Senior Sub-editor

Description:

News UK is seeking an experienced Senior Sub-Editor to join the editorial team for The Times and The Sunday Times. The successful candidate will sub-edit multiple sections, ensuring the highest quality of journalism across print and digital platforms. This role requires exceptional copy-editing skills, headline writing expertise, and a strong understanding of editorial standards.

Key Responsibilities:

📝 Copy Editing & Sub-Editing: Edit, refine, and enhance news, foreign, business, and comment sections while maintaining the publication’s style
📰 Headline & Caption Writing: Create engaging and accurate headlines and captions for different sections
⏳ Deadline Management: Work under tight deadlines and ensure timely publication across all platforms
📊 SEO & Digital Publishing: Utilize SEO and data tools for headline construction and optimizing digital content
🤝 Collaboration: Work closely with news editors, designers, picture editors, and multimedia teams
🗂 Multi-Platform Publishing: Edit and format content for print, web, and mobile platforms
📅 Flexible Work Schedule: Work on a 9-day fortnight with a 7-day rota, including early and late shifts

Required Skills & Qualifications:

✅ Experience: Prior sub-editing experience at a national newspaper or news website, with a strong interest in current affairs and politics
✅ Editorial Expertise: Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail
✅ SEO Knowledge: Strong understanding of SEO, metadata, and digital publishing tools
✅ Technical Skills: Familiarity with editorial compliance, regulations, and industry best practices
✅ Communication & Collaboration: Ability to problem-solve, negotiate, and work efficiently with multidisciplinary teams
✅ Creativity: Strong ability to write compelling headlines and enhance copy quality

Why Join News UK?

🎯 Work with a Leading Media Company: Be part of a top UK media brand with a global reach of 40 million+ readers
📈 Career Growth: Access to training, mentorship, and career development programs
💼 Competitive Benefits Package:

• Maternity Leave: Up to 18 weeks of full basic salary
• Paternity Leave: Up to 2 weeks
• Private Medical Insurance (including pre-existing conditions)
• Pension Scheme: Employer contributions up to 5%
• Gym & Wellbeing Benefits: Discounted memberships, virtual yoga, counseling services
• Exclusive Events & Competitions with talkSPORT, Virgin Radio UK, and The Times