Sub-editor

About the position The Economist Group is seeking a Sub-editor with exceptional written English and an eagerness to grow in a fast-paced, future-facing editorial environment. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team that works across a diverse and intellectually rich range of content, where ideas matter and clarity is paramount. Whether refining thought leadership pieces, supporting branded content initiatives or helping to deliver timely and accurate country analysis to a global audience, you'll be part of a team that values critical thinking, precision and adaptability. Responsibilities • Subedit high-quality content across multiple formats—digital articles, country reports, newsletters, white papers, newsletters, policy research and insights, data visualisation, custom storytelling and more • Ensure grammatical and factual accuracy, tonal precision and stylistic consistency in text and graphics, in line with The Economist Group's editorial standards, and uphold the clarity and authority synonymous with The Economist brand • Collaborate with editors and writers to meet tight deadlines without compromising quality • Adapt to evolving audience needs, technologies and editorial platforms Requirements • A heightened sense of curiosity and critical thinking to analyse and question ambiguous or dubious content • Comfortable using editorial tooling aids • An interest in current affairs, economics or politics • Able to juggle conflicting demands • Highly articulate in British English and preferably one other language Benefits • Our benefits package is designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance. • It includes a highly competitive pension or 401(k) plan, private health insurance, and 24/7 access to counselling and wellbeing resources through our Employee Assistance Program. • We also offer a range of lifestyle benefits, including our Work From Anywhere program, which allows you to work from any location where you have the legal right to do so for up to 25 days per year. • In addition, we provide generous annual and parental leave, as well as dedicated days off for volunteering and even for moving home. • You will also be given free access to all The Economist content, including an online subscription, our range of apps, podcasts and more. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job