Assistant Editor

GB News Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading current affairs broadcaster in London seeks an experienced Assistant Editor for its flagship programme. This role involves shaping editorial content, leading a team, and ensuring accurate reporting on major news stories. The ideal candidate has a strong track record in live news environments, excellent scriptwriting skills, and the ability to manage fast-paced editorial activities. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to high-profile programming with a dynamic and engaging voice.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior editorial role within a live news or current affairs broadcasting environment.
• A deep understanding of UK news, politics, and culture.
• Confidence in handling breaking news and rapidly evolving stories.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Editor in editorial planning and production.
• Lead daily editorial meetings and guide a team.
• Write and edit scripts, ensuring editorial accuracy.

Skills

Excellent editorial judgement

Outstanding scriptwriting

Strong leadership skills

Flexibility to work late hours

Job description

Job Title - Assistant Editor

Proposed Hours or Days per Week - 40 hours pw

Location - London

About the Role

GB News is seeking an experienced and dynamic Assistant Editor to join The Late Show Live— our brand new nightly news and current affairs programme presented live from Washington DC. This flagship show delivers a unique perspective on UK and global news, offering fresh insight from the United States each night.

As Assistant Editor, you will play a key role in shaping the editorial content and direction of the programme. You will support the Editor in overseeing the editorial output, ensuring accuracy, editorial integrity, and a sharp, engaging tone that speaks directly to our audience.

This is an exciting opportunity to help drive a high‑profile programme that covers major news stories from the UK, the US, and across the world, with energy, creativity, and a distinct voice.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Editor in the editorial planning and production of The Late Show Live, ensuring the programme is relevant, timely, and distinctive.
• Lead the daily editorial meetings and guide a team of producers, researchers, and reporters to develop compelling content and segments.
• Write and edit scripts, headlines, and in‑show graphics with clarity and flair, ensuring editorial accuracy and tone.
• React swiftly to breaking news and major developments, coordinating with UK and international teams to deliver informed coverage.
• Collaborate with on‑air talent to shape interviews, monologues, debates, and panel discussions.
• Oversee the integration of live reports, guest interviews, and video packages into the show’s rundown.
• Ensure adherence to GB News editorial standards, legal and compliance frameworks, and broadcasting regulations.
• Act as the point of contact for the UK editorial team, ensuring consistent output across time zones and platforms.
• Deputise for the Editor when required.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior editorial role within a live news or current affairs broadcasting environment.
• A deep understanding of UK news, politics, and culture — with a strong grasp of US and international affairs.
• Excellent editorial judgement with a strong track record of shaping compelling content under tight deadlines.
• Outstanding scriptwriting and sub‑editing skills.
• Confidence in handling breaking news and rapidly evolving stories.
• Experience working with studio production teams, technical crews, and on‑air talent in a live broadcast setting.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and inspire junior staff.
• Flexibility to work late hours (live evening broadcast) and occasional weekends as required.

Desirable

• Familiarity with digital news platforms and social media storytelling.
• Experience working in or reporting on transatlantic or international news environments.
• Knowledge of UK broadcast compliance (e.g., Ofcom guidelines).