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Closing Date: 05-Jun-2024

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 now looking for an Assistant Editor/Writer to assist in the editing, writing and curation for a weekly Guardian newsletter. This role was created under the Legacies of Enslavement programme. The role will be appointed on a 12-month fixed term contract (Part time - three days per week).
About the Role
Edit, curate and sometimes write a weekly newsletter reporting on Black populations around the world
Work with news and other desks as required
Work with colleagues, including reporters, news editors and multimedia team, on collaborative projects
About You
Experienced journalist with a strong track record working on national, regional, local or specialist titles (at least 3 years)
Interest in global news agenda, particularly as it affects Black populations
Excellent writing skills
Experience in editing and sub-editing copy
Ideally, you'll have a demonstrable ability to bring a diverse perspective to this role
We actively encourage applications from candidates who are Black, Asian, minority ethnic or from other groups traditionally underrepresented in the UK media.
You can find the job description here.
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 Wednesday 5th June 2024.
All roles at the Guardian are open for everybody to apply. It is important to us that you feel supported and comfortable throughout your application process, in order to perform your best.
Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Please contact Sean Brinkley, sean.brinkley@guardian.co.uk to discuss further so we can work with you to support you through your application.
Benefits at the Guardian
Culture & 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 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 also offer free yoga and pilates classes. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme.
Learning & 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.
Our Working Environment
We take pride in our surroundings and are pleased to offer versatile meeting rooms and colourful communal areas. We have a brilliant canteen that caters to breakfast, lunch and dinner, with views overlooking Regent's Canal.
Additional Benefits & Policies
We offer 30 days annual leave per annum, plus an additional 5 day holiday purchase scheme. 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 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season ticket loans are also available.
You are entitled to life cover, income protection, healthcare, sick pay and 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.