Deputy Editor

  • The Wellness Agency
  • Merton, London
  • Jan 15, 2026
Contractor Advert / Media / Entertainment

Job Description

As Acting Deputy Editor, you will be responsible both for creating and writing content, and for the smooth-running of the publication, ensuring our content is engaging, accurate and delivered on time. This is a varied and hands-on role that spans across magazine production, digital content, in-person events, and social media creation. We re looking for a confident and creative journalist who can hit the ground running. You ll be equally comfortable generating ideas, writing features, and managing a magazine production schedule as you are liaising with key clients and creating commercial content for print, online and social. A passion and experience within the beauty industry or wider beauty sector is highly desirable. If you are an experienced editor looking for an exciting maternity cover role, we d love to hear from you.

  • Ensure the smooth-running of and delivery across print and digital platforms
  • Write, commission and edit high-quality editorial and sponsored content that informs and inspires our professional audience
  • Collaborate with contributors, photographers, designers and the editorial team to deliver each issue on time and to the highest standard
  • Oversee online and social media output to ensure timely, relevant and engaging content
  • Represent the brand at key industry events (potentially outside of normal working hours) and maintain strong relationships with professionals, brands and partners
  • Working closely with sales, marketing and awards teams to deliver events, awards and brand partnerships
  • Manage deadlines, sponsored content, budgets and workflow efficiently