Job Description

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At Hearst UK, there\'s always more to the story. Join us as our Community Director - ELLE to start the next chapter in your career.

We\'re the UK\'s leading premium publisher, and the people behind iconic media brands such as Cosmopolitan, Esquire, Elle, Harper\'s Bazaar and Country Living. We\'ve created a working environment that encourages everyone to pull together. We never stop looking for brave new ideas. We\'ll always try to develop and improve, we trust each other to do our best, and we have fun as we build on our heritage to make history.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

As our Community Director, you will be responsible for helping to drive ELLE\'s membership effort from the editorial side, creating compelling editorial moments that engage readers and subscribers across print, digital and events and integrating membership planning into its editorial flow. You will be executing strategies that enhance community engagement across ELLE\'s membership programme, facilitate meaningful interactions, and cultivate a loyal and active community base.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define community goals, target audience segments, and key performance indicators to measure success.
• Work alongside section editors to use ELLE\'s journalistic output to build loyalty.
• Identify compelling and creative editorial approaches across ELLE\'s key content areas to keep members interested.
• To work alongside team to create, commission and/or write compelling journalistic editorials, projects and events to connect with readers.
• Commission or create articles and multimedia content that drive discussions, inspire participation, and showcase community members\' achievements.
• To bridge the editorial team with its readers.
• Oversee and write ELLE\'s newsletters.
• Identify and implement initiatives to build and grow the community. Develop and execute outreach programs, events, and collaborations to attract new members and expand the community\'s reach.
• Monitor community engagement metrics, track member feedback, and analyse data to gain insights into community dynamics. Use data-driven insights to optimize community strategies, identify trends, and measure the impact of community initiatives.
• Identify and develop partnerships with relevant organisations, influencers, and brands to enhance community offerings, access exclusive opportunities, and increase community exposure.
• Interact with members digitally or at events.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, to align community initiatives with broader organisational goals. Provide insights and feedback from the community to inform decision-making and improve the overall member experience.
• Be an ambassador of Hearst UK and its values.
• You may be required to undertake such further duties as your skills, qualifications and experience allow and/or as may be assigned to you from time to time.

ABOUT YOU:

• Experience in community management or community-building roles, preferably within the publishing or media industry.
• Demonstrated success in growing and managing online communities and fostering engagement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with diverse audiences and build relationships.
• Strong understanding of online community platforms, social media, and digital engagement tools.
• Data-driven mindset with experience in community analytics and reporting.
• Experience in developing and implementing community strategies, including outreach, engagement, and content creation.
• Knowledge of community moderation best practices and the ability to handle conflicts and manage member interactions effectively.
• Creative thinking and ability to develop innovative community initiatives and programs.
• Passion for fostering connections, promoting inclusivity, and creating a sense of belonging within communities.
• Familiarity with emerging trends and technologies in community management and online engagement.

WHAT WE OFFER

At Hearst UK, you can choose from a huge range of perks and benefits that can help you learn well, work well and live well including:

• 25 days\' holiday (with the option to buy up to 5 additional holiday days)
• Hybrid working - Three days per week in the office
• Discounted gym membership
• Healthcare cash plan
• Spend a charity day with your favourite good cause
• Life assurance and pension scheme
• Regular socials and more!

There\'s more to your story than you imagine. And the next chapter begins right here.

Hearst UK is deeply committed to using our influential brands to reflect the world we want to live in - one that respects, protects, represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people. As a business, we recognise the significant benefits of creativity, collaboration and innovation that comes with diverse teams. Not only is diversifying the voices in our organization the right thing to do, but it also helps us to make powerful and exciting content that can be enjoyed by many more people. This is why we\'re working to build a sense of true belonging within our business and foster a culture in which everyone feels heard.

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