281 scottish news jobs in Scotland

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.,

• Successfully manage productive relationships with the acting Scottish editor, journalists in Scotland and the teams in London
• Work with editors, writers and reporters to conceive, commission and edit exclusive agenda-setting Scottish news stories for a print and digital audience
• Use SEO and data tools to help guide commissioning and construct headlines
• Demonstrate an understanding of what works best for digital, offering Scottish content that is truly distinctive
• Forward-plan, working with journalists on long-range projects and big campaigns
• Use social networking and other digital platforms for content generation and to promote The Times and Sunday Times Scottish content
• Represent The Times and Sunday Times on radio and TV especially on our own internal stations
• Assist the senior editorial team with management of reports and junior staff, To do this, we believe our employees must represent different backgrounds, perspectives and experiences. We strive to maximise and encourage every individual's potential and ensure everyone feels valued. We support this through our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategy, which focuses on three main priorities - attracting talent from a wider, more representative pool, developing equity programmes to drive better representation in our leadership, and ensuring diversity and inclusivity in our workforce as well as the journalism and content we produce. We also currently have 12 employee led networks and groups that support our strategy and connect like minded employees socially.
  
  Applicants must have experience working either on a news desk or as a senior reporter at a national newspaper or major news organisation. You will have precise commissioning and copy-editing skills and strong expertise in Scottish current affairs and politics.
You will be able to demonstrate your ability to work under pressure, to tight deadlines and with rigorous accuracy. You must have an insatiable appetite for news and the skill to spot stories where others might miss them.,
• Experience working as a news editor or senior reporter for a national newspaper or major news organisation
• Demonstrable interest in Scottish politics and current affairs
• An understanding of how audience data supports commissioning and how to promote a story on social media and through search engines
• Knows how to attract and retain new digital audiences
• An ability to work under pressure, to tight deadlines and with rigorous accuracy
• Ability to communicate succinctly and effectively
• Experience of working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
• Persuasive presentation skills, well-developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to problem-solve
• A strong understanding of editorial compliance and regulatory issues
  
  Some of our benefits include:
• Maternity leave up to 18 weeks full basic salary & paternity leave up to 2 weeks
• Wide range of training available, plus full LinkedIn Learning access
• Private medical insurance including coverage for pre-existing conditions
• Discounted gym memberships, free ClassPass at Home, weekly virtual yoga classes
• 'Bikes for Work' and 'Electric Car' scheme
• Up to 60% discount on Harper Collins books
• Access to exclusive events and competitions with exciting brands such as talkSPORT, Virgin Radio UK & The Times. Weekly virtual panel chats with top journalists and celebrities
• Access to wellbeing benefits such as EAP, physio/massage and counselling
• A generous pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 5%
• 30days holiday, plus bank holidays and up to 4 volunteering days per year