Staff Writer, How It Works - Maternity Cover (9 months)

Who we are
We create trusted, expert content that helps millions of people discover more about the things they love, need and care about. From technology, gaming and entertainment to fashion, lifestyle, sport, finance and beyond, our specialist brands connect people with their passions every day.
Across websites, magazines, newsletters, social channels and events, we bring expert content to audiences around the world. We combine our deep specialist knowledge with innovative technology and data to create engaging experiences, build valuable communities and help people make better-informed decisions.
Behind it all are our people - passionate experts, creators, innovators and problem-solvers who are shaping the future of media.
The Team You’ll Join
You'll join the How It Works editorial team, working alongside the senior staff writer, senior art editor and production editor.
What you'll do
Reporting to the Editor, you'll be responsible for producing high-quality content for the print and digital brand, working to agreed briefs, templates and deadlines. You'll be contributing new content ideas that demonstrate your awareness of the market, as well as an understanding of the readership and popular trends. You'll also contribute to the brand’s social media channels, helping to increase reach and engagement, promote the brand and support its commercial objectives.
What you’ll bring
Awareness of readership and tone across print and digital writing
Excellent time management and ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
Clear communication skills and a team player
Ability to work quickly and effectively as part of an editorial team
Ability to manage social media platforms, with awareness of successful approaches and trends
Research skills, using authoritative sources to achieve high-quality and accurate copy
Minimum Requirements
Proven ability to write high-quality, engaging and relevant content
Good industry knowledge and market awareness
Ability to work in a CMS and adapt content between online and print
What we offer
Uncapped leave
Enhanced parental leave
Discounted rates with Dental care and Private Medical care
When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
Refer a friend scheme - with payment following the successful hire.
Well-being support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes
Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan
Salary sacrifice Pension scheme up to 5% match
Free drinks and snacks in our offices
The expected salary for this role is £26,500.
This is a fixed term position for 9 months as maternity cover (with potential to increase to 12 months).
This is a Remote-based role.
Internal job family level E7
Inclusion and Diversity at Future
At Future, we’re working to attract, retain and foster diverse talent, educating our colleagues in the importance of diversity, and review our internal processes so that they remain as free from bias as possible. We recognise that, in order to reach diverse communities through our content, we must first ensure ours is a culture in which diversity can thrive.
Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.
If you need any reasonable adjustments, please let us know, and we'll be happy to support you.
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