Newsletter Lead Editor for Europe Today

About Euronews Euronews is Europe's leading international news media, reaching audiences across television, digital platforms and social media. With a strong European identity and a global outlook, Euronews delivers independent, fact-based journalism to audiences around the world. Our ambition is to strengthen our position as a leading source of information on European and international affairs, through distinctive journalism, innovative formats and a strong relationship with our audiences. The role Euronews is looking for an experienced and ambitious Newsletter Lead Editor to take ownership of Europe Today, one of our flagship editorial products. Published every morning at 8:00 AM and delivered directly to the inboxes of more than 100,000 subscribers, Europe Today is the daily newsletter accompanying our flagship morning television programme of the same name. It provides readers with a sharp, accessible and insightful overview of the most important political, economic and international developments shaping Europe and the world. We are looking for a journalist and editor with a strong understanding of European affairs, particularly the Brussels political and institutional ecosystem, and/or proven experience in developing and managing successful newsletters. Beyond ensuring the daily production of a high-quality newsletter, the successful candidate will play a leading role in shaping its editorial identity, strengthening its value proposition, growing its subscriber base and developing its commercial potential. This is an opportunity to take ownership of an established media product and help transform it into an even more influential and engaging daily briefing for European decision-makers, professionals and news enthusiasts.

Key responsibilities
Editorial leadership and daily production
• Take full editorial ownership of the daily Europe Today newsletter, from editorial planning and story selection to writing, editing and publication.
• Identify and select the most relevant political, economic, institutional and international stories of the day, with a particular focus on European affairs.
• Deliver sharp, insightful and engaging editorial content, combining news reporting, analysis, context and exclusive angles.
• Develop compelling headlines, introductions and storytelling formats to capture readers' attention and encourage engagement.
• Ensure the newsletter is consistently accurate, balanced, distinctive and aligned with Euronews' editorial standards.
• Coordinate closely with the Europe Today TV programme team, as well as Euronews' Brussels newsroom and other editorial desks, to leverage the strength of our reporting, interviews and expertise across platforms. Editorial strategy and product development
• Define and implement an ambitious editorial strategy for Europe Today, strengthening its positioning as a must-read daily briefing on European affairs.
• Continuously improve the newsletter's format, structure, tone of voice and editorial proposition.
• Identify opportunities to introduce new editorial formats, recurring sections, exclusive content, interviews, expert contributions and original analysis.
• Explore synergies between television, digital journalism and newsletters to create a more integrated and distinctive editorial experience.
• Monitor the competitive landscape and identify best practices and innovative approaches from leading international newsletters and media brands. Audience growth and performance
• Drive the growth of the newsletter's subscriber base, working closely with Euronews' audience development, marketing and digital teams.
• Monitor key performance indicators, including subscriber growth, open rates, click-through rates, engagement, retention and audience conversion.
• Use audience insights and performance data to continuously optimise editorial choices, headlines, formats and distribution strategies.
• Identify opportunities to increase the newsletter's visibility and reach through Euronews' television, website, apps, social media and other distribution channels.
• Develop initiatives to strengthen reader loyalty and build a more engaged and active community around the newsletter. Commercial development
• Work closely with Euronews' commercial and advertising teams to develop the newsletter's revenue potential.
• Identify opportunities for sponsorships, branded partnerships, advertising placements and other relevant commercial formats.
• Contribute to the development of attractive commercial propositions for advertisers and partners, while safeguarding editorial independence and the credibility of the product.
• Ensure that commercial opportunities are aligned with the newsletter's editorial identity, audience profile and long-term development.

Your profile
Experience and background
• At least 5 years of professional experience in journalism, editing or digital media.
• A strong background in political, economic or European affairs journalism, ideally with experience covering EU institutions and the Brussels political ecosystem; or significant experience managing, editing and developing successful newsletters or other digital editorial products.
• Proven experience in writing and editing high-quality editorial content for a demanding audience.
• Experience working in an international newsroom or digital-first media environment would be a strong advantage.
• Previous experience in audience development, newsletter growth or digital product management is a plus. Editorial and professional skills
• Excellent command of written English, with outstanding writing, editing and storytelling skills.
• Strong editorial judgement and an ability to identify the stories that really matter.
• Excellent knowledge of European politics, institutions and policymaking, as well as international and economic affairs.
• Ability to explain complex political and economic developments in a clear, concise and engaging way.
• Strong understanding of digital journalism, newsletter formats and audience engagement mechanisms.
• Familiarity with newsletter publishing and analytics tools is an advantage. Personal attributes
• Highly curious, proactive and passionate about European and international news.
• Creative and ambitious, with a strong sense of editorial initiative and the ability to bring fresh ideas.
• Equally comfortable setting an editorial vision and delivering hands-on writing and editing under tight daily deadlines.
• Data-driven and audience-oriented, with an interest in the business and product dimensions of digital journalism.
• Highly organised, reliable and able to manage a demanding daily publishing schedule.
• A collaborative team player, comfortable working across editorial, product, marketing and commercial teams.
• Able to work independently and make sound editorial decisions in a fast-paced environment.

What we offer
• The opportunity to take ownership of an established flagship editorial product with an existing audience of more than 100,000 subscribers.
• A key editorial role within an international newsroom covering the major political, economic and geopolitical developments shaping Europe and the world.
• The opportunity to shape the future of a strategic digital product, with real scope to develop its editorial ambition, audience and commercial proposition.
• The chance to work closely with experienced journalists, presenters and experts across Euronews' international editorial network.
• Join Euronews and help shape the future of one of Europe's most ambitious daily news briefings. Contract details
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Location:
Brussels
• Contract: Fixed term,Full-time.
• Start Date: As soon as possible