Editor

Setform Ltd is an industry leader in B2B publishing and exhibitions. Our extensive selection of print and online content covers a range of industrial sectors, including engineering, science, transport and energy. We're on the hunt for a knowledgeable multidisciplinary Editor to join our office full-time in London.

This is an exciting opportunity for candidates with an extensive B2B journalism background to join the ranks of a quickly-growing global organisation and contribute to its ongoing success.

The successful candidate will be heading up a combination of our industry-specific publications.

Key accountabilities:

• Collaborate with the sales and production departments to plan and set the editorial agenda for each publication.
• Responsible for sourcing and writing high-quality and accurate technical content for each publication, including interviewing industry leads, managing freelancers and junior team members. Be able to turn complicated jargon into straightforward and succinct copy.
• Proof copy for both print publications and online, ensuring all copy is accurate, factual, grammatically sound and in-keeping with house style.
• Write daily news reports and rewrite press releases into house style for our industry leading websites, EngineerLive and ScientistLive. Ensure content is logically organised and accessible to users, adhering to key design principles. Use web analytics to assess content performance and highlight potential issues or opportunities to colleagues.
• Gather valuable industry insights and editorial opportunities from business leaders in the field by visiting pertinent businesses, organisations and exhibitions. There will be opportunity for some overseas traveling.
• Work with other departments to update our product offering, in-keeping with fresh innovations, systems, and technologies.
• Forge strong ties with the sales, marketing and production departments for optimal company-wide success.

Necessary experience:

• At least four to five years’ experience in an editor, deputy editor or senior journalist role, preferably in B2B journalism.
• Extensive experience working on both print and online publications and platforms, preferably in magazines.
• Proficiency with CMS such as WordPress, as well as SEO and GA4 experience.
• Demonstrable ability to take prompt, independent action in response to feedback, questions and concerns from stakeholders, external partners and colleagues.
• Adept with technology, including a variety of software and apps, in order to successfully work across multiple content management systems. Preferred candidates will have experience using Adobe programmes such as Photoshop and InDesign.

Desirable experience:

• NCTJ-accredited degree in Journalism.
• An engineering or scientific background, or previous experience working on engineering or science-focused publications.
• Experience in curating webinar events – from sourcing speakers, crafting content and hosting the shows, all the way to post-production editing.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £30,000-£35,000 DoE

Benefits:

• Hybrid working (mix of office- and home-based working)
• Opportunity for overseas travel
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (3 days must be reserved for Christmas break)
• Central London office location

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Remote work opportunities may be available for the ideal candidate, but you must be willing and able to make it into the office.

Expected start date: ASAP

Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London EC4A 4AD