Deputy Digital Editor

Join our team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless investigative journalism and holds power to account. Our team of award-winning journalists cutting-edge commercial professionals and industry-leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We offer a challenging and exciting environment for career development with a focus on training growth and fostering an inclusive culture.

Were looking for adeputy digital editorto support the head of digital (live) with day-to-day oversight of all of the Guardians digital content.

Youll play a crucial role in ensuring our digital presence is dynamic engaging and globally responsive. Supporting the head of digital (live) youll help oversee the flow of content across multiple platforms ensuring breaking stories and live coverage are delivered with speed accuracy and creativity.

In addition youll deputise for the head of digital (live) and in their absence manage the team of homepage editors.

This is a permanent NUJ role 9-day fortnight (including weekend working some Saturdays and Sundays).

About the role

• Assist with running the days digital outputworking closely with desk editors and the digital editing team to respond in creative and imaginative ways to stories throughout the day
• Manage the UK Europe US and International homepages on a day-to-day basis.
• Work with colleagues in the US and Australia to help meet our global audience needs.
• Send breaking news alerts and oversee live blogs.
• Work with design visuals video community and audience teams to ensure the best possible expression of the Guardians digital output.
• Work with planning teams and different desks to schedule content and to ensure meticulous preparation for live events.
• Attend planning and ideas meetings to ensure the Guardians digital needs are reflected in commissioning decisions.
• Attend meetings and work with colleagues in digital development to agree and shape plans to develop the Guardians digital storytelling.

About you

• Significant experience of a live newsroom ideally at a national or international news organisation
• Strong understanding of digital tools
• Experience of editing homepages and articles
• Understanding and knowledge or analytics search and other measurements of digital audience and targets
• Strong record of creativity and innovation in digital journalism
• Good knowledge of social media
• Clear vision of the purpose and aims of the Guardian
• Ideally you will have a demonstrable ability to bring a diverse perspective to the role

We actively encourage applications from candidates who are BAME or from other groups traditionally underrepresented in the UK media.

How to apply

To apply please upload your latest CV and a cover letter that outlines why youd love to take on this role and why youre a great match for what were looking for.

The closing date for applications isWednesday 17th September 2025.

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Benefits and policies at the Guardian

Youll havesix weeks of annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase an additional 5 pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8-12% (depending on your age). We believe in giving back which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season ticket loans are also available.

You are entitled to life cover income protection and eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance.

We have maternity paternity adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF menopause baby loss and trans equality policy.

Culture and wellbeing

We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought. Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive became the first major media organisation to achieve B Corp status.

We offer tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including access to our employee benefits platform which provides tailored support for health and addition we also offer free yoga and pilates classes. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme.

Our canteen has views overlooking the Regents Canal and caters for breakfast lunch and dinner.

Learning and development

We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships.