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Join our team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers award-winning, investigative journalism, and holds power to account. Our team of journalists, commercial professionals, and industry-leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We offer a challenging and exciting environment for career development, with a focus on training, growth and fostering an inclusive culture. We're looking for a puzzles editor to take editorial responsibility for puzzles and work with relevant teams across GNM on to develop, improve and expand our puzzles and games. From a quick to cryptic crossword on your morning commute, to our Film Reveal puzzle (think Pointless meets cinema testing trivia), Guardian puzzles look to elevate our readers' downtime. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract or staff secondment. About the role: Oversee the delivery of an excellent puzzle offering across all platforms. Ensure we are providing the most engaging, best-designed puzzles to all our readers and users across the world Develop and liaise on new ideas for brilliant, habit-forming puzzles, games and quizzes. Liaise with the crossword editor and other suppliers, both inside and outside the Guardian. Publish and edit puzzles for print, web and app. Work closely with reader revenue and commercial on our strategy, delivery and promotion of puzzles Work closely with product and design on puzzle design Work closely with editors to ensure promotion and visibility of our puzzles About you: Passion for puzzles, games, crosswords and quizzes - and a deep understanding of our current offering Experience (professional or personal) in coming up with puzzle and game ideas Experience and understanding of puzzles and production across different platforms Knowledge and appreciation of Guardian style and production values Experience of managing a budget and working cross-departmentally Ideally you will have a demonstrable ability to bring a diverse perspective to this role We actively encourage applications from candidates who are Black, Asian or minority-ethnic (BAME), or from other groups traditionally underrepresented in the UK media. How to apply To apply, please upload your latest CV, some examples of your work (as applicable) and a cover letter which outlines why you'd love to take on this role, and why you're a great match for what we're looking for. The closing date for applications is Thursday 11th December 2025. We appreciate the time taken to prepare each application we receive. We do not use AI-assisted technology to review applications; every application is reviewed by a member of our recruitment team. All roles at the Guardian are open for everybody to apply. It is important to us that you feel supported and comfortable throughout your recruitment process, in order to perform your best. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Please contact Sean on sean.brinkley to discuss further so we can work with you to support you through your application. - Benefits at the Guardian We offer six weeks annual leave per annum with the option to buy additional days through our holiday purchase scheme. Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8-12% (depending on your age). We believe in giving back, which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season ticket loans are also available. You are entitled to life cover, income protection, private healthcare, sick pay and eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance. We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy. Culture & wellbeing We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought. Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive workplace. We offer great tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including free yoga and pilates. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme. Learning & development We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships. Our working environment We take pride in our surroundings and are pleased to offer versatile meeting rooms and colourful communal areas. We have a brilliant canteen that caters to breakfast, lunch and dinner, with views overlooking Regent's Canal.

Managing Editor Who we are The Grocer is the UK's biggest, most interesting and most widely respected B2B publication, and the trusted source of the £210bn Food & Drink industry. A multi-award-winning, multi-media powerhouse, it prides itself on its outstanding journalism, editorial integrity and creativity. It's the flagship of the highly successful William Reed group, a family-owned global media group, powering customer success through insight, inspiration and connection across content, events, conferences, and research in the UK, Europe, US and Far East. Position: Full time - permanent Location: Gatwick / London / Hybrid The Grocer is looking for an outstanding business journalist and editor, to take responsibility for the magazine's day-to-day operations, working alongside the Editor-in-Chief to help steer The Grocer through its continued evolution as a highly successful, fully paid-for publication. With a 27-strong editorial team, and working across print, online and newsletter publications, this is a big job, with high standards to maintain, new challenges to tackle and new opportunities that need to be explored to ensure we meet the needs of our audience and continue to build on our legacy, which dates back to 1862. But it's worth it! The Grocer covers a wide range of topics - the economy, health & obesity, food safety, entrepreneurship, online, sustainability, technology (including AI), new product development, marketing & advertising, supply chain, pay & remuneration - and its coverage is highly valued by its readers and regularly picked up by the national and even international media. What you'll be doing: The Managing Editor reports into the Editor-in-Chief and is responsible for running the day-to-day operations of a) the print magazine in general b) our product & supplier coverage c) our Special Reports and Focus Ons. Your role is to: Uphold the high editorial standards set by The Grocer, ensuring that our journalism is