Weekend Editor

Independently owned, The Irish News is the UK and Ireland’s top selling regional daily newspaper. Since 1891 its mission has been to play a constructive role in society, and to be a platform for respectful debate and conversation.

The Irish News was established over 130 years ago covering news and current affairs that reflect and impact on the communities it serves. As the business looks to a more digital future it is committed to investment and innovation and to continue to be the most relevant and premium media organisation and news provider in the region.

We are looking to fill the following role:

​​​​​​​WEEKEND EDITOR 

Reporting To: Deputy Editor

Location: Belfast City Centre

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We are seeking a dynamic, creative storyteller with a deep understanding of today’s digital media landscape and how audiences consume news. Passionate about The Irish News’s journalism, you’ll drive the news agenda with compelling content across news, features, sport, and opinion. As the newsroom lead on forward planning, you’ll be highly organised, efficient, and adept at managing overlapping deadlines.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 23rd June 2025 at 4.00 pm

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To apply please go to: www.irishnews.com/careers

​​​​​​​We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.