Junior Writer & Content Creator, Style - Esquire in London

We are the UK's leading premium publisher, home to iconic and influential media brands including Esquire, Men's & Women's Health, ELLE, Good Housekeeping, Harper's Bazaar, Digital Spy, Cosmopolitan, Red and more. At Hearst UK, we don't just create content – we shape culture. Our workplace is driven by passion, shaped by authenticity and powered by creativity. We back bold ideas, act with an entrepreneurial mindset and continually evolve to meet the moment - while respecting the legacy that's brought us here.

Hearst UK operates an in office policy with flexible Fridays. Our office is based at House of Hearst, 30 Panton Street, St James's, London, SW1Y 4AJ, where teams collaborate in person and connect across brands and functions.

Salary: Circa £30,000 - Salary is dependent on experience and will be assessed in line with the candidate’s skills, knowledge, and relevant expertise.

The Role: Esquire is looking for a Content Creator, Style with flair, confidence, and a passion for men’s style. This is a fast-paced, hands‑on role spanning social, digital, and video – from writing sharp, witty copy to presenting. You’ll shape and execute smart, social‑first strategies, publish content that grabs attention, and bring fresh ideas to the table daily.

• Comfortable on camera, well‑connected, and bursting with creativity, you’ll play a key part in keeping Esquire’s platforms stylish, engaging, and ahead of the curve.
• Partner with the central social team to deliver a market‑leading, cross‑channel social strategy for Esquire UK.
• Represent Esquire at relevant industry events in order to capture the moments and conversations that count.
• Grow and energise Esquire’s audience across TikTok, Instagram, Pinterest, and beyond.
• Create, front, and develop standout franchises – from on‑camera interviews to YouTube series.
• Edit and polish video content that’s built to perform on social.
• Collaborate with the Style Directors and Site Director to deliver 2/3 (minimum) sharp, original style stories every day for esquire.com/uk.
• Use SEO insight to target the right conversations and maximise visibility.
• There may be some opportunities to contribute to Esquire’s print magazine with features on style, fashion, watches, and grooming.
• Work hand‑in‑hand with commercial and creative teams on brand partnerships in style, grooming, and watches.
• Act as a true ambassador for Hearst UK and its values.
• Take on additional projects and responsibilities where your creativity and skills can add value.

What We Are Looking For:

• Proven social media strategist with experience creating and executing cross‑channel, market‑leading campaigns.
• Menswear obsessive with a strong track record of driving engagement across social platforms and websites.
• Sharp, stylish writer with deep knowledge of men’s fashion, watches, grooming, and lifestyle - past, present, and future.
• Confident presenter, ready to front and develop standout video franchises for social and YouTube.
• Skilled video editor with a keen eye for refinement and social‑first impact.
• Strong grasp of SEO, Google Discover, and the mechanics of digital publishing.
• Brimming with ideas to bring men’s style and culture to life across Esquire’s channels – from bold, engaging video to smart social storytelling.
• Well‑connected, with an expanding black book of industry contacts.
• Highly organised, deadline‑driven, and skilled at juggling multiple priorities.
• Collaborative under pressure, able to balance input from multiple managers with ease.

Hearst UK is deeply committed to using our influential brands to reflect the world we want to live in – one that respects, protects, represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people. As a business, we recognise the significant benefits of creativity, collaboration and innovation that comes with diverse teams. Not only is diversifying the voices in our organization the right thing to do, but it also helps us to make powerful and exciting content that can be enjoyed by many more people. This is why we’re working to build a sense of true belonging within our business and foster a culture in which everyone feels heard.