Podcast Editor - Internal Applicants Only

Podcast Editor, History (up to £41,000)

12 month secondment, INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

Immediate is home to some of the biggest and most loved consumer brands in the UK, including Radio Times, Good Food and BBC Gardeners World magazine. Our trusted, quality content reaches millions of people a month across digital, print, video, podcasts, apps and live events.

We’re the destination for people looking to get more from the things they love. We’re here to inspire, fuel, encourage and educate.

Whether it’s the big things, or the little things; from reaching fitness goals to savouring good food, cultivating outdoor spaces, or enjoying the latest TV sensation – we help bring our audiences joy!

About the role

As a Podcast Editor, you will lead the strategy, production and editorial execution of the HistoryExtra podcast portfolio. This role offers the opportunity to shape and grow a wide-ranging suite of high-profile podcast channels, featuring daily episodes, long-form narrative storytelling, and innovative new series.

The Podcast Editor will oversee a growing podcast slate including HistoryExtra, HistoryExtra Long Reads, History Behind the Headlines, and the History’s Greatest series, while also driving the development of new formats and content strands. This is a highly collaborative role, working cross-functionally with editorial, video, digital and commercial teams.

As a Podcast Editor, you will;

• Lead editorial planning, production and delivery of the full podcast portfolio, including:

1. HistoryExtra Podcast (5 episodes/week)
2. HistoryExtra Long Reads (weekly)
3. History Behind the Headlines (twice monthly)
4. History’s Greatest series (Cities, Conspiracy Theories, Battles, Scandals)

• Define editorial strategy and direction for new and existing podcast strands
• Manage tight content workflows to ensure consistent, high-quality output
• Executive produce new creative podcast series, including external partnerships
• Conduct and edit in-depth interviews with authors, academics and experts — often handling sensitive topics with care and editorial rigour
• Write, record and edit scripts and episode descriptions in line with brand tone
• Review and approve content produced by others to ensure editorial and technical standards are met
• Line-manage and mentor the Content Producer (Podcast)
• Lead podcast editorial meetings, assigning work and managing deadlines across the team
• Collaborate with teams across print, digital and video to create cross-platform content
• Contribute to BBC History Magazine, HistoryExtra.com, YouTube and social media channels
• Work with commercial and marketing teams to grow subscriptions, secure sponsorships, and drive audience development
• Develop editorial strategies that support audience growth and the wider membership model

• Proven experience in editorial leadership and audio production
• Strong interviewing skills, with the ability to tackle complex or sensitive topics
• Excellent writing and editing skills, including scripting and voiceover experience
• Familiarity with audio editing software e.g. Descript, or similar
• Ability to manage high-volume content workflows under tight deadlines
• Understanding of audience development, podcast growth strategies, and subscriptions
• Experience managing or mentoring junior team members
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with commercial, marketing, and editorial colleagues
• Knowledge of BBC editorial guidelines and experience applying them would be an advantage
• Passion for history and making it accessible to a broad audience

• A relaxed working environment with regular socials including a summer festival
• Supportive well-being initiatives and benefits, talks & workshops, and Mental Health First aiders & Champions
• 25 days holiday plus a day for your birthday. Our offices will be closed between Christmas and New Year’s which are in addition to your annual entitlement
• Tailored training and development through both our inhouse learning platform and LinkedIn Learning
• Flexible / hybrid working plus early finish Fridays
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced Family Policies including paternity, adoption and surrogacy leave. We also provide a pregnancy loss, fertility, and carers policy
• Competitive pension plans and Life Assurance
• A newly renovated modern office with lots of collaborative spaces

At Immediate, we pride ourselves on our open, inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic culture that empowers our people to thrive and give their best. We care deeply about our people, our local communities and the impact we have on the environment. Our active Diversity & Inclusion network, comprehensive well-being programs, and clear sustainability strategies reflect this commitment.

People are at the heart of our business and creating a diverse and inclusive working environment is important to us. Immediate is an equal opportunities employer. We’ll never treat anyone less favourably because of their sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, marital/civil partnerships, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnic origin, age, religion or belief or disability. We’re also committed to supporting applications from those who are returning to work following a career break, maternity leave or caring responsibilities.

Immediate is a place you can grow, be supported, and make a difference.