Associate Editor- digital

Monocle; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent media brand in London is seeking an associate digital editor. This role focuses on developing and optimizing content to enhance readership and subscriptions, utilizing strong SEO principles. Ideal candidates should have 2-5 years of digital editorial experience and a passion for the brand. The position is based in office at the Marylebone HQ and offers a range of benefits, including health insurance and annual leave.

Benefits

Discounts at the Monocle café and shop

Breakfast provided five days a week

Health and life insurance benefits

23 days of annual leave

7-day Christmas shutdown

8 bank holidays

Dog-friendly office

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of digital editorial experience with strong SEO focus.
• Familiarity with content optimization and SEO best practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team.

Responsibilities

• Identify content gaps and search opportunities using SEO tools.
• Plan and commission digital content such as landing pages and features.
• Optimize existing content for search rankings and user engagement.

Skills

SEO knowledge

Content development

Keyword research

Collaboration

Tools

Google Analytics

Google Search Console

Semrush

WordPress

Ahrefs

Job description

If you’re excited by content that serves the reader, performs well in search engines and aligns with editorial values, this role is for you.

About Monocle

Monocle is an independent media brand that has built a global reputation for its coverage of international affairs, design, travel, fashion and much more besides. Launched in London in 2007, the business has blossomed to include our famed magazine, daily newsletters, a round-the-clock radio station, international events as well as thriving retail stores, e-commerce and cafés. With HQs, bureaux and shops in Paris, Zürich, Tokyo, Merano and Hong Kong, we are a truly global team and proud of the fact that today, Monocle is a vital source of inspiration, analysis and ideas for our discerning global audience.

About the role
Monocle is expanding its digital editorial output and we’re looking for a sharp, associate digital editor with strong SEO knowledge to help us grow our readership, engagement and subscriptions through high-performing content.

This is a hands-on role with a clear focus: develop and optimise content that ranks, resonates and converts. You’ll pitch and edit features, guides, landing pages and explainers, balancing quality storytelling with search intent.

You’ll use keyword research tools to identify opportunities, collaborate with writers and freelancers to bring ideas to life and monitor performance using platforms such as Google Search Console, Semrush and Google Analytics.

This is an on-page SEO focused role and your responsibilities will include:

• Identify content gaps, trends and search opportunities using tools such as Ahrefs, Semrush and Google Search Console
• Plan and commission landing pages, guides, explainers and features
• Work in WordPress to optimise and update existing content with SEO best practices
• Produce written content for Monocle's digital platforms when required
• Demonstrate an understanding of and alignment with storytelling in the Monocle context, contributing ideas for digital content development
• Provide SEO recommendations for new content development, including optimising headlines, meta descriptions and content structure to improve search rankings and CTR

We value collaboration and interaction with our colleagues. We work on unique, global projects alongside our enormously talented international team. This role is an in-office position based at our Marylebone HQ, and we offer the following benefits:

• Discounts at the Monocle café and shop
• Breakfast is provided five days a week
• Health and life insurance benefits
• 23 days of annual leave, 7-day Christmas shutdown and 8 bank holidays
• Dog-friendly office

If you have 2-5 years of digital editorial experience with a strong SEO focus as well as a passion for the Monocle brand and our digital potential, then we welcome your application. Please note that all applicants must have the right to work in the UK.