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Assistant Newsletter Editor

The Observer -
London

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
2 days ago

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Season ticket loan
Company pension
Private medical insurance

Full job description

Location: The Observer Newsroom, Fitzrovia, London

Contract Type: Permanent, full-time and hybrid - option to work one day a week remotely

Who are we?

The Observer’s promise is in the name. The Observer bears witness; the best of journalism being curious minds at work. It loves the arts and ideas, both for their own sake and because they can change lives. It’s proudly progressive, but has no party allegiance. It’s open to different arguments and its editorial independence is non-negotiable. We are building a new Observer across print, audio and digital. We’re here to build journalism that lasts.

We are expanding our digital footprint, and our newsletter operation is at the heart of this growth. We deliver high-quality journalism, sharp analysis, and engaging curation directly to our readers' inboxes. As we scale our existing portfolio and prepare to launch an exciting slate of new free and premium products, we are looking for a sharp, organised, and data-minded Assistant Newsletter Editor to join our team.

About the role

As the Assistant Newsletter Editor, you will play a pivotal role in the day-to-day execution and long-term strategy of our newsletter ecosystem. Working closely with the Newsletter Lead, you will handle the production and delivery of our current campaigns while helping shape the launch plans for upcoming products.

This is a fast-paced role that sits at the intersection of editorial excellence, audience engagement, and commercial collaboration.

What you'll be doing

Sub-editing and fact-checking newsletter copy
Regular newsletter production, editing and delivery,
Data analysis on newsletter performance,
Working accurately under tight deadlines,
Collaboration with senior editors on campaigns,
Management of sponsorships and promotions, in close collaboration with commercial teams

Key skills and experience include:

3+ years of content editing experience, including sub-editing
Prior experience with production CMSs and newsletter editing software, ideally DotDigital
A strong news-sense, with the ability to follow the day-to-day news agenda to inform newsletter strategy,
Confidence to manage editors and contributors to ensure strict deadlines are met,
A data-driven mindset, with the creativity to understand what drives engagement and growth

Salary & Benefits

30 days holiday + bank holidays
Private healthcare
Group income protection & life assurance
Pension
Cycle to Work scheme
Interest-free season ticket loan
Free snacks and drinks in the newsroom
Hybrid working (London newsroom + 1 day remote flexibility)

Our Process

We aim to run our interview process at pace and with clarity at every stage, recognising how challenging it can be to balance alongside other commitments or interviews. The number of stages will vary depending on the nature and level of the role, but we see this as a two-way process and hope you’ll enjoy the opportunity to meet a range of potential future colleagues.

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