Sub Editor - Financial Markets Publication

DisruptionBanking is an internationally recognized online newswire exploring the evolving financial and tech landscapes. We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Sub-Editor to support our editorial team in delivering high-quality content to a global audience. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate with a passion for journalism and financial markets to build their career in an exciting and fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities • Editing and Proofreading: Ensure all articles are polished and free of errors, refining grammar, tone, and style while maintaining DisruptionBanking's distinctive voice. • Fact-Checking: Verify the accuracy of information, data, and sources to uphold journalistic integrity. • SEO Basics: Learn and apply SEO principles to optimize articles for search engines using tools like Google Analytics and SEMRush. • Content Coordination: Help manage the workflow of articles, liaising with writers, the Features Editor, and the design team to meet deadlines. • Collaborative Feedback: Work with the Features Editor to provide constructive feedback to contributors, improving content quality. • Page Layout & Design Support: Assist with coordinating layouts, visuals, and treatments to create engaging content. • Special Features Assistance: Contribute ideas for special features and help the team forward-plan for larger projects. • Press Release Editing: Adapt press releases into reader-friendly content that resonates with our audience. Requirements • A degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or a related field. • Some experience in editing, writing, or publishing, such as an internship or student media role. • Experience writing articles and a small portfolio • Experience with financial markets, banking or trading • Strong attention to detail and a solid understanding of grammar and syntax. • Enthusiasm for learning about SEO tools (e.g., SEMRush, Google Analytics) and digital publishing. • Good organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines. • Passion for finance, technology, or global business trends is a bonus. • Familiarity with CMS platforms or digital publishing is advantageous but not required. • Willingness to work two days a week in our Canary Wharf office. Why Join Us? This role is a gateway to a career in journalism and digital publishing. You'll gain hands-on experience in a professional newsroom, working alongside industry experts to refine your craft and develop essential skills. At DisruptionBanking, your ideas and contributions will help shape content that informs and inspires a global audience.