Features Editor, Condé Nast Traveller UK

As the most discerning, up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel, Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse, offering both inspiration and vital intel. We understand that time is the greatest luxury, which is why Condé Nast Traveler mines its network of experts and influencers so that you never waste a meal, a drink, or a hotel stay wherever you are in the world.Job Description

Location:

London, GB

The Features Editor will work closely with the Senior Features Editor, to plan, commission and edit features as well as major packages and front-of-book, news- and service-driven pieces. 

You'll be equally comfortable on print and digital platforms, and thinking from a global as well as a UK perspective. Strong editing and writing skills, and an excellent knowledge of the travel industry are essential, as is the ability to work collaboratively with a network of editors, writers and correspondents across the world. This role reports into the UK-based Senior Features Editor.

What you will do:

• Plan, commission and edit features across print and digital, including front and back of book pieces

• Project-manage the ideation and execution of global tentpole moments, including Hot List and Gold List

• Innovate and think entrepreneurially about new opportunities in the UK market

• Work closely and collaboratively on digital content for the UK and other markets and ideate across social, video and other platforms when planning stories

• Work on sponsored editorial content, as required

• Represent the brand externally at conferences, on panels, events, etc, as required

Who you are:

• A proven editor, you will have extensive experience in commissioning and editing long form features and the ability to edit sensitively and collaboratively

• You will have a global address book of on-brand writers and stringers 

• An extensive knowledge of the travel industry – and the founders and PR teams who work within it – is a must 

• You will have exceptional organisational and time management skills and the ability to think and work quickly

• You will have great communication skills and an openness to working collaboratively and globally as a true team player

Where will you be? 

We value collaboration, and our team comes together in the office three days a week. Our Adelphi office spans three floors, offering amazing views of the Thames and easy access to the amenities of The Strand. We truly love working here!

Application instructions

Please upload your CV and writing samples that highlight why you're a great match for what we're looking for.

What benefits do we offer? 

• 25 days holiday and extra days of annual leave for life events 
• Hybrid working and core hours 
• Competitive pension scheme 
• Bupa Private Healthcare 
• Enhanced maternity leave and family leave 
• Season ticket loans 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Employee Assistance programme 
• Bring your dog to work 
• A wide variety of wellness benefits including gym discounts 
• Discounts and Magazine Subscriptions
• Employee Resource Groups to provide a platform for employees to identify shared objectives, exchange ideas, and work on community priorities for our global workforce
• Condé Nast Learning Hub where you’ll find you’ll find all Condé Nast-developed learning courses and trainings, and over 16,000+ courses in seven local languages

What happens next?

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply below, and we will review your application as soon as possible. You can update your resume or upload a cover letter at any time by accessing your candidate profile.

Condé Nast is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status and other legally protected characteristics.