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Senior Editor - North & Mid Essex
Newsquest Media Group —Colchester
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- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
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Newsquest Media Group —Colchester
Full clean driving licence and access to a vehicle insured for business use. Ensure both print and digital products meet agreed sales and audience targets.
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Senior Editor - North & Mid Essex

Newsquest Media Group -
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Permanent | Full-time
9 days ago

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Company pension
Discounted gym membership
Employee discount
Paid volunteer time

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Leadership
Communication skills

Full job description

Description

Are you ready to lead and inspire the talented editorial team of the Colchester Gazette? Newsquest Media Group is looking to recruit an Editor to lead our north Essex titles - including the region's well-respected daily title. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of local journalism, overseeing both print and digital publications that inform, connect and entertain communities across the region. You will need to be able to serve our print audience and the thousands of readers who pay for our digital content.

As Editor, you will be the guardian of our brands and values, driving editorial strategy and ensuring our products are the first choice for local news. You’ll have the chance to develop your team, foster relationships with key stakeholders, and play a pivotal role in the senior management group. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality content, thrive on meeting deadlines, and want to make a real impact in the local media industry, we want to hear from you.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted. It is recommended to apply early to avoid disappointment. We reserve the right to close the vacancy ahead of the advertised deadline if suitable candidates are identified.

Key Responsibilities

Lead editorial operations across north Essex, implementing strategy and ensuring brand values are upheld
Develop and manage a team to produce engaging, visually appealing publications and websites
Organise editorial departments to deliver high-quality content within defined budgets
Ensure both print and digital products meet agreed sales and audience targets
Foster positive relationships with local communities, businesses, and public figures
Contribute to commercial opportunities and encourage this across the editorial team
Manage production deadlines and take action to resolve issues
Upload, create, and manage content in line with company style and policy
Monitor and improve the quality, accuracy, and impartiality of all news content
Liaise with other departments to maximise opportunities for newspaper and advertising sales
Represent Newsquest externally, promoting the image and reputation of the business

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Proven leadership experience in editorial or media environments
NCTJ Qualification
Strong understanding of editorial strategy and content development
Excellent communication and team development skills
Ability to manage budgets, resources, and staff rotas effectively
In-depth knowledge of media law, editorial codes, and best practices
Technologically adept, with experience in digital publishing and audience analytics
Skilled in planning, organising, and prioritising workload to meet deadlines
Confident in building relationships with stakeholders and representing the business externally
Full clean driving licence and access to a vehicle insured for business use

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
Holiday buy scheme for extra flexibility
Structured career progression & ongoing training
Pension plan
Employee Helpline counselling and advice
Perks & discounts including:
- Gym membership
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Eye care
- Retail discounts
Team building days & annual volunteer charity day

About Newsquest Media Group

We are a media company with a difference. We are committed to bringing a voice to your region by investing in a passionate team of journalists who proudly serve their communities by sharing authoritative news that readers trust. Our sales teams provide local businesses with highly responsive digital advertising and marketing solutions.

We are one of the largest regional news publishers in the UK and have a portfolio of more than 250+ local news brands and magazines online and in print. With an online audience of 41 million users a month and 7 million readers a week in print, our content is read by a substantial proportion of the UK population.

In addition to our local news brands, we own several digital pure play and specialist media businesses such as s1jobs and s1homes, Exchange & Mart, and Newsquest Specialist Media. We also own LOCALiQ, an award-winning digital marketing agency that specialises in driving more leads, increasing online growth and generating return on marketing investment on behalf of thousands of UK SMBs.

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