Economics Editor

The Times and The Sunday Times represent a combined 400 years of covering news and providing comment and analysis on the UK and the world. We are authoritative, credible, responsible, trusted and a part of the nation's cultural heritage.

Your role

The Times is looking for an Economics Editor. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced and ambitious journalist to provide economic analysis and commentary for Times readers.

The successful candidate will work closely with the business editor to deliver news and analysis for all sections of the paper, across print and digital.

Apply with a covering letter and your CV by 4th October.

Day to day you will

• Command respect and authority on economics, with the ability to communicate that knowledge effectively in print, digital, radio and television to the business and general news readers of The Times.
• Cover major economics stories across a broad range of areas.
• Write across all sections and platforms seamlessly with particular attention to digital.
• Write distinctive and engaging commentary and analysis for The Times online and in print.
• Build and maintain excellent contacts.
• Promote The Times's economic coverage by becoming a "voice" on Times Radio.
• Demonstrate a strong knowledge of social media and an ability to use it to increase our readership.
• Work collaboratively with other sections across the paper.

What we're looking for from you

• Experience working as a writer or editor for a leading website, trade magazine or national newspaper.
• Demonstrable interest in economics and business news.
• Experience in digital and a commitment to growing our digital audience.
• Knowledge and experience of SEO.
• Keen attention to detail and meticulous fact-checking.
• Ability to use social media platforms to engage new audiences for The Times.
• Able to work autonomously and to strict deadlines.
• A strong understanding of editorial compliance and regulatory issues.

We are News UK

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Posted by: Richard Fletcher, Business Editor