Reporting to the News Editor, you’ll work with a dynamic team of editors, reporters, and social pros.
Take the lead in identifying and developing breaking news and feature stories to produce quality and exclusive content for all three major titles: the Mirror US, Express US and the Irish Star.
Alert to breaking news, assigning stories to writers, and paying attention to the finer details to edit their work to the highest standard.
Using sound editorial judgment, know when stories require legal advice and make the necessary changes.
Using analytics tools to learn and show willingness to drive traffic and story count numbers.
Communicate effectively with other departments such as SEO and Social.
Set the standard for excellence in the newsroom through professionalism, enthusiasm, and collaboration.
Conduct interviews, build strong source relationships, and stay ahead of trends by monitoring competitors and social media.

dynamic newsroom leader with proven experience in national or major regional journalism.
Skilled at working independently.
Unique ideas to craft compelling and creative stories.
Perform under pressure while upholding the highest journalistic standards.
Use data-driven insights to shape content.
Edit with speed and accuracy.
Engage diverse audiences across digital platforms.
Strong interviewing, investigative, and communication skills are essential.
Solid understanding of media law, SEO, and digital publishing tools.
A degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field is required.
Able to forward plan, thinking beyond the shift you're working, looking at rotas and content plans, as well as juggling breaking news during a shift.
Sharp editorial judgment, creativity, and the ability to shape stories that inform, inspire, and resonate with audiences.
Comfortable editing reporters, providing them constructive feedback, and taking ownership of any issues in the team.
Able to work flexibly, as this role involves shift work that includes evenings and weekends

25 days of paid time off on an accrual basis per year (15 days PTO plus 10 statutory holidays) and 5 sick days
if you work on a statutory holiday you will receive a day in lieu
401k
Up to 3.5% employer contribution depending on your contribution
Personal Medical Insurance
Paid Leave for Maternity/Paternity/Adoption/Caregiver/Medical Leave
Employee Discounts
Save on hotels, concerts, sport events and more!
Access to FinFit via Paychex our HR system: Reduce financial stress with access to instant credit upon approval, tools to manage your money, and free financial counselling
Wellbeing support
including a 24/7 employee assistance programme (EAP), dedicated Personal Assistants and Wellness programs
Awesome career opportunities
you’ll have support from your line manager and a range of learning & development programmes

Assistant News Editor

Key skills