News and Features Writer

Job Description

Role purpose

This exciting role will play a crucial part in engaging our audience of UK doctors and encouraging them to return regularly to the site. The postholder will contribute to the success of the Doctors.net.uk content strategy by writing and publishing news, analysis, features and careers articles. The ability to deliver outstanding journalism to daily deadlines in a fast-paced editorial environment will be essential.

Responsibilities

News

• Report on breaking news and on/off diary stories relevant to UK doctors, writing several stories per week
• Pitch news stories, including original and exclusive news
• Build a wide network of contacts across UK medicine, healthcare and clinical science to inform exclusive coverage

Analysis and features

• Pitch regular, timely, well-researched ideas for long-form analysis and explainer articles that deepen our audience’s understanding of current events
• Write high-quality articles analysing and explaining topical events in UK medicine, NHS politics and medical science
• Produce in-depth features and conduct investigations into issues affecting the medical practice of clinicians and the care of their patients

Careers

• Pitch regular articles about issues and developments affecting doctors’ working lives for inclusion in the Careers section
• Write helpful, informative articles to update and guide clinicians on matters impacting their professional lives

Editorial teamwork

• Contribute actively to editorial meetings, bringing well-researched ideas that will drive engagement
• Edit, proofread and publish editorial content
• Identify and source appropriate photos, graphics and other multimedia to support written content
• Play an active role in expanding our social media presence by posting articles and evaluating impact
• Strictly adhere to editorial guidelines, house style, tone-of-voice guidance and brand messaging for our website
• Maintain an up-to-date awareness and understanding of key topics of interest to our members within medicine, the NHS and medical politics
• Build knowledge of medical terminology and clinical topics
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of media law and apply this knowledge to all editorial activities

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualification in journalism
• Experience of news reporting for a national, local, specialist or trade (B2B) publication in the UK
• Experience of writing long-form content, such as analysis or features
• Outstanding reporting and interviewing abilities
• Impeccable writing skills with the ability to produce clear and accurate copy
• Ability to spot a good story, develop leads and verify facts
• Experience of networking, building contacts and maintaining relationships
• The ability to work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced editorial environment
• A keen interest in writing about medicine and healthcare in the UK
• The ability and motivation to quickly absorb complex information and concepts about medical practice, regulation, health policy and clinical research
• Exceptional organisational, time management and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated with an ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
• Ability to work with diplomacy and tact when speaking with external organisations and individuals, acting as an ambassador for our brand
• Comprehensive understanding of media law, including defamation, privacy and copyright, and journalistic ethics
• Computer literate, including experience with Microsoft Office programs

Desirable

• A degree or other qualification in a medical or science-related subject
• Experience of working for a medical, healthcare or clinical science publication in the UK
• Experience of using social media to engage audiences and increase traffic

Additional Information

About M3 EU:

M3 EU is at the forefront of healthcare innovation, offering digital solutions across healthcare, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and more. Since our inception in 2000, we’ve seen remarkable growth, fuelled by our mission to utilize the internet for a healthier world and more efficient healthcare systems.

Our success is anchored in our trusted digital platforms that engage physician communities globally, facilitating impactful medical education, precise job placement, and insightful market research. M3 EU prides itself on a dynamic and innovative work environment where every team member contributes to global health advancements.

Joining M3 EU means being part of a dedicated team striving to make a significant difference in healthcare. We provide a unique opportunity for you to be at the cutting edge of healthcare innovation, shaping the future in a meaningful career. Embrace the chance to drive change with M3 EU.

Benefits:   

• 25 days annual leave
• Participation in a company bonus scheme linked to personal and company performance
• Group Life Cover 4x salary
• Pension 4%/4% employee/employer contributions
• Vitality medical after probation
• Staff discount scheme
• Discounted gym membership​

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