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We’re looking for a brilliant writer to join the Wonderly Hub editorial team based at Volkswagen Group UK’s headquarters in Milton Keynes.
On behalf of Volkswagen Group UK, we operate Hub, the main digital communication channel between its brands - including Volkswagen, Audi, SEAT, CUPRA and Škoda - and its national network of dealers and repair centres.
The Hub team creates, edits and publishes news and reference articles spanning everything from the latest model launches and offers to minor specification and business updates.
The role
The SEAT/CUPRA Editorial Assistant will be working to support the SEAT/CUPRA Editor to deliver essential communications to their network of Retailers. It’s an exciting time for the CUPRA brand - CUPRA is evolving and you’ll be at the heart of it. Plus, with the launch of a new dedicated CUPRA Hub site for Retailers, there’ll be plenty to get involved with.
Key responsibilities:
- Writing engaging copy to keep the people who work in SEAT and CUPRA’s national network up to date with all the latest news, updates, offers and incentives
- Editing and proof reading news articles
- Building and publishing content using a content management system (CMS)
- Creating and sending out a daily newsletter using Mailchimp
- Meeting with stakeholders across the SEAT and CUPRA brands when required
- Collaborating with the other Hub editors to contribute to monthly team meetings and share editorial best practice
Your skills, experience and knowledge/ Minimum role criteria
- A degree in journalism or English, or demonstrable alternative experience and aptitude
- Strong written and communication skills, with an eagle eye for detail
- The ability to multitask, effectively managing your own workload and proactively seeking opportunities to help
- Digital content experience, particularly using a CMS (eg Wordpress) but ideally also some knowledge of tools such as Photoshop and Google Analytics
- The ability to follow a robust content creation, sign-off and publishing process
- The confidence to work in a busy, client-facing office environment, where a calm, positive attitude is vital
- An interest in cars (not essential, but useful)
The role would suit someone early in their career, preferably with journalism or digital content experience, who has an interest in digital publishing and the automotive industry.
This role is for you if:
You love writing and are looking to develop your career in journalism in the automotive industry
We are a Disability Confident employer and offer guaranteed interviews to all disabled applicants who meet the above minimum criteria.
To be considered as part of this initiative, please ensure you indicate if you have a disability when applying for the post.
Why work with us?
Haymarket Media Group values its people and strives to shape a better future with remarkable content. From paid content and subscription services; to integrated advertising and content marketing packages. We deliver market-leading branded experiences that inspire great decisions. From data and digital information solutions to live events, awards and professional education services.
Our benefits
- 25 days holiday per year excluding bank holidays (increasing 1 day per year of service up to 30 days)
- Work from anywhere in the world for up to 3 weeks of the year with our ‘Work from Anywhere’ days
- Flexible working hours (core hours from 10-3) allowing you the flexibility to adapt your work schedule to your personal commitments
- Generous contributory pension scheme
- Health Cash Plans: With our health cash plans, you can access a range of healthcare benefits, including coverage for medical expenses, dental care, optical services, and more
- Family friendly policies, from parental leave to flexible childcare arrangements, we strive to create an inclusive and supportive workplace for all
- Employee discount: Enjoy savings on a range of products and services, including food, gym memberships, tech equipment, and more.
More about working for Haymarket
Putting social and environmental responsibility at the forefront of our business we have aligned our current sustainability goals with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. As we serve our audiences, clients and communities, we are committed to driving the meaningful change necessary to build a better world. The principles of diversity, inclusion, respect, responsibility and sustainability are at the heart of our business.
Our Twickenham HQ offers a vibrant, relaxed and social team culture, with a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive salary, training and development, generous holiday, pension plan, and more. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to supporting work-life balance and accessibility.
We want to support our people to balance their personal and professional lives and we believe our range of benefits encourages this. Nothing beats face-time with our colleagues to promote creativity and collaboration, we’ve therefore adopted a blended working model where full time employees can expect to spend 3 days of their week in the office and the other 2 working at a location of their choice.
Haymarket is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to ensuring that all candidates are given the same opportunity to succeed regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, age or disability.
If you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to fully participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at recruitment@haymarket.com.
Come and join us and see for yourself how Haymarket is a rewarding and exciting place to work.
