Assistant Editor

Title: Assistant Editor, The Week - 12 Month FTC

Location: London England GB

Type: Contract

Workplace: Hybrid remote

Job Description:

The Week is one of Britain's leading news weeklies, it takes the best of the British and international news, comment, and arts coverage, and distils it into just 35 succinct editorial pages, helping readers to stay informed about events and form their own opinions on the latest issues.

What you'll be doing

Reporting to the Editor, you'll help write and edit our flagship UK print magazine brand. You'll work with a small team, writing, planning and editing the magazine. We're looking for someone who has broad interests, and a good feel for the most important stories of the week.

You'll assist with the editorial process, from selecting topics - based on reading of the newspapers - to writing and editing.

Experience that will put you ahead of the curve

• Experience writing and editing
• Experience writing in a distinct editorial voice
• Good news judgement
• Understanding of the concerns and interests of The Week's readers
• A non-partisan approach to gathering news, analysis and opinion

What's in it for you

The expected range for this role is £29,000 - £50,000.

This is a Hybrid role from our London Office, working three days from the office, two from home

… Plus more great perks, which include;

• Uncapped leave, because we trust you to manage your workload and time
• When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
• Refer a friend and get rewarded when they join Future
• Well-being support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes
• Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan

Internal job family level E5

Who are we…

We're Future, the global leader in specialist media. With over 3,000 employees working across 200+ media brands, Future is a prime destination for passionate people worldwide looking to consume trusted, expert content that educates and inspires action - both online and off - through our specialist websites, magazines, events, newsletters, podcasts and social spaces.

We've got ambitious plans that further build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities – and we're looking for driven people who want to be a part of it!

Our Future, Our Responsibility - Inclusion and Diversity at Future

We embrace and celebrate diversity, making it part of who we are.

Different perspectives spark ideas, fuel creativity, and push us to innovate. That's why we're building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

When it comes to hiring, we keep it fair and inclusive, welcoming talent from every walk of life. It's not just about what you bring to the table — it's about making sure the table has room for everyone.

Because a diverse team isn't just good for business. It's the Future.

Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.

Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments made so we can give you the best experience!

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