Weekend Copy Editor - Remote (India)

About the Role

IBTimes UK is looking for a detail-oriented Weekend Copy Editor to support our weekend editorial desk.

This role is responsible for ensuring every article meets our editorial standards before publication. You'll work closely with writers and the Weekend News Editor to improve accuracy, structure, readability, SEO and overall quality while maintaining our house style.

We're looking for someone who can spot weak angles, strengthen copy, and ensure every article delivers exactly what the headline promises.

Key Responsibilities

Copy Editing

• Edit articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation and clarity
• Ensure British spelling, formatting and house style are followed
• Improve article flow, structure and readability
• Remove repetition, filler and unnecessary content
• Ensure introductions are engaging and answer the headline early
• Check that H2 subheadings are used appropriately and formatted in Title Case

Editorial Quality

• Ensure articles align with their assigned headlines
• Identify opportunities to strengthen stories through:
• Better structure
• Additional context
• Expert commentary
• Relevant research
• Social media or Reddit reactions where appropriate
• Flag factual inconsistencies, unsupported claims or potential legal concerns
• Verify names, dates, figures and quotations where possible

SEO & Publishing Support

• Ensure articles satisfy search intent
• Improve headlines and standfirsts where necessary
• Ensure keywords are incorporated naturally
• Work with the Weekend News Editor to maximise Discover and MSN potential

Requirements

• Minimum two years' experience editing digital content
• Excellent written English
• Strong understanding of grammar and style
• Familiarity with British spelling and formatting
• Basic understanding of SEO and search intent
• Strong attention to detail
• Comfortable using AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude or Gemini to improve editorial workflows

We're Looking For Someone Who

• Catches mistakes others miss
• Understands what makes an article engaging
• Improves copy without changing the writer's voice
• Works efficiently under tight deadlines
• Has excellent editorial judgement
• Takes pride in producing polished, publication-ready articles

How to Apply

Please send:

• Your CV
• A short cover letter
• Two editing samples
• A brief explanation of your editing experience

Shortlisted candidates will complete a copy editing assessment.

Benefits

• Work from home
• Weekend schedule
• Remote position

Schedule

• Saturdays and Sundays
• 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM (India Standard Time)
• Remote

Work Location: Remote – India

Benefits:

• Work from home

Work Location: Remote