Audience and Content Editor

This is a hybrid role working from our Glasgow hub we are therefore open to candidates based in around Glasgow who are able to travel into the office regularly.  You will be working 5 days over a 7-day rota (including earlies lates weekends and Bank Holidays).    

What will the role involve 

• Curating the website homepage and key section fronts and producing optimised daily newsletters.
• Generating ideas that drive subscriber growth retention and premium content performance.
• Planning publishing and distributing content across social media and additional platforms to maximize audience reach.
• Identifying and developing advanced content opportunities including polls graphics video and other audience engagement initiatives.
• Monitoring editorial KPIs and leveraging audience data and trends to inform content decisions improve performance and drive growth against targets.
• Working closely with reporters and editors to ensure stories reach the right audiences at the optimal time.
• Combining editorial judgment with audience expertise to ensure journalism performs effectively across all consumption channels.
• Ensuring every piece of content is legally sound and strictly adheres to IPSO standards at all times.

Qualifications :

Who are we looking for:

• Excellent editorial judgement combined with a strong knowledge of Scottish UK and world news.
• Detailed understanding of the titles missions their target audiences and their specific needs.
• Proven digital publishing track record delivering accurate stories using video words and pictures alongside a deep understanding of social media platforms.
• Ability to use core editorial KPIs such as pageviews and revenue to guide and optimise storytelling.
• Deep knowledge of media law and strict adherence to IPSO rules.
• Holds an NCTJ or equivalent professional journalism qualification.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a collegiate approach to working alongside junior and senior colleagues across the newsroom.
• Methodical problem-solver and decision-maker capable of working under pressure.

Additional Information :

How well look after you

We take good care of our people - and that means more than just a pay packet. Whatever your role youll get a range of benefits including:

• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) as well as an extra day after youve been with us for three five and 10 years. We also have a scheme to help you buy extra holiday if you want to.
• An extra days paid leave each year to volunteer for a cause close to your community or your heart.
• Big moment day - an extra days paid leave for a moment that matters to you - like getting married moving house or welcoming a new addition to the family (human or furry!)
• Help saving for your retirement - well match your company pension contributions up to 6% and you can contribute through salary sacrifice.
• Supportive and progressive people policies - were proud to have a range of policies to support people in their lives in and outside work including enhanced family leave and policies to promote flexibility inclusion and progression. We believe you shouldnt have to wait to join us to know what to expect from us which is why we share this overview of the policies we have in place to support families and carers. If theres something you want to understand more about just ask - it wont make a difference to your application.
• A healthcare cash plan - giving you money back for a range of medical expenses and fast access to doctors appointments.
• Car lease scheme - you can buy a brand new electric or hybrid car through our leasing partner and pay for it through salary sacrifice.
• Wellbeing support - including a 24/7 assistance programme for you and your family.
• Access to lots of discounts - including 15% off with Reachs very own online marketplace Yimbly where you can buy everything from homewares to beauty products.
• Interest-free loans - including for season tickets and technology.

If youre excited about this role but dont tick every single box please dont let that stop you from applying.

We know that everyone has their own story to tell and we value potential passion and the perspectives that different backgrounds bring to our work.

Diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us better serve our audiences which is why were dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and supported. As an equal opportunities employer we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

We are committed to a recruitment process that is fair and welcoming to all without discrimination on the basis of age disability gender identity ethnicity religion or belief sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic.  

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time