Editor

The Telegraph

. Manage the end-to-end delivery of exceptionally high-quality publications, ensuring strict adherence to print schedules and budgets .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeRemote • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing high-quality editorial publications, with a strong focus on print publishing, editorial direction, and budget management. Possesses deep horticultural knowledge and established industry connections to enhance content quality and reach.

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Senior Editorial Role ExperienceHorticultural QualificationsProficiency in InDesignEditorial Budget ManagementStrong Leadership Skills

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Hard Skills

Editorial DirectionContent Flatplans ManagementCommissioning PhotographyPrint Title UploadingResource Allocation

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationLeadershipOrganizational SkillsDecisivenessCalm Under Pressure

Tools & Technologies

InDesignCMS Platforms

Industry Keywords

Print PublishingGardening JournalismLifestyle VerticalsEditorial Team ManagementCross-Departmental Relationships

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the end-to-end delivery of exceptionally high-quality publications, ensuring strict adherence to print schedules and budgets
Maintain detailed content flatplans at least three issues in advance
Commission photography and features up to a year ahead
Drive the editorial direction, look, feel and tone of 13 UK editions, 6 North American editions, standalone bookazines, and special supplements
Build effective cross-departmental relationships
Work with the commercial team to support client pitches and creative content solutions
Work alongside the dedicated digital content team to share knowledge and maximize content reach
Lead a dedicated, high-performing editorial team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven track record in a senior editorial role (Editor, Deputy Editor, or Section Editor) within print publishing
Ideally an established gardening journalist with horticultural qualifications; candidates from related lifestyle verticals (e.g., Interiors) with demonstrated horticultural expertise may be considered
Deep passion for gardening and beautiful gardens
Well-connected within the gardening industry with established relationships with respected writers, experts, and photographers
Extensive experience uploading print titles for press
Highly proficient in InDesign
Confidence navigating and working with CMS platforms whenever necessary
Adept at managing editorial budgets and resource allocation effectively
Highly organised, decisive and calm under pressure
Strong diplomacy, leadership, and communication skills