The Economist, Britain public-policy Editor

We're hiring a Britain public-policy editor

Our Britain section is looking for an experienced public-policy journalist.  This senior role involves the researching and writing of articles for the Britain team of The Economist, in print and online. The public-policy editor will play a key role in our coverage of public policy in Britain, looking at issues of public-services reform and state capacity as well as at critical elements of the growth agenda, from devolution to industrial policy, from skills to planning. The public-policy editor will also help shape the overall Britain coverage of The Economist, and in particular coverage of the way
that the state operates.

The role will be based in London.

To apply, please send a 600-word article suitable for publication in the Britain section, along with a CV, by Friday, March 3rd 2023.

The article is the most important part of the application. Please attach your article either using the 'portfolio attachment field' or link to it in your cover letter.  We will read applications blind (ie, without looking at your name or where you are from). If what you write is not exceptionally good, we will not look at your CV. This is to ensure that the process is as unbiased and meritocratic as possible.

The Economist welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds. We are convinced that drawing talent from a broad pool makes for better journalism and that breadth of perspectives and experiences leads to richer debate. We are looking for new colleagues–regardless of their age, disability, gender, race and sexual orientation–who can enrich our newsroom and help us produce great journalism.