Job Description:

Assistant Editor / Associate Editor

• Location: Maidstone, Kent (Base Office) with 1-2 days per week in Covent Garden, London
• Salary: £26,000 – £28,000 per annum + Fully Covered London Travel Expenses
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm  + occasional travelling and out of hours events

About the Role:
Are you an editorial professional with a couple of years of experience looking to take the next step in your career? My client is seeking a sharp, highly organized Associate Editor to join our market-leading multi-channel media portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

• Commission Content: Source, pitch, and commission insightful features from high-level pharmaceutical professionals and healthcare specialists.
• Sub-Editing: Line-edit, copy-edit, and sub-edit incoming technical manuscripts and columns for flawless grammar, flow, and regulatory accuracy.
• Digital Growth: Write breaking news and repurpose print features into engaging, SEO-optimized digital formats.
• Production & Proofing: Review page layouts and check final proofs across print and digital pipelines before publication.

What We Are Looking For:

• 1–3 years of proven experience in an editorial, sub-editing, or writing-heavy role.
• An uncompromising eye for detail with strong technical editing capabilities.
• The confidence to interview and network with corporate stakeholders in London.
• B2B, pharma, or scientific publishing exposure is a distinct advantage, but a willingness to learn a complex industry is key.