Rugby League Editor

• Leading and inspiring our rugby league reporters to deliver first-class journalism daily
• Producing original, high-impact content including features, opinion, comment, live match coverage and exclusives
• Setting the news agenda around the biggest talking points affecting Super League and the wider game
• Delivering live blogs and matchday reporting that captures the atmosphere, drama and debate fans care about
• Creating and commissioning distinctive feature ideas that appeal to both core fans and new audiences
• Acting as a public face of Reachs rugby league coverage across written, video and audio platforms
• Driving video, podcast and social content to build community, loyalty and engagement
• Managing site and social channels, ensuring content is timely, accurate and impactful
• Working collaboratively with regional and national editors to ensure rugby league is covered brilliantly across Reach
• Upholding the Editors Code of Practice, media law and Reachs editorial standards at all times

• Proven experience as a rugby league journalist or senior sports reporter
• A strong track record of producing engaging, original content in a fast-paced news environment
• Experience of live blogging and covering matches under pressure
• Confident editorial judgement and an instinct for what rugby league fans care about
• The ability to lead, motivate and develop reporters while maintaining high standards
• A strong grasp of digital storytelling, audience engagement and social media
• Knowledge of IPSO and the Editors Code of Practice
• NCTJ qualification or equivalent newsroom experience (desirable)

NCTJ qualification or equivalent newsroom experience

• 25 days' holiday (plus bank holidays), as well as an extra day after you've been with us for three, five and 10 years
• Scheme to help you buy extra holiday
• An extra day's paid leave each year to volunteer
• Big moment day - an extra days paid leave for a moment that matters
• Company pension contributions matched up to 6%
• Supportive and progressive people policies
• A healthcare cash plan
• Car lease scheme
• Wellbeing support including a 24/7 assistance programme
• Access to lots of discounts
• Interest-free loans