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Join the Forefront of Sustainable Innovation as a Senior Editor with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation
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Salary £39000
Location Cowes, Isle of Wight or Remote UK - Hybrid
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The Ellen MacArthur Foundation is at the cutting edge of driving the circular economy, a transformative approach to sustainability that focuses on redesigning our systems of production and consumption. As a beacon for global change, the Foundation offers an inspiring work environment for those passionate about creating a positive impact on the planet.
- Shape and deliver high-quality publications to inspire global change.
- Develop narrative and thought leadership for circular economy projects.
- Ensure timely delivery of editorial content across the Foundation.
- 3-5 years' experience in editorial, journalism, business, government, NGOs, or research.
- Exceptional writing and storylining skills for complex concepts.
- Understanding of the circular economy is a plus.
Benefits include generous leave, parental leave, pension or health scheme options, and a wellbeing programme. The role is available at the headquarters in Cowes or remotely within the UK. Note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for at least the next 3 years.
To apply, click the green icon to upload your CV and covering letter before the deadline on October 11th, 2024.
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation is a leader in defining and promoting the understanding of the circular economy. We are looking for a motivated Senior Editor to join our in-house team. The role involves shaping and delivering insight publications for a variety of internal and external audiences, in line with the Foundation’s strategic objectives. You will help to ensure that our publications meet the highest standards of quality and play a vital role in inspiring global change.
The role entails narrative development and thought-leadership output at a project level. You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of major editorial projects across all areas of the Foundation, ensuring that editorial content is delivered on time and is of the highest quality. You will also be responsible for developing narrative and circular economy framing for the Foundation’s projects and producing editorial content that delivers the Foundation’s narrative and thought leadership to a range of internal and external audiences.
Job requirements include 3-5 years’ relevant work experience including editorial and copywriting skills. Previous experience in a writing-related role in journalism, business, government, NGO, or research is desirable. You should have proven ability to storyline complex concepts and large amounts of information in highly structured forms and excellent writing skills. Some knowledge and understanding of the current circular economy debate and associated media landscape is desirable.
Benefits include a generous holiday allowance (25 days plus UK Bank Holidays plus discretionary organisational extra days leave); generous parental leave; enhanced pension options or private health scheme after 6 months; wellbeing programme. The role can be based in our headquarters in Cowes, Isle of Wight or a remote UK location will be considered.
Please note that we are unable to sponsor a Skilled Worker Visa for this role. All applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK which is valid for at least the next 3 years. Apply by clicking the green icon where you will be asked to upload a CV and covering letter. The closing date for applications is October 11th, 2024.
