US Deputy Consumer Editor

DEPUTY CONSUMER EDITOR

Role Overview

The Deputy Consumer Editor supports the Consumer Editor in the day-to-day running of the department, which covers consumer, business, personal finance and real estate.

The role sits at the intersection of writing, editing and team leadership. Some days are primarily focused on producing high-impact journalism; others on managing people, shaping coverage and planning ahead — and often a mix of both. The department is committed to developing talent, and the deputy plays a central role in mentoring and raising standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Consumer Editor in managing the department on a daily basis
• Help oversee news lists, weekend features and longer-term planning
• Write and edit consumer, business and personal finance stories, including Mail+ exclusives
• Drive high-impact, original and subscription-focused journalism for Mail+
• Work closely with reporters to develop ideas, sharpen copy and improve sourcing
• Actively build and maintain senior-level contacts across key consumer industries
• Track audience and performance data, using insights to shape coverage and commissioning
• Support recruitment, onboarding and development of reporters
• Step in as acting editor when required

Skills and Experience

• Extensive experience covering consumer, business, personal finance or real estate journalism
• Strong editing skills and excellent news judgment
• Proven ability to generate original ideas and deliver exclusives
• Deep understanding of Mail+ and subscription-driven journalism
• Experience managing or mentoring reporters in a fast-paced newsroom
• Confident working with data, performance metrics and audience insights
• Collaborative leadership style and a commitment to developing others

This is an in-office position, based in New York City and includes attendance in the office five days a week.

Salary range - $90,000-$120,000

Benefits: Healthcare, dental, optical, life insurance and 401K