Deputy print editor

Join our team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless, investigative journalism, and holds power to account. Our team of award-winning journalists, cutting-edge commercial professionals, and industry-leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We offer a challenging and exciting environment for career development, with a focus on training, growth and fostering an inclusive culture.

We have an exciting opportunity for a deputy print editor to join our editorial team. Working closely with the editor, you’ll play a pivotal role in leading print production and collaborating across editorial and design teams to transform our digital journalism into a compelling, visually striking print publication. 

About the role:

• Deputise for the print editor where required and oversee the planning and production of a compelling, well-judged and well presented print news section
• Attend news meetings and liaise with other print print editors and desk editors
• Ensure that news and other journalism commissioned for the web is repurposed for print in a streamlined and engaging way
• Liaise with designers to ensure that key pages including the front are presented in a compelling and engaging way
• Assist in deciding on prominence of stories in discussion with desk editors, the head of news, deputy editor and editor-in-chief
• Liaise with pictures and graphics
• Ensure all copy in the news pages of print has been adequately legalled and meets the Guardian's editorial standards
• Collaborate closely with designers, assistant print editors, production editors and newsdesk to ensure a steady flow of pages and that deadlines are met

About you:

• Excellent knowledge and understanding of current affairs
• Excellent production skills and a keen eye for layout, typography and visual presentation 
• Knowledge/ awareness of the demands of print and ability to package our digital journalism for a print audience
• Strong track record as a journalist
• Demonstrable editing experience working in a fast-moving news environment
• Interest in and knowledge of other areas of the Guardian's output - opinion, culture, sport, lifestyle and features. 
• Good knowledge and understanding of the Guardian’s values
• Ideally you will have a demonstrable ability to bring a diverse perspective to the role.

We actively encourage applications from groups traditionally underrepresented in the UK media.

We currently operate a hybrid environment working at least 3 days a week from our offices in Kings Cross.

The full job description can be found here.

We value and respect all differences (seen and unseen) in all people. We aspire to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve, where our people have equal access to career development opportunities, their voices are heard and can contribute to our future. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Many of our staff work flexibly and we will consider all requests for flexible working arrangements.

How to apply

To apply, please upload your latest CV 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 Tuesday 30th June 2026.

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 help your application, this includes providing documents in accessible formats or personalising the process to better support your needs. Please contact Sean, Senior Recruitment Partner on to discuss further so we can work with you to support you through your application.

Benefits at the Guardian

You'll have six weeks of annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase an additional 5 days. Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8-12% (depending on your age). We believe in giving back, which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season ticket loans are also available.

You are entitled to life cover, income protection, and eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance.

We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy.

Culture and wellbeing

We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought. Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive workplace. We became the first major media organisation to achieve B Corp status.

We offer tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including access to our employee benefits platform which provides tailored support for health and wellbeing. In addition, we also offer free yoga and pilates classes. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme.

Our canteen has views overlooking the Regents Canal and caters for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Learning and development

We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships.

We value honesty in your application. AI generated content must not be presented as your own work. 

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