Executive Editor, BBC Local
BBC invites you to apply for the Executive Editor position at our BBC Local division.
Job Details
* Job Band: F
* Contract Type: Permanent, Full‑time
* Department: BBC Local
* Location: Nottingham & Leicester (Hybrid)
* Proposed Salary Range: £72,000 - £85,500 (depending on skills, knowledge and experience)
Purpose of the Role
Do you have the leadership skills to lead the two important BBC Local Radio stations serving Nottingham, Leicester and Rutland? As Executive Editor of BBC Radio Nottingham and BBC Radio Leicester, you will oversee creative programming, head two talented teams and enable them to consistently meet audience needs on both linear and digital platforms.
Your Key Responsibilities and Impact
* Oversee the audio teams in Nottingham and Leicester, building on success and setting a vision aligned with divisional strategy.
* Oversee the radio schedules, lead presenters and production teams, and develop ideas for digital commissioning and visualisation.
* Hold regular team briefs and one‑to‑one feedback sessions; ensure teams are aware of KPIs and supported to deliver them.
* Maintain a deep understanding of target audiences and develop strategies to reach underserved groups.
* Prioritise focus across both sites, splitting time effectively.
* Provide inspirational leadership, support career development and talent retention, and role‑model BBC values.
* Collaborate with other regional leaders to maximise content impact.
* Innovate and develop pitches for digital platforms, demonstrating a track record of fostering a positive, engaged culture.
Essential Criteria – Skills and Experience
* Editorial leadership experience.
* Track record for leading creativity and innovation.
* Demonstrated understanding of BBC Local audiences and growth opportunities.
* First‑class communication skills.
* Energy and resilience.
Desired but Not Required
* Evidence of changing workplace culture and challenging poor behaviour/performance.
* Experience managing change.
Additional Information
We welcome applicants who can bring these skills and experience, along with transferable strengths. Please note:
This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, its principal accountabilities, and the skills, knowledge and experience required. It is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all duties.
Employer may conduct employment screening checks (reference, eligibility to work, safeguarding, adverse media checks). Offers are conditional on satisfactory checks.
For general queries, contact: bbchr@bbc.co.uk
Redeployment: BBC is committed to supporting employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC.
Seniority level: Executive
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industry: Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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