​William Reed, Commercial Content Editor - Grocery & Retail

ROLE OVERVIEW

William Reed is seeking a talented Commercial Content Editor with extensive journalism experience and strong editorial skills to join the company’s Grocery and Retail division.

The Commercial Content Editor will be responsible for creating high-quality native/client-funded content to help clients connect with the food and drink community for lead generation, brand awareness and thought leadership purposes.

Reporting into the Managing Director Retail & Manufacturing, you will work closely with the editorial, commercial, marketing and digital teams to help clients meet their content marketing goals via industry-leading business media publications such as The Grocer – the leading business brand  for the food and drink sector.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Research, write and commission multimedia content including, but not limited to, online promotional features, webinars, videos and whitepapers
• Create compelling digital marketing campaigns to help drive content engagement
• Report on key KPIs to demonstrate value and success, both internally and externally
• Work proactively with the commercial team to generate new content, audience and revenue opportunities
• Manage production schedules, liaising with authors and other writers on a day-to-day basis
• Cultivate relationships with clients, agencies and contributors, as well as across the William Reed business

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Substantial experience in writing and commissioning journalistic content
• Experience in working with native/client-funded content
• Extensive digital experience required, including knowledge of CMS, basic HTML, Google Analytics, Photoshop and social media is preferred
• Experience working as part of a news/journalism organisation
• Strong organisation and time management skills – you will be able to meet regular deadlines on time
• Excellent communication skills – both written and oral
• Must be entrepreneurial, a problem-solver, detailed reader/line editor and creative thinker.

COMPANY BENEFITS INCLUDE

• Competitive Salary
• Company Pension Plan
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Group Income Protection

MORE INFORMATION

If you are interested in applying for the position, please click 'APPLY NOW' and complete the application form.