Join our team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers award‑winning, investigative journalism. Our team of journalists, commercial professionals, and industry‑leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives.
About the role
* Take editorial responsibility for puzzles and work with relevant teams across GNM to develop, improve and expand our puzzles and games.
* Oversee the delivery of an excellent puzzle offering across all platforms.
* Ensure we provide the most engaging, best‑designed puzzles to all readers and users worldwide.
* Develop and liaise on new ideas for brilliant, habit‑forming puzzles, games and quizzes.
* Liaise with the crossword editor and other suppliers, both inside and outside the Guardian.
* Publish and edit puzzles for print, web and app.
* Work closely with reader revenue and commercial teams on our strategy, delivery and promotion of puzzles.
* Work closely with product and design on puzzle design.
* Work closely with editors to ensure promotion and visibility of our puzzles.
About you
* Passion for puzzles, games, crosswords and quizzes – and a deep understanding of our current offering.
* Experience in coming up with puzzle and game ideas.
* Experience and understanding of puzzles and production across different platforms.
* Knowledge and appreciation of Guardian style and production values.
* Experience of managing a budget and working cross‑departmentally.
* Ideally you will have a demonstrable ability to bring a diverse perspective to this role.
* We actively encourage applications from candidates who are Black, Asian or minority‑ethnic (BAME), or from other groups traditionally underrepresented in the UK media.
How to apply
To apply, please upload your latest CV, some examples of your work (as applicable) and a cover letter which outlines why you’d love to take on this role, and why you’re a great match for what we’re looking for.
The closing date for applications is Thursday 11th December 2025.
All roles at the Guardian are open for everybody to apply. It is important to us that you feel supported and comfortable throughout your recruitment process, in order to perform your best. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Please contact Sean Brinkley on sean.brinkley@guardian.co.uk to discuss further.
Benefits
* Six weeks annual leave per annum with the option to buy additional days through our holiday purchase scheme.
* A generous pension scheme – if you contribute 5% we will contribute 8‑12% (depending on your age).
* Two volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving.
* Season ticket loans available.
* Life cover, income protection, private healthcare, sick pay and eye tests. Dental insurance optional.
* Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies. IVF, menopause, baby loss and trans equality policy support.
Culture & wellbeing
We champion diversity of thought and offer various employee forums to promote an inclusive workplace. Wellness tools, free yoga and pilates, corporate gym membership and cycle‑to‑work scheme are available.
Learning & development
Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships.
Our working environment
We offer versatile meeting rooms, colourful communal areas, and a canteen that caters to breakfast, lunch and dinner, with views overlooking Regent’s Canal.
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