Deputy Editor, Country Living

Were the UKs leading premium publisher and the people behind iconic media brands such as Cosmopolitan Esquire ELLE Harpers Bazaar and Country Living. Weve created a working environment that encourages everyone to pull together. We never stop looking for brave new ideas. Well always try to develop and improve we trust each other to do our best and we have fun as we build on our heritageto make history.

The Role

Already a powerhouse in the Hearst portfolio Country Living is entering its fifth decade with a bold brand plan. Under a new leadership team and with a refreshed editorial vision it is reaching new and diverse audiences across its range of print digital and live event platforms. This role plays a pivotal part in the brand evolution.

As the Deputy Editor you will edit and shape the cross-platform stories that bring the Country Living universe to life. Reporting to the Editor you will be an experienced writer and editor with a passion for original ideas and a contacts book of top contributors and publicists. An entrepreneurial spirit and curiosity for how media brands thrive into the future and how you can contribute to that - is a must.

Main Duties

Editing and signing off all print copy before it goes to the Editor.

Attending the daily digital planning meeting and contributing ideas and articles.

Responsibility for the talent profiles across all CL platforms.

Responsibility for the human interest stories across all CL platforms.

Leading the initiative to build the editorial offers and benefits for Country Living Members.

Managing two junior editors.

What We Are Looking For

Youre a brilliant editor with a passion for beautifully crafted copy.

Youre full of original and on-brand ideas.

You understand how to write a brief and produce a content package that works across multiple platforms.

You have a brilliant contacts book filled with writers publicists and other talent relevant to the CL universe.

Youre curious tenacious and plugged into the wider culture.

You have at least five years experience at editor-level on a consumer publication.

Benefits

(Your benefits at Hearst UK are more than just extras - they are tools to help you thrive in every part of life.)

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Hearst UK is deeply committed to using our influential brands to reflect the world we want to live in one that respects protects represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people. As a business we recognise the significant benefits of creativity collaboration and innovation that comes with diverse teams. Not only is diversifying the voices in our organization the right thing to do but it also helps us to make powerful and exciting content that can be enjoyed by many more people. This is why were working to build a sense of true belonging within our business and foster a culture in which everyone feels heard.