Editorial Assistant / Content Writer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Leeds
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£24,000 / year
CATEGORY
Creative & Design
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SKILLS

Copywriting Content Creation Proofreading Research SEO-friendly writing Editorial Standards Deadline Management Stakeholder Collaboration

FULL DESCRIPTION

Editorial Assistant / Content Writer

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire / Hybrid
Salary: £22,500 to £24,000 per annum + Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Recruiter: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Job Description

An exciting opportunity for a creative Content Writer / Editorial Assistant with strong copywriting, proofreading and content creation skills to support a busy publishing team delivering engaging editorial and marketing content.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Editorial Coordinator, Communications Assistant, Copywriter, Marketing Executive, Digital Content Assistant

JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an Editorial Assistant / Content Writer to join a growing publishing team producing lifestyle magazines, digital content and marketing campaigns.

Working as an Editorial Assistant / Content Writer you will create engaging content, support editorial workflows and ensure all copy is accurate, consistent and aligned with brand tone and style guidelines.

As an Editorial Assistant / Content Writer you will collaborate with editors, designers and stakeholders, managing multiple deadlines while contributing ideas and supporting content strategy.

This role is ideal for someone with strong copywriting, content creation and proofreading skills looking to build a career in publishing, marketing and digital content.

Duties

  • Content Writing: Producing engaging editorial, digital and promotional content across print and online channels
  • Copywriting: Creating clear, compelling copy aligned with brand voice and audience engagement goals
  • Research: Conducting thorough research to ensure content is accurate, relevant and well-structured
  • Proofreading and Editing: Reviewing and refining content to maintain high editorial standards and consistency
  • Content Planning: Supporting editorial meetings and contributing ideas for future publications and campaigns
  • Deadline Management: Managing multiple projects and ensuring all content is delivered on time
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Working closely with designers, clients and internal teams to align content with visual design
  • Content Coordination: Liaising with contributors and clients to source, manage and chase content
  • Editorial Support: Assisting the Editor and stepping in when required to support wider team objectives
  • Digital Content Support: Supporting online content, competitions, data management and audience engagement

Candidate Requirements

  • Previous experience in a content writing, editorial, copywriting or publishing role, ideally within magazines, publishing or lifestyle content
  • Strong copywriting, content creation and proofreading skills with excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to write engaging, SEO-friendly content across multiple formats and audiences
  • Experience managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced publishing or marketing environment
  • Strong organisational, time management and multitasking skills
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • A relevant qualification in Journalism, English, Media or similar
  • Understanding of media law, editorial standards and content best practice
  • A proactive, creative and adaptable approach to work

Benefits

  • On-site parking
  • Private medical scheme
  • Hybrid working (minimum three days in the office)

How to Apply

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO-P14672

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