Content Editor, FT Live Specialist Events
London About us
The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide. At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you’re given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world. In our welcoming, collaborative culture, you’ll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing. Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you’ll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere. Build a newsworthy career at the FT. The Role / Position Overview
Financial Times Live (FT Live) is the conferences and events division of the Financial Times newspaper and its group publications. Our mission is to bring our global executive audiences the very latest in knowledge and opinion, and connect them to one another. As a Content Editor, you will have the outstanding opportunity to work on a range of core and partner events that reach a global audience. Your role will be to research, write, and produce high quality event programmes, source outstanding speakers, and manage the entire event production process. This position is perfect for someone who is ambitious and looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic and encouraging environment. Responsibilities
Research, write, and produce innovative and flawless event programmes (digital, hybrid, and in-person). Source, invite, and confirm top-tier speakers for our high-profile events. Collaborate closely with FT journalists and the FT Specialist team to ensure the highest quality content. Partner with the sponsorship team to successfully implement content deliverables. Work with the marketing team to develop engaging copy for various promotional materials. Serve as a liaison for speakers and manage event logistics on the day. Assist with post-event activities, including speaker thank-yous and event summaries. Proven excellence in research and copywriting. Outstanding organisational and multitasking abilities. Strong interpersonal skills with the capacity to collaborate with multiple collaborators. Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team. A keen interest in global business issues and current affairs. Agile and adaptable to the fast-paced, innovative environment of the media and events industry. Application closing date: 28th January 2025, 5pm (UK time)
What’s in it for you? Our benefits
Our benefits vary by location but we are committed to providing best-in-class perks across all our offices. These include generous annual leave, medical cover, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of our benefits are available here. We’ve embraced a 50% hybrid working model (averaging two to three days onsite) that fosters trust and remote adaptability while encouraging in-person camaraderie and peer learning. Additionally, we are open to accommodating specific flexible working pattern requests for all roles where feasible. Accessibility
We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments/personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements or have any questions, email talent@ft.com and a member of our team will be happy to help. Apply for this job
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London About us
The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide. At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you’re given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world. In our welcoming, collaborative culture, you’ll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing. Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you’ll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere. Build a newsworthy career at the FT. The Role / Position Overview
Financial Times Live (FT Live) is the conferences and events division of the Financial Times newspaper and its group publications. Our mission is to bring our global executive audiences the very latest in knowledge and opinion, and connect them to one another. As a Content Editor, you will have the outstanding opportunity to work on a range of core and partner events that reach a global audience. Your role will be to research, write, and produce high quality event programmes, source outstanding speakers, and manage the entire event production process. This position is perfect for someone who is ambitious and looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic and encouraging environment. Responsibilities
Research, write, and produce innovative and flawless event programmes (digital, hybrid, and in-person). Source, invite, and confirm top-tier speakers for our high-profile events. Collaborate closely with FT journalists and the FT Specialist team to ensure the highest quality content. Partner with the sponsorship team to successfully implement content deliverables. Work with the marketing team to develop engaging copy for various promotional materials. Serve as a liaison for speakers and manage event logistics on the day. Assist with post-event activities, including speaker thank-yous and event summaries. Proven excellence in research and copywriting. Outstanding organisational and multitasking abilities. Strong interpersonal skills with the capacity to collaborate with multiple collaborators. Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team. A keen interest in global business issues and current affairs. Agile and adaptable to the fast-paced, innovative environment of the media and events industry. Application closing date: 28th January 2025, 5pm (UK time)
What’s in it for you? Our benefits
Our benefits vary by location but we are committed to providing best-in-class perks across all our offices. These include generous annual leave, medical cover, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of our benefits are available here. We’ve embraced a 50% hybrid working model (averaging two to three days onsite) that fosters trust and remote adaptability while encouraging in-person camaraderie and peer learning. Additionally, we are open to accommodating specific flexible working pattern requests for all roles where feasible. Accessibility
We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments/personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements or have any questions, email talent@ft.com and a member of our team will be happy to help. Apply for this job
* indicates a required field First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone * Resume/CV * LinkedIn Profile Have you been previously employed at the FT? * Select... Have you previously taken part in an FT early careers programme? e.g. FT Talent Challenge, FT News School, work experience etc. * Select... Please select the currency of your salary expectations. If not listed, please select Other Currency. * Select... What are your base annual salary expectations? * What is your current notice period in weeks? * Select... Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status in the country for which this role is based? * Select... I accept the candidate privacy notice and consent to being contacted in regard to this application.
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