Overview
Talent Acquisition Partner - Commercial at Reach Plc. This hybrid position is based in London and may require occasional evenings and weekends.
We are Reach, home to more than 120 brands and Britain and Ireland's largest commercial news publisher. We reach around 70% of the UK's online population, 10% of the US online population, and over 100 million social followers worldwide.
Your story, with Reach
We’re a modern media organisation, with a commitment to a diverse environment where every background is respected and every day is a day to explore. We’ll help you build a career that works with your life, while giving you space to create and grow.
Role
We are seeking a Senior YouTube Channel Manager to lead the editorial, creative, and strategic development of The Mirror channel. This role is responsible for growing audience reach, engagement, and revenue on YouTube while driving innovation. It is a highly cross-functional role, working closely with editorial, Studio and analytics teams. The ideal candidate is a platform-native thinker with strong editorial instincts, proven leadership capabilities, and a passion for video editing. You will manage other Channel Managers within the business and be one of the lead YouTube specialists.
Responsibilities
* Lead the editorial, creative, and strategic development of The Mirror YouTube channel.
* Grow audience reach, engagement, and revenue on YouTube and drive innovation.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with editorial, Studio and analytics teams; manage other Channel Managers.
* Apply platform-native thinking and strong editorial instincts to guide video strategy and content decisions.
What you’ll need to succeed
* Proven track record of owning large, professional YouTube channels and delivering measurable growth.
* Fluency in YouTube Studio and Analytics; confident video editor; comfortable running A/B tests; able to turn data into clear insights for stakeholders.
* Strong organizational skills: manage content calendars and production workflows; allocate resources wisely; stay calm under pressure and adapt to breaking news while maintaining quality.
Benefits
* 25 days' holiday (plus bank holidays), with additional days after 3, 5 and 10 years of service; option to buy extra holiday.
* Extra day off each year to volunteer.
* Additional paid leave for meaningful life moments (e.g., marriage, moving house, new family member).
* Bonus scheme with a stake in our success.
* Company pension contributions matched up to 6% (salary sacrifice option available).
* Supportive policies promoting flexibility, inclusion and progression; resources to support families and carers.
* Healthcare cash plan and private healthcare options.
* Car lease scheme with salary sacrifice for electric or hybrid vehicles.
* Wellbeing support, including a 24/7 assistance programme.
* Discounts through Reach’s marketplace, Yimbly (15% off).
* Interest-free loans for season tickets and technology.
About Reach plc
Reach plc believes diversity brings benefits for our customers, our business and our people. This is why we are committed to being an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all suitable applicants irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation.
Reach plc is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
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