News Editor

News Editor - Leading Trade Media

Location: Flexible / UK-based
Reports to: Editor-in-Chief

About the Role:
Our client is a leading media brand that inspires and supports the independent retail and wholesale sector. Their mission is to share knowledge, nurture relationships, and deliver creative solutions that help readers and clients thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead the News Agenda

• Set, lead, and align the daily, weekly, and fortnightly news agenda across print and digital platforms.

• Manage weekly news meetings and coordinate reporting assignments.

• Plan and oversee yearly editorial calendars, monthly news specials, and off-diary investigative coverage.

2. Produce Outstanding News Content

• Break exclusive news stories online and in print that make an impact.

• Deliver accurate, on-time copy tailored for both print and digital audiences.

• Produce analysis pieces and develop online-first strategies to grow digital readership.

• Upload and optimise content for digital platforms, promoting it through social media.

3. Build and Maintain Relationships

• Develop and maintain a strong network of retailers, suppliers, wholesalers, trade groups, publishers, and industry experts.

• Collaborate with reporters to generate concise, high-quality content.

• Engage with readers, clients, and industry stakeholders via social media.

4. Support the Wider Team

• Work closely with insight, features, design, production, marketing, and commercial teams.

• Provide editorial input to support sales, campaigns, and brand initiatives.

• Attend and deliver editorial from industry events across the UK and Ireland.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Proven track record of sourcing and writing exclusive, accurate, and audience-relevant news.

• Strong understanding of media law, ethics, and responsible data analysis.

• Excellent collaboration and relationship-building skills.

• Highly organised, thrives under pressure, with exceptional planning and deadline management skills.

• Ability to understand and represent reader interests with quality, accurate writing.

Desirable:

• Experience in a busy newsroom environment.

• Strong social media and digital skills, with a record of engaging audiences and growing readership.

• Knowledge of business, economics, politics, and the UK convenience market.

• Confident public speaking and presentation skills.

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Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law.

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