News editor, ENDS Report

About the Position

We are seeking a News Editor for ENDS Report to lead a multi-award-winning team in environmental journalism, focusing on impactful stories and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Plan, commission, write, edit, and ensure timely delivery of news and news analysis, working under the direction of the deputy editor.
• Check and edit all news copy to ensure it meets the brief, makes sense, and provides a compelling read.
• Support the news team by writing online news and news analysis, as well as features.
• Prepare ENDS Report’s flagship daily news bulletin and oversee the delivery of the title’s specialist bulletins.
• Line management responsibilities for junior members of staff, including helping them develop their skills and maximize their contribution to ENDS Report.

Requirements

• Excellent commissioning and copy-editing skills.
• First-class writing skills.
• Good familiarity with all the subject areas covered by the ENDS brand.
• An analytical mind - ability to process data, understand it, and know how to apply it.
• Understanding commercial drivers – especially what drives reader loyalty and subscriber retention, and what converts audiences into paying subscribers.
• Experience with analytics tools (Google Analytics, social media monitoring tools, etc.).
• Ability to get on with people from colleagues, both on the brand and centrally, and to apply the learning from those relationships to the task in hand.
• Persistence and energy - monitoring and improving systems once they are set up.
• Excellent networking skills - the ability to establish and develop good relationships with leading figures in specialist sectors.
• Demonstrated ability to manage workflow, deadlines, and ensure quality and timeliness of copy.

We Offer

• 25 days holiday per year excluding bank holidays (increasing 1 day per year of service up to 30 days).
• Work from anywhere in the world for up to 3 weeks of the year with our ‘Work from Anywhere’ days.
• Flexible working hours (core hours from 10-3) allowing you the flexibility to adapt your work schedule to your personal commitments.
• Generous contributory pension scheme.
• Health Cash Plans: With our health cash plans, you can access a range of healthcare benefits, including coverage for medical expenses, dental care, optical services, and more.

About the Company

Haymarket Media Group values its people and strives to shape a better future with remarkable content. From paid content and subscription services to integrated advertising and content marketing packages, we deliver market-leading branded experiences that inspire great decisions. From data and digital information solutions to live events, awards, and professional education services.

We are a Disability Confident employer and offer guaranteed interviews to all disabled applicants who meet the above minimum criteria. To be considered as part of this initiative, please ensure you indicate if you have a disability when applying for the post. If you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to fully participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected].

Working here means being part of a commitment to shaping a better future. As a proudly Certified B Corp™, we are part of a global movement of businesses acting as a force for good. Haymarket Impact is focused on making a positive difference globally, guided by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and intertwined with an unwavering commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

We invest heavily in our people. From professional development and internal training to mentorship and coaching. Our certified Disability Confident status has fostered an environment where all employees feel supported, valued, and can ask for workplace adjustments without fear of judgment.

Our valuable partnerships for good globally mean colleagues are always up for taking on a new charitable challenge, utilize their volunteering day, and go out of their way to support their local communities.

We know how important a healthy work-life balance is too. Our flexible hours and hybrid working model means employees are expected to be in the office at least three days a week and can work remotely for the remaining two. This means we thrive together when we collaborate in person, fostering stronger connections and creativity, but still allowing for flexibility outside of those times.

As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to ensuring all candidates have the same opportunity to succeed, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, age, or disability. In line with our dedication to fairness and transparency, we are also proud to be a We Show the Salary employer, pledging to always include pay details on our job adverts.

Join us and be part of award-winning teams and a culture that is truly unique - a place to grow, feel inspired, build a brilliant career, and make a difference.