Associate Editor (Politics)

The New Statesman is looking for a talented and experienced journalist to join its Westminster team as we expand our award-winning political coverage.

The role of Associate Editor (Politics) will involve working across all our platforms, including the website, the weekly print magazine, newsletters, podcasts and events. You will be a pivotal member of our politics team – led by Andrew Marr and George Eaton – during the post-election period and beyond.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Significant experience as a political journalist at a major media organisation.
• A track-record of breaking stories, writing stylish and original political analysis and conducting interviews with senior politicians and public figures.
• Excellent contacts across all the main political parties, especially the Labour Party.
• A keen interest in international politics and intellectual debate and how both interact with Westminster.
• Broadcast experience and an interest in podcasts, newsletters as platforms for growth.
• A willingness to work flexibly, including evening and weekend shifts when required.
• An ability to work quickly under pressure and to generate compelling ideas each day.

Company benefits

• 25 days' holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Additional days off for your birthday, health and well-being day and volunteering day
• Subscription to NS publications and all other online content
• Access to a discounted shopping program
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Enhanced company sick pay after probation

To apply, please email George Eaton, Senior Editor (Politics) (george@newstatesman.co.uk) with your CV, a cover letter and a short critique of the New Statesman’s political coverage and three ideas for features. The deadline for applications is 28 June.

The New Statesman values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Please inform the hiring manager if you require any reasonable adjustments so that you can fully participate in the recruitment process.

Please note, candidates must have, or be able to independently obtain, the right to live and work in the United Kingdom as we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.