In-Cumbria Magazine Editor

Application Deadline: 4 July 2025

Department: Editorial

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Kendal

Reporting To: Joy Yates

Compensation: £36,000 - £38,000 / year

We are hiring a Magazine Editor for in-Cumbria magazine. Are you a passionate storyteller with a sharp editorial eye and a flair for business journalism? in-Cumbria, Cumbria’s leading business magazine and part of the Newsquest Media Group, is looking for a Magazine Editor to lead its next chapter. With a bold mission to champion the innovation, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit that define Cumbria’s business landscape, in-Cumbria is far more than a magazine; it’s the region’s definitive voice for business insight and inspiration.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to take the editorial reins of a highly respected publication. You’ll have the creative freedom to shape its editorial direction, drive digital innovation, and expand its online presence—while continuing to celebrate and strengthen its proud print heritage. Supported by the region's dedicated editorial and commercial teams, this role offers true ownership and the chance to make the magazine distinctly your own. This is a home-based role that offers flexibility and autonomy, while still requiring a strong presence within the region. As regular networking and attendance at business events are key aspects of the role, applicants must be based within a commutable distance of Cumbria and its business community.

This role could be the perfect fit for an experienced magazine editor ready for a fresh challenge or someone stepping into their first editorial leadership role. While a background in traditional journalism is welcome, we’re equally open to professionals from PR and communications who are content-driven, commercially aware, and confident navigating the business world. If you have a passion for storytelling, a knack for building relationships, and the ambition to shape a publication with real regional impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Edit and lead the monthly business magazine, raising its profile and evolving it as the go-to source for regional business insight.
• Drive business coverage across six online platforms, ensuring high-quality, engaging content both in print and digital.
• Collaborate with commercial teams to deliver impactful content initiatives—from bespoke features and supplements to annual campaigns on Finance, Climate Change, Infrastructure, Manufacturing, and Tourism.
• Curate and manage contributors, sourcing top-tier voices to enhance the magazine’s editorial excellence.
• Identify editorial opportunities that can generate revenue and deepen audience engagement.
• Meet and pitch clients alongside commercial colleagues to build and strengthen strategic relationships.
• Host quarterly roundtables with influential leaders, aligning discussions with the magazine’s editorial calendar.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• A full UK driving licence and access to a car are essential.
• Experienced in magazine editing, with a proven track record of producing high-quality editorial content.
• NCTJ diploma or Industry equivalent.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with content management systems and production tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience managing a team of writers, photographers, and designers.
• Knowledge of current events and trends in the magazine industry.
• Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Well-connected with strong local knowledge of Cumbria and surrounding areas, and able to work well across editorial and commercial functions.
• Experience in PR & Communications or equivalent, with market knowledge and the ability to spot opportunities for commercial activity.
• Comfortable writing business features, interviewing CEOs, hosting round table discussions, and pitching clients with commercial colleagues.

Job Benefits and D&I

• Competitive basic salary
• Editors Bonus
• Home working
• Structured career progression, ongoing training, and personal performance reviews
• Ongoing learning opportunities.
• Contributory pension
• Perks and discounts
• Full 25 days of paid holiday, statutory bank holidays, and your birthday off
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Discount vouchers
• Discounted gym membership
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Mental health support via Lifeworks
• Eye test vouchers plus £50 towards new glasses
• Annual Volunteer Charity Day

Newsquest Media Group and LOCALiQ are equal-opportunity employers, welcoming applications from all community sections. Regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, all applicants are considered equally. The recruitment process is designed to be fair and inclusive, with a commitment to accommodating adjustments that can assist all applicants.