JOB DETAILS

Department: Media
Job Title: Deputy Editor
Reports To (title): Chief Editor
Career Level: CL3
Location: Leeds, UK
Hours of Work: 45
Line Management Responsibility: Yes

JOB PURPOSE

Goal UK and Goal International is looking for a dynamic and progressive new Deputy Editor. This is a key position and we are looking for someone who will have a crucial role in the growth of the world's biggest football site in the UK and internationally. You should be obsessive about the future of digital publishing and a perfectionist when it comes to creating shareable content. We have a social, video and mobile first publishing strategy and the successful applicant will have native understanding of digital content creation and distribution across multiple platforms.

The Goal UK/International Deputy Editor will work alongside the Chief Editor to drive consistency in workflows and structure, and deliver a high standard of coverage by developing and communicating a dynamic strategy.

The ability to innovate and identify new opportunities editorially and commercially is a must. Goal.com is the world's biggest football website with 38 editions in 16 languages. A key part of the role will be working with other senior staff in the global edition structure and the central team.

To assist the Chief Editor with growth in audience traffic, profile, credibility and coverage of our UK and International editions.

• Assist the Chief Editor in growing the Goal UK and Goal International editions by implementing a clear and concrete strategy.
• Working with the Goal UK and Goal International editorial team to maintain and develop the master content calendar to increase traffic. Manage day-to- day operations of the online newsroom and social media channels, serving as a senior editor.
• Help co-ordinate, develop, and implement content in collaboration with the existing Goal UK and Goal International editorial team, and with the other regional and worldwide reporters at Goal.
• Track and report on all site metrics.
• To generate, commission and execute content for Goal UK and Goal International at a high standard.
• To work with the Chief Editor and the Content Manager on the scheduling and uploading of content, managing CMS/SEO and co-ordinate with the Content Manager on social media posts.

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIRED

• To help ensure successful collaboration between editions on all key content strands including coverage of the top European leagues.
• To help monitor competitor sites and keep up to speed with digital and industry developments.
• General administrative duties as required.
• Assist in editing and proof-reading of published content.
• Establish and maintain relationships with Goal UK and Goal International contributors and build a network of new writers.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Meet agreed traffic targets for unique users
• Meet agreed traffic targets for page views
• Meet agreed traffic targets for page views per visit
• Meet agreed targets for video streams
• Evolve the brand positioning and influence of Goal through networking with the key stakeholders in the industry
• Meet agreed engagement levels for Facebook likes, Twitter followers, and other social media targets that will be key to driving traffic

PERSONAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• A minimum of five years of journalistic experience, preferably online
• Some previous management experience
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills, ability to manage remote teams
• Excellent news sense and journalistic instinct
• Expertise in UK and world football
• Good time-management skills
• Expertise in the use of social media, particularly Facebook
• Experience of analytical work e.g. Excel and Google Analytics

BENEFITS

You'll receive up to 25 days annual leave (increasing by 3 days after 3 years), Single cover Aviva Private medical insurance*, Life Assurance (4x annual salary), matching pension contributions up to 5%, Season Ticket Loan, Cycle to Work Scheme*, and Childcare Voucher Scheme*. Free parking is available for Feltham offices.
*Note - some of these benefits will not be available to you, until successful completion of your probation.
You'll have access to the Perform online learning portal (MindTools) and be part of our Career deal to support your professional development and aspirations.

THE COMPANY

PERFORM GROUP

Perform is a leading digital sports content and media group.
- 34 Offices
- 1800 Employees
- 4 Divisions

Our mission is to connect the world of sport by producing the quickest, most detailed and most engaging content, and managing a network of media brands with a significant global scale. We are also preparing to launch a pioneering multi-sports OTT service, offering a great deal for sports fans and Rights Holders.

PERFORM CONTENT

Perform Content is the complete sports content provider.
We collect, produce, package and distribute data, editorial and video for professional sports competitions across the globe. We deliver more content, more quickly and in more detail than anyone else. This enables our customers in digital media, broadcasting and bookmaking to create experiences that engage their fans and drive their revenues. Our strategy is to continue to invest in collecting and packaging more content from more competitions, to offer the best sports coverage in the world.

PERFORM MEDIA

Perform Media connects brands with sports fans across a global network of digital destinations.
Our global and local media properties are designed to engage a mass audience of sports fans, wherever they are and on whatever platforms they choose. We have the best news, stats, scores and video content available, with more depth, more breadth and a huge localisation capability. Our strategy is to continue to launch and grow major digital media assets, which deliver our content to fans via market-leading consumer products, creating an unmatched global audience for advertisers.

HOW TO APPLY

Thank you for your interest in Perform.
If you would like to apply for the above role, please follow our online application process and include all relevant details, including your salary expectations and notice period.
You will promptly receive a confirmation that your application has been successfully submitted.
Due to the volume of applications we get, we are only able to respond to the shortlisted candidates. If you have not heard from us in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful this time.
Once again thank you for wanting to be part of the Perform team; we have our fingers crossed for you! In the meantime browse the rest of our vacancies on the Portal and follow us on LinkedIn.