Union Press is looking for a bright, talented online-editor to work on our digital products - thedrinksbusiness.com and thespiritsbusiness.com .
This is a superb opportunity to have responsibility for a recently re-launched news portal. Backed by a cutting edge web design, administration and sales team, the ideal candidate will have over two-years web editing experience. You will be expected to lead from the front, working with the editor and website administrator, managing the editorial team, setting the tone of the site and selecting topics to cover. Keeping abreast of the latest developments in the drinks industry, you will be bursting with ideas for exciting and interesting web content. The successful candidate will join a vibrant and fast-growing team based at their central London (London Bridge) offices.
Key responsibilities include:
€ Commissioning and editing unique content for the websites
€ Managing social media contents
€ Engaging with web users
€ Generating creative ideas to increase the value of the websites
€ Working with the in-house CMS
€ Working with the online division to increase web traffic
Key skills:
€ Excellent writing, editing and communication skills
€ Ability to research topic areas
€ Excellent time management and organisational skills
€ Ability to work with a team and adapt to new challenges
Experience required:
€ Two years relevant experience
€ Educated to degree level
€ Knowledge of social media
€ A background in the drinks industry would be beneficial but not essential
€ Experience commissioning and editing is desirable
Please ensure your eligibility to work before applying.
Please apply by sending a CV with a covering letter as to why you'd be the ideal candidate.