Deputy Showbiz Editor – Express – Reach (London)

We are looking for a Deputy Showbiz Editor to join us at The Express.

We are keen to speak with candidates that are ready to help lead our teams of writers in delivering content which informs, inspires, indulges and informs our readers about their lives.

Whether it is ball gowns, break-ups or baby bumps, you’re always in the know. You’re clued up on celeb news from around the globe, with a particular interest in the UK and the US. If it’s on TV, you’re watching it and if it’s breaking news, you broke it.

As our Deputy Showbiz Editor you will be responsible for managing content, developing teams and working closely with our Showbiz Editor.

We’re looking for fresh ideas and new perspectives from people from a wide range of backgrounds, and we want you to tell us the stories you believe are important from our many communities so we can continue to diversify our content.

We are happy to consider applications on a flexible working basis, and will always aim to accommodate requests where possible.

This role is home and hub based linked to our London Hub with a minimum of 2 days in office per week. Therefore you must be based in and around London to be considered.

What will the role involve?

You will take charge of the coverage of major breaking news stories across the showbiz world, sourcing, writing and developing stories that will appear to the Express’s audience. You will sub edit and manage showbiz copy to ensure it is accurate and attention grabbing.

You will support and guide the showbiz team to ensure content meets the high standards our readers have come to expect. You will have the opportunity to plan for you and your team to attend exciting events on behalf of the Express. You will stay up to date with all things showbiz to make sure we stay ahead of our rivals when it comes to scooping exclusive stories.  This position will involve weekend/evening working so a flexible approach is required.

Who are we looking for?

• NCTJ qualification or equivalent and in depth knowledge of media law is essential
• Previous experience of both writing and editing lifestyle stories at a national or large regional digital title is essential
• Strong digital publishing skills and proven experience securing showbiz exclusives is essential
• You have a fantastic eye for detail and proven experience reporting on and editing all things showbiz – specifically UK and US and a bursting contacts book to match
• You can create and edit content at pace whilst meeting deadlines with ease
• You enjoy the test of working to tight deadlines and have experience utilising SEO
• Excellent social media skills and knowledge of all major platforms including Facebook, Instagram and X for posting of content
• People management skills are desirable as the role will involve deputising and managing reporters in the Showbiz Editors absence

What can we offer you?

We are offering a competitive salary, and benefits including:

• Help saving for your retirement – join our pension scheme and we’ll match contributions up to 6%
• 25 days’ holiday per year when you join. After three, five and ten years’ service with Reach, you’ll accrue one additional day of annual leave. We also have a Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Giving back day – an additional day’s leave each year to support a cause close to your heart
• Enhanced family leave – including maternity, paternity and adoption – and you’ll be eligible after just six months’ employment
• Private Healthcare Cash Plan – free health cash plan so you can claim back cash for a range of medical expenses
• As one of the UK’s top 50 Inclusive Employers everyone’s invited to join our events, programmes and networks to celebrate diversity and build an environment where all our people can thrive
• Wellbeing support – including a 24/7 employee assistance programme (EAP) for you and your nearest and dearest
• Awesome career opportunities – you’ll have support from your line manager and a range of learning & development programmes
• We are also a member of the 30% Club, a global campaign aimed at increasing gender diversity at board and senior management levels

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Reach plc believes diversity brings benefits for our customers, our business and our people. This is why we are committed to being an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all suitable applicants irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation.