Copywriter

Join our team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless, investigative journalism, and holds power to account. Our team of award-winning journalists, cutting‑edge commercial professionals, and industry‑leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We offer a challenging and exciting environment for career development, with a focus on training, growth and fostering an inclusive culture.

This is a hands‑on, strategic role focused on shaping how our messaging drives clarity, trust, and performance across our digital products. This is a part‑time position working three days a week (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday). You’ll play a critical role in evolving how the Guardian communicates value to readers and supporters, ensuring that experiences feel transparent, respectful, and aligned with our editorial mission. Your work will directly support the Guardian’s goal of building a sustainable future for independent journalism through meaningful, trust‑led user relationships. As the only dedicated copywriter in this product design space, you’ll define best practices and influence product direction.

• Drive copy development for Supporter Revenue touchpoints, including contribution prompts and subscription journeys
• Optimise messaging through testing to improve engagement, conversion, and long‑term retention
• Manage UX copy across the end‑to‑end product experience, from discovery through to delivery
• Design and assist A/B tests across copy variants for modals, banners, and landing pages
• Work closely with Product Designers to integrate copy into wireframes, prototypes, and final designs
• Partner with Editorial and Marketing to ensure alignment with Guardian voice, tone, and standards
• Define and maintain UX writing guidelines for revenue and product experiences
• Advocate for user‑first thinking in decision‑making

• Proven experience in copywriting within digital product environments
• Strong portfolio demonstrating impactful work across landing pages, in‑product messaging, and conversion flows
• Exceptional ability to write clear, concise, and engaging copy for complex user journeys
• Experience optimising copy for performance, including A/B testing and data‑informed iteration
• Deep understanding of tone of voice, content hierarchy, and accessibility best practices
• Comfortable working as an embedded partner within design teams, influencing product decisions through language
• Confident operating as a sole copy practitioner, setting standards and driving quality independently

You'll have 30 days of annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase an additional 5 days. Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8‑12% (depending on your age). We believe in giving back, which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season ticket loans are also available. You are entitled to private healthcare, life cover, income protection, and eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance. We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy.