Job Description
At Hearst UK, there’s always more to the story. Join us as our Junior Writer to start the next chapter in your career.
We’re the UK’s leading premium publisher, behind iconic media brands such as Cosmopolitan, Esquire, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, and Country Living.
Prima is the second biggest women’s lifestyle title in the UK. With crafting and community at its heart, our brand is warm, friendly, and fun, encouraging readers to get the very best out of life. We champion midlife women, being relatable and inspiring at every touchpoint.
We’ve created a working environment that encourages teamwork. We constantly seek brave new ideas, strive to develop and improve, trust each other to do our best, and enjoy building on our heritage to make history.
About the Role
This key role reports to the Deputy Editor. Daily tasks include pitching ideas, writing engaging copy quickly, working across the website, social platforms, newsletter, and print magazine. It also involves responding to reader inquiries, managing administrative duties such as sending commissioning forms, invoicing, handling mail, and supporting upcoming Prima events.
Key Responsibilities
* Pitching and writing news stories for online
* Creating entertainment and lifestyle articles for online and print
* Building the weekly newsletter
* Contributing to social media content
* Working with the Deputy Editor to analyze data to inform content decisions
* Supporting team events and initiatives
* Representing Hearst UK and its values
* Performing additional duties as assigned based on skills and experience
About You
* An enthusiastic journalist seeking the next career step
* Experience in online writing
* Understanding of writing for different traffic sources
* Passionate about creating uplifting, relatable lifestyle content
* A positive, proactive attitude
* Adaptable and eager to learn new skills
What We Offer
At Hearst UK, enjoy a wide range of perks including:
* 25 days’ holiday (with options to buy up to 5 additional days)
* Hybrid working (four days in the office per week)
* Discounted gym membership
* Healthcare cash plan
* Charity day support
* Life assurance and pension scheme
* Regular social events and more
There’s more to your story than you imagine. The next chapter begins here.
Hearst UK is committed to reflecting the world we want to live in—one that respects, protects, and uplifts diverse voices. We believe diverse teams foster creativity, collaboration, and innovation, leading to powerful content enjoyed by many. We are dedicated to building a culture of belonging where everyone feels heard.
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