Editor, INTEREST in Norwich

Editor, INTEREST in Norwich

Norwich Full-Time No home office possible
Moneyfacts Group

About Us

Moneyfacts Group plc is the UK’s leading provider of retail financial product data and has been pioneering financial comparison technology for over 35 years.

Moneyfacts’ data is used by virtually every bank and building society in the UK, the Bank of England, Financial Conduct Authority, Financial Ombudsman Service, HM Treasury, Prudential Regulatory Authority and UK Finance.

INTEREST is a new digital publication from Moneyfacts, using our historic data, intelligent, impartial editorial and graphs to inform readers about what is going on with interest rates.

INTEREST is published every six weeks, to fit in with MPC meetings. It focuses specifically on inflation and rate setting. INTEREST seeks to identify the effects, positive or negative, interest rates have on the economy.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an Editor for INTEREST to take the publication forwards. The role would suit an experienced editor or assistant editor from the banking or financial services arena.

We are looking for a talented individual with a background in finance, statistics and/or financial data, who can develop this key subject area.

The ideal candidate will have specialist writing skills and will be responsible not only for driving the content themes but also writing much of the content themselves.

Typical Duties

  • Coordinate the editorial, design and production team
  • Maintain existing and develop new industry contacts
  • Identify good quality contributors
  • Liaise with industry contacts to identify news stories
  • Take a lead in monthly editorial meetings
  • Write and produce own content

Essential Skills/Experience

  • Previous experience in an editorial role, including identifying and commissioning material from contributors/readers
  • Educated to Degree level, ideally in a related subject
  • Previous experience working as a writer in financial fields
  • Background in banking and finance
  • Specialist writing skills
  • Ability to work with data
  • Keen interest in current affairs
  • Ability to research and analyse historical data and identify trends
  • In depth knowledge and understanding of the role of the Bank of England in UK monetary policy.
  • Previous experience working for or with organisations such as the ONS, Bank of England, Reuters, or the Financial Times would be advantageous.
  • Preferred 5-6 years experience in an editorial or similar role in industry
  • Management skills, experience of overseeing/managing people

Salary

Competitive Salary, commensurate with skills and experience.

Hours

Full time

Benefits

  • 25 days holiday plus public holidays + up to 3 days Long Service entitlement
  • Birthday day off
  • Enhanced Workplace Pension
  • Employee Assistance Programme – free access to wellbeing and support tools
  • GP24 – free unlimited 24/7 access to a GP
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Free car parking for all staff, two private car parks
  • Electric vehicle charging points
  • Locker rooms with showers and hairdryer
  • Fully air-conditioned offices
  • Free football car parking on Norwich City FC match days
  • Monday Motivation – Free treats on Mondays
  • Access to discounted local bus travel

Moneyfacts Group

Contact Detail:

Moneyfacts Group Recruiting Team

How to prepare for a job interview at Moneyfacts Group

✨Know Your Financial Stuff

Make sure you brush up on your knowledge of interest rates, inflation, and the role of the Bank of England. Being able to discuss current trends and how they impact the economy will show that you're not just a writer, but someone who understands the financial landscape.

✨Showcase Your Editorial Skills

Prepare examples of your previous editorial work, especially in finance. Bring along samples that highlight your ability to write compelling content and coordinate with contributors. This will demonstrate your hands-on experience and your knack for producing quality material.

✨Be Ready to Discuss Data

Since the role involves working with financial data, be prepared to talk about how you've used data in your previous roles. Think of specific instances where you analysed data to identify trends or inform your writing. This will show that you can handle the analytical side of the job.

✨Engage with Current Affairs

Stay updated on the latest news in finance and economics. During the interview, reference recent developments or articles that relate to the role. This will not only show your passion for the subject but also your proactive approach to staying informed.

Editor, INTEREST in Norwich
Moneyfacts Group
Location: Norwich

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