Deputy Editor, Yorkshire Life

Yorkshire Life is one of the UK’s most beloved regional lifestyle magazines, celebrating the people, places, food, and culture that make Yorkshire unique. With a loyal readership and a strong digital presence, we deliver high-quality, engaging content across print, web, and social platforms.

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic deputy editor to support the editor in producing compelling content for Yorkshire Life across print and digital platforms. This is a dynamic role that involves writing, commissioning, editing, and contributing to the overall production of the magazine. You’ll also play a key role in maintaining our social media presence and deputising for the editor when required.

Whilst you will work from home, we would ideally like someone to be located in the Yorkshire area due to the localised nature of the role. You will need to travel to events around the region so a driving licence and a vehicle is essential for the role.

• Assist the editor in sourcing, writing, and commissioning engaging lifestyle content.
• Edit and proofread features to ensure accuracy, legal compliance, and editorial quality.
• Commission and coordinate photography and social page coverage.
• Write regular hero features and conduct interviews with local personalities.
• Maintain and update Yorkshire Life’s social media channels with relevant content.
• Attend events, occasionally during evenings or weekends, to represent the magazine.
• Manage content flow and deadlines in the Editor’s absence.
• Collaborate with the sales team and support promotional events as needed.

• NCTJ or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience in feature writing and magazine production.
• Strong editorial judgement and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in managing social media platforms.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with Yorkshire’s geography, culture, and lifestyle.
• Experience managing contributors or small editorial teams is a plus.

• Competitive basic salary.
• 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.