Newsroom Manager (Part-Time) at Radio News Hub

About Us

Radio News Hub provides high-quality, engaging, and timely news content to more than 400 radio stations across the UK and beyond. We pride ourselves on delivering accurate journalism and maintaining a fast-paced, dynamic newsroom environment.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Newsroom Manager to join our team on a part-time basis 10am-3pm Monday-Friday (25 hours). Working from our Leeds office, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the newsroom, ensuring smooth delivery of news output, and supporting our team of journalists.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily newsroom activities to ensure coverage is timely, accurate, and engaging.
• Manage, mentor, and support a team of journalists, fostering a collaborative and dynamic culture.
• Take responsibility for the monthly newsroom rota.
• Manage and monitor the newsroom budget effectively.
• Drive high editorial standards and encourage professional development across the team.

About You:

• Proven experience in a newsroom leadership or senior journalist role.
• Strong understanding of news values and standards.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and inspire a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Financial and rota management experience is desirable.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary up to £40,000 pro rata (based on 25 hours per week, with 40 hours being full time), depending on experience.
• Opportunity to lead a talented and passionate newsroom team.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment.
• The chance to make a real impact in shaping Radio News Hub’s news output.

How to Apply

If you are a newsroom leader who thrives under pressure and is passionate about journalism, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to jobs@radionewshub.com by Friday 19th September.

Interviews will take place on 29th & 30th September.