Job Description
The Times and The Sunday Times represent a combined 400 years of covering news and providing comment and analysis on the UK and the world. We are authoritative, credible, responsible, trusted and a part of the nation’s cultural heritage.
Your role
The Deputy Editor works closely with the editor and the news editor to deliver a distinctive, agenda-setting news package across all platforms for The Times and The Sunday Times in Scotland. They will ensure world-class standards of digital and print journalism, and help to lead the Scottish editorial team with a clear focus on digital-first commissioning and publishing.
Day to day you will
* Successfully manage a productive relationship with the editor, the news editor and with journalists in London and Glasgow.
* Work with editors, writers and reporters to conceive, commission and edit distinctive agenda-setting stories for a digital and print audience, focusing on constructive stories that put people at the heart, with high quality analysis and expertise.
* Help to create the newslist and manage the development of stories with the editor, reporters and writers.
* Commission exclusive video, polls, interactive graphics and picture galleries to engage our digital audience and plan how these stories are shared and promoted online.
* Use SEO, Inca, Pars.ly and Google Trends to help guide commissioning.
* Use social networking and other digital platforms for content generation and to promote The Times and The Sunday Times Scotland content.
* Forward‑plan, working with journalists on long-range projects and investigations.
* Help to lead and manage the newsroom, develop talent and support progression.
* Assist the Scottish editor with managing the budget as efficiently as possible to agreed objectives, ensuring all products are commercially viable.
What we’re looking for from you
* Experience working as a senior editor for a national newspaper.
* Demonstrable expertise in Scottish current affairs and politics.
* An understanding of how audience data supports commissioning and how to promote a story on social media and through search engines.
* Knows how to attract and retain new digital audiences.
* An ability to work under pressure, to tight deadlines and with rigorous accuracy.
* Ability to communicate succinctly and effectively.
* Experience of working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
* Persuasive presentation skills, well‑developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to problem‑solve.
* A strong understanding of editorial compliance and regulatory issues.
Benefits
* Maternity leave up to 18 weeks full basic salary & paternity leave up to 2 weeks
* Wide range of training available, plus full LinkedIn Learning access
* Private medical insurance including coverage for pre‑existing conditions
* Discounted gym memberships, free ClassPass at Home, weekly virtual yoga classes
* Bikes for Work and Electric Car scheme
* Up to 60% discount on Harper Collins books
* Access to exclusive events and competitions with exciting brands such as talkSPORT, Virgin Radio UK & The Times. Weekly virtual panel chats with top journalists and celebrities
* Access to wellbeing benefits such as EAP, physio/massage and counselling
* A generous pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 5%
* 30 days holiday, plus bank holidays and up to 4 volunteering days per year
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