Reporter - Chemist + Druggist

Job description

Job Description Our breaking news, exclusive investigations and social media campaigns are picked up by both local and national press. We also pride ourselves on our in-depth investigations, and use a range of platforms to reach our readership – from podcasts and live blogging to Twitter chats, Facebook Live and interactive graphics.We're looking for an enthusiastic and tenacious reporter; eager to scope out fresh angles to news stories, and experiment with new ways to present content online. You don't need to have a background writing about the NHS, it's more important that you can find fresh ways to deliver news and features, and really get to know and engage with our audience of dedicated healthcare professionals. Can you live blog from an event? Use social media to source unusual news stories? Work with our digital designer to bring online features to life? And still pin down a government minister on a tough topic? Then we want to hear from you.Working in our central London headquarters (on a hybrid-working basis) as part of the award-winning C+D team – this role will involve breaking exclusives and collaborating on thought-provoking analysis pieces. There will also be some UK-wide travel at times.Responsibilities Work with the news editor to set the brand's news agenda, and write daily exclusive news stories for the UK's community pharmacistsBecome a complete expert in your patch – following up on the big issues without prompting from the editorsDevelop a strong list of trusted contacts who will feed off-the-record stories and briefingsDevelop high-level contacts who will be able to confirm and deny rumoursExperiment with exciting ways to deliver C+D's award-winning content, including videos and podcastsDevelop our content to grow our audienceContribute to commercial revenue and growth by supporting C+D at external events – including the C+D Awards and round tables – and in the wider media as appropriateTake on news editing responsibilities as requiredQualifications Previous news reporter/journalism experienceTraining from an NCTJ-accredited course (preferred)Brimming with ideas for investigations, interactive content, campaigns and data-driven journalismUp-to-date knowledge of media and publishing lawA proven track record of meeting deadlinesFastidious attention to detailSelf-motivatedAbility to work well under pressurePassionate about using new ways and social media to develop audience engagementCapable of quickly getting to grips with complex topicsBenefits 25 days annual leave, 4 days for volunteering and a personal day5% pension matchGroup Life Assurance (100% employer funded)Group Income Protection (100% employer funded)Other voluntary benefits such as: Dental, Cash Plan, PMI Excess Cover, Health Screening & Critical IllnessNorstella is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. Our ethos is to respect and value people's differences, to help everyone achieve more at work as well as in their personal lives so that they feel proud of the part they play in our success. We believe that all decisions about people at work should be based on the individual's abilities, skills, performance and behavior and our business requirements. Norstella operates a zero tolerance policy to any form of discrimination, abuse or harassment.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-05-2026

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