Retail Gazette is looking for an experienced and ambitious Senior Content Editor to help shape our editorial output and strengthen our position as a leading source of news, interviews and insight for the UK retail industry. This is a hands‑on role for a talented business journalist who combines sharp news judgement with excellent editing, content‑planning skills; and events’ moderation.
Working across digital news articles, interviews, impact papers, webinars and events, you will create compelling content for retail professionals. Additionally, you will support commercial projects and contribute ideas that grow audience engagement. While the role will cover the whole omni‑channel retail ecosystem, there will be dedicated in‑store and supply chain newsletters to oversee, each week.
You will bring curiosity, accuracy and authority to coverage of the people, innovation and trends shaping retail.
Key responsibilities
- Plan and produce high-quality editorial content across breaking news, analysis, interviews, features and thought leadership.
- Edit with confidence, ensuring every piece is accurate, engaging, well structured and aligned with Retail Gazette’s editorial standards.
- Help set the daily and longer-term content agenda, identifying stories, themes and formats that matter to senior retail professionals.
- Develop commercial content, including sponsored impact papers, and partner‑led features, while maintaining editorial quality and clarity.
- Build a strong industry network of retailers, brands, analysts and expert contributors to generate exclusives and distinctive insight.
- Support podcasts and multimedia content through research, guest booking, scripting, interviewing and publication.
- Represent Retail Gazette at events, including moderating panels, hosting webinars and conducting live interviews.
- Collaborate across the business with commercial, marketing, events, design and freelance contributors to deliver projects on time.
- Use audience insight and performance data to refine coverage, improve engagement and identify opportunities for growth.
- Support and guide colleagues and contributors, sharing feedback and helping maintain a consistent, high-quality editorial voice.
About you
- An experienced journalist or editor with a strong track record in business, retail, consumer, ecommerce or B2B publishing.
- Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
- Strong news judgement and the ability to turn complex developments into clear, engaging stories.
- Commercially aware, with experience of branded or sponsored content and a clear understanding of editorial integrity.
- A confident interviewer and presenter who is comfortable hosting webinars, podcasts and live events.
- Collaborative, organised and skilled at managing internal and external stakeholders.
- Curious about the forces reshaping retail, including technology, ecommerce, consumer behaviour, marketing, sustainability and store strategy.
Qualifications and experience
- Significant professional experience in journalism, editing or content production.
- Experience working in a newsroom, media business or B2B publishing environment.
- A degree or professional qualification in journalism, communications, English or a related discipline is welcome but not essential; relevant experience and a strong portfolio are equally valued.
- Knowledge of UK retail and an established industry contact network would be an advantage.
Why join Retail Gazette?
You will join an ambitious editorial team with the opportunity to influence coverage across multiple formats, develop your industry profile and create content that reaches a substantial audience of retail decision‑makers. If you are excited by the fast‑moving retail sector and want to produce journalism with impact, we would love to hear from you.
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Senior Content Editor employer: Retail Gazette Ltd.
Retail Gazette is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and collaborative work environment in the heart of London. As a Sales Development Representative, you'll have the chance to develop your career in B2B media sales while working closely with experienced professionals and engaging with leading brands in the retail sector. With a strong focus on employee growth, networking opportunities, and a supportive culture, Retail Gazette is committed to helping you thrive in your role and achieve your career aspirations.
