The Main Focus of the Role:
We’re looking for a dynamic and passionate Car Buying Editor to join our team at. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of creating engaging content about used car buying/selling and new car finance, not just for but also for CAR and other related channels. Your work will directly influence our audience's car purchasing decisions and contribute to the success of our platform.
At, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where every team member can thrive. We offer opportunities for growth, creative freedom, and the chance to make a significant impact in the automotive industry.
If you're passionate about cars and content creation, and you're ready to take on a new challenge, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
1. Produce used car content for on a daily basis when required – with particular emphasis on supporting the Parkers used Cars For Sale section and building quality ownership content
2. Produce new car finance and leasing content for on a daily basis when required – with particular emphasis on supporting the Car Leasing section and building quality finance-focused content
3. Track the performance of their content and report back as required
4. Report all content plans in and work with site editor to deliver the correct cadence, volume and variety of content to meet business needs
5. Hone the relevant tone for the layperson; come up with innovative story-telling ideas; ensure content is published and seeded across the relevant social channels
6. Participate in personal and branded social media to promote content on Facebook, X (Formerly Twitter) and other emerging platforms
7. Encourage link-building – by seeding out our stories in appropriate forums and other third-party websites with the assistance of the SEO team to encourage links back to our domains
8. Work with stakeholders across the Bauer digital team to ensure they have full visibility of all relevant content and its performance
9. Create and deliver used car and new car finance newsletters
10. Commission relevant content from freelancers where required and agreed, plus edit and write engaging copy for evergreen features sections on the site
11. Ensure that product knowledge of used cars and car finance is up-to-date
12. Process Cap HPI data to keep ahead of used car trends
13. Process trends to identify the best finance content
14. Offer affiliate support for revenue-generating sections of Parkers and CAR
15. Act as an ambassador for Parkers and CAR when on events
What You'll Bring:
16. Expert Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of used car products and relevant PR operations.
17. Communication Skills: Strong communication abilities with a keen understanding of our used car audience.
18. Content Creation: Proficiency in developing high-quality content, understanding search keyword strategy, and on-page SEO.
19. Social Media Savvy: Knowledge of social media strategy and creating engaging social posts.
20. Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational and future planning skills, with a keen attention to detail.
21. Analytical Mindset: Understanding the importance of analytics and reporting to drive content strategy.
22. Commissioning Talent: Ability to commission and manage freelance content effectively
Closing Date: Sunday 21st July
Package Description
Rewards packages at Bauer Media offer a range of salary sacrifice Benefits, such as our pension scheme and flexible holidays, as well as exclusive Perks like great deals and discounts for everyday life.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + 2 volunteer days
• Internal Bauer Academy – Wide range of learning opportunities to support with your Career Development
• Opportunity to buy additional holiday
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme, tech loan scheme and groups discounts for healthcare insurance
• Discounted subscriptions on Bauer publications (50%)
• Thrive initiatives – Wellbeing at Bauer
• Opportunities to contribute to our Belonging@Bauer and Sustainability initiatives
• Discounted high street vouchers