accurate, robust, authoritative and fair Ensure The Grocer is run efficiently and effectively in terms of briefing, planning, workflow and production, with direct responsibility for product & supplier news and features Manage a team of editors and journalists, proofing and signing off copy, while empowering the team to take responsibility for their work where appropriate Maintain and develop solutions that maximise commercial opportunities (while retaining editorial independence) Optimise content to achieve maximum success in digital forms and formats, while making best use of digital tools and software where appropriate to enhance the offer Manage our regular columnists, and finding new ones, to ensure that The Grocer is full of interesting, topical and well-read comment and opinion Contribute to the strategic direction and brand positioning of The Grocer as it evolves as a multi-platform publication, so that the title fulfils the needs of its readers on a daily and weekly basis, across digital and print Deputise for the Editor-in-Chief of The Grocer in conjunction with the Editor of thegrocer.co.uk Represent The Grocer in the media, chairing awards panels, conferences and webinars, attending conferences What you'll need: Extensive B2B journalism and editing experience Strong commissioning, editing, rewriting skills across news, features and opinion Excellent skills, speed, flexibility and creativity Superb people management and motivational skills Strong delegation skills, but also a willingness to sweat the details An understanding of online, audio-visual and social media Knowledge of retail, food & drink, fast moving consumer goods etc is not essential, but will clearly be welcome Location: Hybrid - In line with our current agile working policy, the successful candidate will be eligible to work part of the week from our Gatwick and / or London offices and to work remotely for the rest of the week. This will include one day in Gatwick and the other office days in Gatwick or London. For commuting to the Gatwick office, we have a minibus service which provides convenient transportation to and from the nearest station (Three Bridges) at the start and end of each day. Company Benefits and Initiatives Include: 25 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays - increasing by one additional day after 6 years, up to a maximum of 30 days. An additional day of leave for you to take on a cultural celebration day or on your birthday if you like. A day for you! At William Reed, we call this our "MeDay". A volunteer day to take for supporting a chosen charity and giving back to the community. Opportunity for hybrid working Contributory Pension Life Assurance Scheme Group Income Protection Enhanced family-friendly leave pay entitlements Wellbeing benefits, including: A health care cash plan, Employee assistance programme, Virtual GP service and Access to health & wellbeing resources and tools. Cycle to Work Scheme Electric Car Scheme Why work for us We provide a supportive work environment and are committed to maintaining a healthy work/life balance for all of our employees. Working for William Reed means that you will be joining a stable organisation that is committed to developing its employees and brands. We warmly welcome and encourage applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds and characteristics. If you need any support in accessing this opportunity, please do not hesitate to discuss this with us. To apply, please complete the application form, uploading a CV, links to your journalism portfolio and a cover letter explaining why you're right for the job.

Events Executive £33,000 - £37,000 Base Salary + Excellent Benefits Hybrid Working Surrey Leading independent media events business seeks highly talented Events Operations Executive to lead across their flagship Aviation portfolio of b2b conferences. The Events Operations Executive will take frontline responsibility managing a number of international b2b events, these are typically in the form of mid to large conferences. Our client hosts globally renowned b2b conferences, these take place across Europe, Asia, US and the Middle East. Key Responsibilities: Events Operations Executive This is a dynamic role where you'll own every aspect of event execution, including: • Strategic Event Planning & Flawless Logistics: Orchestrating seamless experiences from concept to completion. • Financial Acumen & Partner Management: Skilfully managing budgets and nurturing key relationships with venues suppliers. • Event Platform & Systems Management: Building and managing abstract submission and registration platforms. • Onsite Excellence & Attendee Experience: Ensuring smooth event delivery and providing exceptional support to all attendees. • Event Delivery & Onsite Management: Oversee and manage client events, including onsite coordination and supplier/staff briefings in an operation event delivery role • Event Planning & Logistics: Create and maintain event timelines, manage registration and abstract sites, and handle attendee communications. • Stakeholder Communication: Participate in client/supplier meetings, manage event inboxes, and serve as a point of contact for sponsors/exhibitors. • Post-Event Activities: Collect attendee feedback and manage budget reconciliation. Profile of Candidate Required: Circa 1-2 years event operations experience, ideally b2b conferences Ideally some experience working on international events Outstanding organisational skills Excellent attention to detail Excellent communication skills Strong multi-tasking skills An interest in events Ideally degree educated Lipton Media is a dynamic, proactive and progressive media recruitment agency solely dedicated to the media industry. We are leaders across media sales and creative opportunities. We cover: media, digital media, print, exhibition, event, conference, outdoor and radio sales, in addition to marketing, conference production and editorial jobs. Our clients range from small start-up companies to FTSE 100 and 250 businesses. We work with people at every stage of their career from undergraduates looking for their first entry point into sales to senior managers and directors looking for their next move.

