Join our team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless, investigative journalism, and holds power to account. Our team of award-winning journalists, cutting-edge commercial professionals, and industry-leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We offer a challenging and exciting environment for career development, with a focus on training, growth and fostering an inclusive culture.
We are looking for a subeditor to join Guardian news.
You’ll be working on agenda-setting journalism by some of the world’s most respected reporters, which could range from breaking political developments in Westminster to hard-hitting global investigations or viral popular culture stories. As a subeditor in Guardian News you will help shape how we present our content across our digital and print platforms, ensuring it lands with maximum impact and appeal for our readers.
This is a 9-month fixed-term contract or staff secondment, on a 9-day fortnight work pattern with weekend working as required.
About the role
- Subedit a range of copy across Guardian News output
- Write online and print page headlines and standfirsts in collaboration with editors and senior production staff
- Select pictures and multimedia elements to create the best visual presentation for our content
- Assign relevant keywords and metadata
- Optimise content for digital reach in consultation with audience team
About you
- Relevant subbing and production experience - particularly online
- Confidence in using web tools
- Experience in creative visual presentation of content across platforms
- Knowledge of media law
- Journalism qualification, media law knowledge and familiarity with the PCC code of conduct desirable, but not an essential requirement
- Ideally you will have a demonstrable ability to bring a diverse perspective to the role.
We actively encourage applications from groups traditionally underrepresented in the UK media.
All roles at the Guardian are open for everybody to apply. It is important to us that you feel supported and comfortable throughout your recruitment process, in order to perform your best. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to help your application, this includes providing documents in accessible formats or personalising the process to better support your needs. Please contact Sean Brinkley, senior recruitment partner on [email protected] to discuss further so we can work with you to support you through your application.
How to apply
To apply, please upload your latest CV and a cover letter which outlines why you’d love to take on this role, and why you’re a great match for what we’re looking for.
The closing date for applications is Thursday 7th May 2026.
Benefits at the Guardian
You'll have six weeks of annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase an additional five days. Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8-12% (depending on your age). We believe in giving back, which is why employees are given two volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season ticket loans are also available.
You are entitled to life cover, private health care, income protection, and free eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance.
We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy.
Culture and wellbeing
We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought. Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive workplace. We became the first major media organisation to achieve B Corp status.
We offer tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including access to our employee benefits platform, which provides tailored support for health and wellbeing. In addition, we offer free yoga and pilates classes. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme.
Learning and development
We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships.
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