Copy Manager/Subeditor – Condé Nast Traveller (UK) in London

Condé Nast is a global media company producing the highest quality content with a footprint of more than 1 billion consumers in 32 territories through print, digital, video and social platforms. The company’s portfolio includes many of the world’s most respected and influential media properties including Vogue, Vanity Fair, Glamour, Self, GQ, The New Yorker, Condé Nast Traveler/Traveller, Allure, AD, Bon Appétit and Wired, among others.

Location: London, GB

Condé Nast thrives on collaboration, and our teams come together in the office four days a week (Monday - Thursday). We value diversity of background, views and cultures. We celebrate people for their personal qualities, skills and contributions, recognising the power our brands have to influence and shape culture.

The Role

The Copy Manager will support the copy-editing function of Condé Nast Traveller. Working closely with the Copy Director, the Copy Manager helps run the copy desk, upholds editorial standards and ensures accuracy, clarity and consistency across all published content. The role includes deputising for the Copy Director when required. Day to day, the Copy Manager works under the direction of a UK-based Copy Director and is embedded within Condé Nast Traveller. Structurally, the role sits within Condé Nast’s global Content Integrity Group (CIG) and reports to the Global Content Integrity Director. As part of a global centre of excellence, the role supports wider company standards and workflows, and may evolve as editorial needs change.

What will you be doing?

• Copy-edit and proofread to a high standard
• Ensure copy is accurate, clearly structured and aligned with the publication’s tone and style
• Carry out light fact-checking and liaise with the fact-checking team as needed
• Flag legal, ethical or other sensitive issues
• Write headlines and display copy where appropriate
• Edit and shape copy to fit magazine layouts
• Manage copy through all stages of the production process, from early layouts to final proofs
• Provide cover for the Copy Director during absences
• Collaborate with colleagues across markets and brands on style and standards
• Support other editorial work as needed

About You:

• At least two years’ experience in copy-editing, proofreading or subediting on a print publication
• Excellent command of British English grammar, spelling and usage
• Strong editorial judgement and close attention to detail under deadline pressure
• Confidence in making structural and line‑level edits and shaping display copy
• Familiarity with fact‑checking practices and legal sensitivities is an advantage
• Experience with Adobe InCopy/InDesign, Slack and Google Workspace helpful
• Comfortable working independently while remaining collaborative and open to feedback

What benefits do we offer?

• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) and extra days of annual leave if you move house or want to volunteer.
• You’ll have access to a competitive pension scheme, Bupa Private Healthcare, Season ticket loans and eye tests.
• We offer a range of tools to support your wellbeing, including core hours, 10 remote days (from home or a country with a Condé Nast office location), access to our Employee Assistance Programme, corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme.
• We’re a dog‑friendly office, plus you’ll enjoy discounts and magazine subscriptions, keeping you up to date with all things Condé Nast.
• We encourage personal and professional growth through the Condé Nast Learning Hub, where you’ll find an extensive portfolio of learning courses and training, available in local languages.
• Our Employee Resource Groups provide a platform for employees to identify shared objectives, exchange ideas, and work on community priorities for our global workforce.

Condé Nast is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status and other legally protected characteristics.