Advice Caseworker Debt Specialist Location: Bradford / Hybrid Salary: Up to £28,957.50 per annum Vacancy Type: Fixed Term Contract until March 2027 (With the possibility of an extension), Full Time Closing Date: 8th December 2025 St Vincent de Paul Society has been a beacon of hope since 1844, part of a vibrant international Christian movement working in 153 countries. They are dedicated to tackling poverty in all its forms by offering practical, person-to-person support to those in need. Their mission is rooted in dignity, compassion, and respect - serving anyone, regardless of faith, race, gender, or background. Are you passionate about making a difference in people s lives through expert debt advice and support? Do you want to work for a values-driven organisation that puts compassion and dignity at the heart of its services? The Role They are seeking a dedicated Advice Caseworker (Debt Specialist) to join their team in Bradford. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a vital community service, helping individuals and families navigate financial challenges and access the support they need. As an Advice Caseworker, you will: Deliver specialist debt advice and income maximisation support. Provide triage assessments and advice at first contact, streamlining access to appropriate services. Work across outreach venues and via phone, offering guidance on benefits, housing, budgeting, and debt resolution. Liaise with creditors, produce financial statements, and advocate for clients. Maintain accurate case records using Advice Pro and contribute to service improvement under the BMDC Advice Contract. Skills and Qualifications Essential: Experience delivering debt advice and managing a caseload. Strong communication and negotiation skills. Ability to work independently and manage time effectively. Willingness to work towards becoming a Debt Relief Order Intermediary if not already qualified. Commitment to continuous professional development. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check before commencing employment. Desirable: CertMap qualification or willingness to obtain it. Experience in benefit and housing advice. Knowledge of MaPS, FCA, and AQS regulatory frameworks. Ability to produce statistical reports and conduct case audits. A full UK driving licence and access to your own transport is required. Why Join Them? You ll be part of a supportive, mission-driven team committed to making a difference in communities across the UK. They offer flexible working, opportunities for professional development, and a chance to contribute to meaningful projects. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

Advice Caseworker - Debt Specialist Location: Bradford / Hybrid Salary: Up to £28,957.50 per annum Vacancy Type: Fixed Term Contract until March 2027 (With the possibility of an extension), Full Time Closing Date: 8 th December 2025 Our client has been a beacon of hope since 1844, part of a vibrant international Christian movement working in 153 countries. They are dedicated to tackling poverty in all its forms by offering practical, person-to-person support to those in need. Their mission is rooted in dignity, compassion, and respect - serving anyone, regardless of faith, race, gender, or background. Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives through expert debt advice and support? Do you want to work for a values-driven organisation that puts compassion and dignity at the heart of its services? The Role They are seeking a dedicated Advice Caseworker (Debt Specialist) to join their team in Bradford. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a vital community service, helping individuals and families navigate financial challenges and access the support they need. As an Advice Caseworker, you will: Deliver specialist debt advice and income maximisation support. Provide triage assessments and advice at first contact, streamlining access to appropriate services. Work across outreach venues and via phone, offering guidance on benefits, housing, budgeting, and debt resolution. Liaise with creditors, produce financial statements, and advocate for clients. Maintain accurate case records using Advice Pro and contribute to service improvement under the BMDC Advice Contract. Skills and Qualifications Essential: Experience delivering debt advice and managing a caseload. Strong communication and negotiation skills. Ability to work independently and manage time effectively. Willingness to work towards becoming a Debt Relief Order Intermediary if not already qualified. Commitment to continuous professional development. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check before commencing employment. Desirable: CertMap qualification or willingness to obtain it. Experience in benefit and housing advice. Knowledge of MaPS, FCA, and AQS regulatory frameworks. Ability to produce statistical reports and conduct case audits. A full UK driving licence and access to your own transport is required. Why Join Them? You'll be part of a supportive, mission-driven team committed to making a difference in communities across the UK. They offer flexible working, opportunities for professional development, and a chance to contribute to meaningful projects. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

