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Sub Editor

  1. Full Time
  2. Hammersmith
  3. PR and Corporate Comms
  4. Permanent
VAC- 26695

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Harrods Creative Content is looking for a talented and super-organised sub-editor to join its fast-paced team.

About The Role

The sub-editor will be responsible for ensuring editorial accuracy and house style across a portfolio of print magazines and the app, as well as on a variety of marketing communications ranging from emails, social posts and videos to packaging. The role will involve fact-checking copy, sub-editing pages and writing headlines, standfirsts, captions and pull-quotes. You will also proofread final pages and content.

About You

The ideal candidate will have the following attributes:

  • An expert eye for grammar and detail
  • Proficiency in InDesign and CMS
  • The ability to work on several projects at once
  • Able to prioritise workload to tight deadlines
  • Strong communication skills
  • Be good at working on own initiative

About Us

Harrods is one of the world’s leading luxury department stores and we’re becoming a destination for top designers, and the most sought-after brands from around the globe. Our combined mission is to make visiting our iconic Knightsbridge store one of the world’s most inspiring shopping experiences.

Our Promise To You

Help us make the impossible possible for our customers and we’ll do something remarkable for you. As well as offering a friendly environment to inspire your best work, we provide abundant opportunities and support to build an exceptional career across the varied specialisms of our business. 

In return, you’ll receive an excellent benefits package, including a company pension, flexible working, 25 days’ holiday, and your birthday off, up to 33% in-store discount (including across our food hall and restaurants) and a season ticket loan.

Uniquely You

At Harrods we believe the personality and authenticity of our people sets us apart. We celebrate and invite applications from all cultures, backgrounds, tastes, and experiences and are proud of our culture where people from all walks of life can grow and thrive. What makes you unique makes us exceptional.

If you want to know more about our people and our culture, search #TogetherHarrods on LinkedIn, Facebook or follow us on Instagram @togetherharrods

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