Senior Sub-Editor

Senior Sub-Editor (up to £36,000)

12 month fixed term contract

Immediate is home to some of the biggest and most loved consumer brands in the UK, including Radio Times, Good Food and BBC Gardeners World magazine. Our trusted, quality content reaches millions of people a month across digital, print, video, podcasts, apps and live events.

We’re the destination for people looking to get more from the things they love. We’re here to inspire, fuel, encourage and educate.

Whether it’s the big things, or the little things; from reaching fitness goals to savouring good food, cultivating outdoor spaces, or enjoying the latest TV sensation – we help bring our audiences joy!

About the role

Good Food is the No.1 food media brand in the UK, having established its place over 35 years on the newsstand. In this role you will sub-edit magazine and digital content for Good Food as well as for other titles in the portfolio. You will also take on chief sub-editor duties for special digital editions, assisting in planning and overseeing production and periodically act as chief on one-shot magazine titles. 

As a Senior Sub-Editor, you will;

• Sub-editing recipes and features across digital and print
• Be a guardian of house style and ensure consistent tone of voice
• Oversee production for special digital editions
• Occasionally oversee production on one-shot print titles
• Write headlines for print and digital, including Apple News
• Manage freelancers where necessary

• A sharp eye for detail
• Keen editorial judgment
• Experience in editing pages using Indesign
• Experience in using a CMS (Wordpress)
• Strong grasp of SEO requirements
• Strong organisational skills
• Demonstrable passion for food
• Experience with Rhapsody systems is desirable

• A relaxed working environment with regular socials including a summer festival
• Supportive well-being initiatives and benefits, talks & workshops, and Mental Health First aiders & Champions
• 25 days holiday plus a day for your birthday. Our offices will be closed between Christmas and New Year’s which are in addition to your annual entitlement
• Claim back everyday health care cost with Medicash our Health Cash back plan
• Lease an Electric vehicle through our EV salary sacrifice scheme
• Tailored training and development through both our inhouse learning platform and LinkedIn Learning
• A progressive and transparent culture focused on your development  
• Flexible / hybrid working plus early finish Fridays
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced Family Policies including paternity, adoption and surrogacy leave. We also provide a pregnancy loss, fertility, and carers policy
• Competitive pension plans and Life Assurance
• A newly renovated modern office with lots of collaborative spaces

At Immediate, we pride ourselves on our open, inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic culture that empowers our people to thrive and give their best. We care deeply about our people, our local communities and the impact we have on the environment. Our active Diversity & Inclusion network, comprehensive well-being programs, and clear sustainability strategies reflect this commitment.

People are at the heart of our business and creating a diverse and inclusive working environment is important to us. Immediate is an equal opportunities employer. We’ll never treat anyone less favourably because of their sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, marital/civil partnerships, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnic origin, age, religion or belief or disability. We’re also committed to supporting applications from those who are returning to work following a career break, maternity leave or caring responsibilities.

Immediate is a place you can grow, be supported, and make a difference.