Chief Sub Editor, Politics

Want to do the best work of your life? Make your mark at Europe’s leading entertainment brand. Our people make Sky a truly exciting and inclusive place to work – a place where you can be yourself and let your skills shine. 

The chief sub, politics, is a key part of the Sky News politics unit, working closely with the assistant editors and reporters in Millbank as well as the wider online team in Osterley. 

What You'll Do 

• Sub-edit and oversee the Politics Hub live blog 
• Help lead the team and drive our politics offering forward with new and creative ideas 
• Curate and edit political content effectively to showcase the best of our team's journalism. 

What you'll bring: 

• First class writing skills with a track record of producing and sub-editing stories to a high standard. 
• Excellent news judgement and a passion for political stories. 
• Experience in handling breaking news scenarios. 
• Great communication skills and a proven ability to work well in a team 
• The ability to keep on top of lots of different moving stories simultaneously 
• The judgement to protect our brand while maximising audience numbers 
• Willing to adjust your work patterns when events require. 

Team Overview: Sky News 

At Sky News, our mission is to bring you the full story, first. We take you there, 24:7, reporting from the heart of the events changing our world. We ask the big questions of everyone, revealing what you want to know. And our style is bold and independent, giving you a fresh perspective.  

In the UK, Sky News is a compelling alternative to the public service broadcasters and opinion-driven news outlets, reaching one in three people every month. Across the world, we are one of the most-followed English language news brands on social media, bringing award-winning British journalism to a global audience.  

Sky News is part of Sky, one of Europe’s leading media and entertainment companies, owned by Comcast Corporation.  

Watch Sky News, free, wherever you get your news.  

The Rewards:  

There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to #LifeAtSky: the perks. Here’s a taster:  

•   Access to free NOW, for streaming all your favourite shows   
•   A generous pension package   
•   Private healthcare   
•   Discounts and cashback at over 800 Retailers  

Inclusion:  

At Sky we don’t just look at your CV. We’re more focused on who you are and your potential. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we’re happy to discuss flexible working.   

We are a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can.   

Why wait?   

Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can’t wait to hear from you.   

To find out more about working with us, search #LifeAtSky on social media. A job you love to talk about.  

Just so you know: if your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.