Manchester Evening News Warrington Writer

Company Description

Manchester Evening News Warrington Writer - Trainees start at £24,024 and Seniors start at £32,760 + company benefits 

Location - Hub (Manchester) - Up to 3 days per week

Full time

This autumn we are expanding the Content Hub with a new team which will be deployed on breaking stories and trends across our portfolio. We are on the lookout for talented Audience Writers to help us connect with our target audiences in meaningful ways. Do you love patch reporting? Do you want to work in one of the country’s most vibrant newsrooms? We are looking for a creative and passionate journalist to grow our Warrington audience. 

About Reach

We are Reach Plc, you might not have heard of us but we have probably met without you even realising it. We are home to the UK and Ireland’s most iconic digital platforms, magazines and newspapers. From the Mirror, Daily Express and OK!, to our regional titles such as the Manchester Evening News, Liverpool Echo, BirminghamLive (plus lots more), our brands and the stories we cover are as varied as our people. We help all kinds of people share experiences through our stories because we believe this is what makes us human.

Oh, and we should probably also mention that with a monthly readership of 47 million people, Reach is the largest commercial publisher in the UK. At Reach, not only will you feel better understood, you will also feel you understand other people better too. 

Job Description

What will the roles involve?

As the Warrington writer you will be responsible for producing a string of original content from the area. You will be laser-focused on the audience, bringing in and telling the stories that matter. You will be data-led, responding to what the readers are consuming and adjusting your focus accordingly. Your content will be used across the Manchester Evening News and the Liverpool Echo.

Qualifications

Who are we looking for?

To be our Warrington writer, you will be expected to manage and deliver a consistent schedule of high-quality pieces from and about the area, leaning heavily into data to inform your decision-making.

You will be creative and have a constant stream of ideas. You will have excellent written and communication skills. It’s important to note that to succeed in this role, you must be comfortable working to targets and deadlines and be flexible in your approach. 

The role will involve shifts over seven days. 

You will have recognised industry qualifications such as NCTJ or equivalent and a strong understanding of media law. As well as the Manchester Evening News and the Liverpool Echo, you may also be required to work across other Reach publications.

Additional Information

What can we offer you?

We are offering a competitive salary and benefits including;

• Help saving for your retirement - join our pension scheme and we’ll match contributions up to 6%

• 25 days’ holiday per year when you join. After three, five and ten years’ service with Reach, you’ll accrue one additional day of annual leave. We also have a Holiday Purchase Scheme

• Giving back day - an additional day’s leave each year to support a cause close to your heart

• Enhanced family leave - including maternity, paternity and adoption - and you’ll be eligible after just six months’ employment

• Private Healthcare Cash Plan - free health cash plan so you can claim back cash for a range of medical expenses

• As one of the UK’s top 50 Inclusive Employers everyone’s invited to join our events, programmes and networks to celebrate diversity and build an environment where all our people can thrive

• Wellbeing support - including a 24/7 employee assistance programme (EAP) for you and your nearest and dearest

• Awesome career opportunities - you’ll have support from your line manager and a range of learning & development programmes

• We are also a member of the 30% Club, a global campaign aimed at increasing gender diversity at board and senior management levels

Reach plc believes diversity brings benefits for our customers, our business and our people. This is why we are committed to being an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all suitable applicants irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation.