Senior Digital Staff Writer, FourFourTwo

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Contribute to FourFourTwo's digital content by writing timely football news and features while utilizing SEO strategies to enhance ecommerce engagement.

We're looking for a passionate sports writer with a deep love of football to join the FourFourTwo team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced writer to join one of the UK’s most loved football brands and play a significant role in the digital vertical.

What you'll be doing

Reporting to the Deputy Editor, you’ll write high-quality news, features, quizzes and advice for FourFourTwo.com readers. You'll also be responsible for the brand’s digital ecommerce content, producing and updating the brand's flagship football boot buying guides and adapting these to meet best SEO practice.

Experience that will put you ahead of the curve

  • Experience writing football news online quickly and efficiently
  • Knowledge and understanding of social media platforms: X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, with a keen eye for memes and the latest football trends 
  • Experience sub-editing and publishing football stories online
  • An eye for stories and the ability to quickly turn snippets of information into rounded online articles suitable for FourFourTwo.com’s audience
  • Experience interviewing high-profile football personalities in person and remotely and occasionally on camera

What's in it for you

The expected range for this role is £27,500 - £28,000 

This is a Hybrid role from our London Office, working three days from the office, two from home

… Plus more great perks, which include;

  • Uncapped leave, because we trust you to manage your workload and time
  • When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
  • Refer a friend and get rewarded when they join Future
  • Wellbeing support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes
  • Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan

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Who are we…

We’re Future, the global leader in specialist media. With over 3,000 employees working across 200+ media brands, Future is a prime destination for passionate people worldwide looking to consume trusted, expert content that educates and inspires action - both online and off - through our specialist websites, magazines, events, newsletters, podcasts and social spaces.

We’ve got ambitious plans that further build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities – and we’re looking for driven people who want to be a part of it!

Our Future, Our Responsibility - Inclusion and Diversity at Future

We embrace and celebrate diversity, making it part of who we are. 

Different perspectives spark ideas, fuel creativity, and push us to innovate. That’s why we’re building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

When it comes to hiring, we keep it fair and inclusive, welcoming talent from every walk of life. It’s not just about what you bring to the table — it’s about making sure the table has room for everyone.

Because a diverse team isn’t just good for business. It’s the Future.

Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments made so we can give you the best experience!

Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.

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Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Equity Compensation: Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan
  • Wellbeing support: Wellbeing support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes

We are FutureConnectors. Creators. Experience MakersFuture is a global multi-platform media company and leading digital publisher, with scalable brands and diversified revenue streams. We are dedicated to connecting over 300 million people worldwide with their passions, through expert content, world-class events and cutting-edge proprietary technology. We have big ambitions to transform media and change people’s lives. We have a market-leading portfolio of over 220 brands spanning across technology, gaming, TV & entertainment, women’s lifestyle, music, sport, creative and photography, home interest and B2B. You may have heard of us… But a stellar heritage isn’t enough. We continue to grow our portfolio and launch new brands, restlessly looking to improve, innovate and push the boundaries of what can be done. We develop leading-edge technology which is disrupting the media marketplace.Together, we’re exceeding the expectations of everyone we exist for – our audiences, clients, staff and shareholders. In a short space of time, Future has transformed into an innovative global media platform.We reap the rewards too, of course, with a fun and creative place to work with endless opportunities to forge a career. We believe in teamwork that transcends location, so we don’t have a Future HQ but a globally connected workforce across the UK, US, Europe and AustraliaEvery kind of talent is celebrated here.. We hire for person not for the role, looking for people who share our ambitions to be bold and innovate, making Future a global success story.

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£27,500 – £28,000 per year
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