work across different platforms and channels.
• Email marketing experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

17-07-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English