Head of Communications Salary : Banding Level 5 £45,000 - £50,000 Contract type : Permanent / Working hours: Full time Location : Taunton, Somerset. Opportunity for hybrid working The Head of Communications is a fundamental role within this wildlife charity. The role is responsible for leading the development and coordinated delivery of the organisation's communications in line with the Wilder Somerset 2030 strategy. This includes identifying key audiences, crafting core messages, and selecting effective communication channels to raise awareness and understanding of the charity's work. The postholder will support staff across the organisation in achieving the strategy's aims while managing a team of specialists and responding to emerging issues professionally and astutely. Working across teams, the Head of Communications will develop and deliver an annual communications plan that meets the organisation's priorities. Key Responsibilities and Tasks Responsibility 1: Leadership & Cross Team Working Strategic Planning: Lead the development of the communications delivery plan and annual calendar, involving all areas of the charity, defining key audiences, messages and channels with the aim of increasing awareness and understanding of the organisation. Provide effective leadership and build strong working relationships with departments across the charity to ensure integrated communications plans and campaigns are developed and implemented to achieve the maximum impact with external audiences. Communications Delivery Plan: Effective coordination of both messages and activity - both reactive and proactive throughout the year. Including improvements with revised website navigation and architecture, SEO improvements and content targeted at priority groups, including use of video, and influencers. Senior Leadership Team: Be an active member of the Senior Leadership Team taking collective responsibility for decision making, risk and budget management across the organisation. Work with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure all communications effectively contribute to and support all strategic goals of the charity. Brand Marketing: Work with teams to improve our products and services and how these meet the needs of the charity's audiences, including working with focus groups (with co-creation when relevant). Building Capability: Coordinate providing support and training for all staff to achieve effective communications, which supports the organisation's overall brand and positioning, including mentoring the communications team. Systems & Processes: Maintain and develop systems for gathering information and communications planning within the Trust and from project partners. Responsibility 2: Communications Delivery Line Management: Manage, support and develop a team of staff and volunteers to deliver the communications work programme, providing effective line management. Including the provision of specialist support and advice for the development of specific communication campaigns or tools across the organisation. Budgets: Ensure communication activity elsewhere in the organisation is produced within allocated budgets and timeframes. Performance: Set and manage KPIs and budget for communications programmes, monitoring and reporting performance and reforecasting in line with organisational requirements. Continuous improvement. Brand: Develop the charity's brand, ensuring a clear and distinctive brand proposition and engaging brand identity. Ensure the brand's consistent use and monitor the link with the charity's strategy and values. Public Affairs: Oversee the PR and media relations (press office function), and act as a key charity spokesperson when required. Horizon scanning and being aware of emerging issues to develop opportunistic messages to optimise nature recovery actions. Crisis Management: Protect the organisation's reputation by ensuring the effectiveness of robust crisis management plans and the definition of clear policies and position statements. Design, Content & Print: Coordinate the Annual Report with teams and Trustees. Editor for the members' magazine and print products to support membership retention and enable action for nature. Responsibility 3: Campaigns for Change Strategic Campaign Planning: Work with policy, advocacy and engagement specialists to design campaigns that move people through the engagement funnel, change behaviour, influence policy, and improve supporter retention. Work with the Exec Team to set campaign objectives tied to clear outcomes: acquisition, activation, retention, behaviour change, policy influence, or income generation. Supporter Journeys & Segmentation: Map and optimise journeys across channels (email, web, social media, print, events) with named next steps that move people toward deeper engagement and action. Marketing Campaign Leadership: Own the strategic design of multi-channel marketing campaigns and provide clear briefs and creative direction to the delivery team. Ensure channel integration so website journeys, email, print content and social media activity are coordinated and measurable. Keep storytelling compelling while optimising for acquisition and action. Advocacy & Policy Campaigns: Work across teams to design campaigns to influence systems change by leveraging our data and evidence, combining public voice, stakeholder engagement and targeted advocacy tactics. Behaviour Change Campaigns: Work with engagement specialists to apply social marketing techniques and behavioural frameworks to shift norms and the adoption of actions for nature. Translate data and evidence into interventions that use communication tactics such as prompts, social proof, incentives and nudges to create measurable behaviour change. The organisation offers some fantastic benefits including: 7% employer pension contribution Life assurance Flexible and agile working Wellbeing support - EAP, wellbeing champions Diversity networks Paid volunteer days Continuous Professional Development opportunities 33 days of holiday (25 + bank holidays) + Christmas shutdown Staff social calendar and events The opportunity to make a real and positive difference to nature, communities and the climate Closing date: Monday 5th January 2026 Please note: The employer reserves the right to close the position early if application volumes are particularly high. They encourage you to get your application in sooner rather than later. Interested? Please click the job board apply button to be taken to the next stage where you can find out more information and complete your application by following the instructions (you may need to scroll down). The organisation has an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Plan and are committed to continuing to improve the equality, diversity and inclusion of every aspect of their work; they know they need to engage with everyone to live their values and achieve their goals. They welcome applications from everyone and are happy to discuss any accommodations or arrangements that would make the recruitment process better for you, and the working environment should you be employed. No agencies please.