Deputy Managing Editor - Remote

Overview

Newsweek is seeking a full-time Deputy Managing Editor to join our London bureau. The Deputy Managing Editor will assist Newsweek editorial leadership with editorial performance management, operations and administration to ensure the smooth functioning of the newsroom, with a focus on maintaining productivity, high standards and best practices among journalists and editors.

In Short

• Implement performance goals and objectives for the editorial team.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.
• Develop and implement performance improvement plans.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure team objectives are met.
• Collaborate with other departments to align editorial goals with overall company strategy.
• Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for team members.
• Address performance issues and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Support editorial leadership to coordinate the daily operations of the newsroom.
• Ensure production, communications and Standards processes are followed.
• Support other Newsweek bureaus’ editorial operations where required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field preferred.
• Proven experience in editorial management or a similar role.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze performance data and make informed decisions.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Several years of editing experience working at a reputable publication.
• Experience using CMS and analytics tools such as Google Analytics, Parse.ly and Microsoft PowerBI.
• Experience with Microsoft productivity suite and Teams.

Benefits

• Flexible home working.
• Private medical insurance.
• On-site office gym.
• Annual bonus scheme.
• Access to Linkedin Learning.