Deputy Chief Sub-Editor

About us

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The role
HTSI, the FT’s multi-award-winning luxury lifestyle magazine, is seeking a deputy chief sub editor to help shape our fully integrated print and digital content. 

This is a rare chance to join a title known for its sharp journalism, imaginative storytelling and distinctive visual style — a place where design, fashion, interiors, travel and culture meet the authority of the Financial Times. 

HTSI publishes 42 print issues a year and runs a vibrant digital presence across web and social. You will be part of a small, collaborative team working on a fast-paced production schedule. It’s an exciting environment for someone who enjoys both the pace of a newsroom and the craft of long-form storytelling. 

The successful applicant will have at least a few year’s subbing experience on a consumer magazine, having worked on both print and digital output.

Key responsibilities 

• Accurate spelling and grammar are essential

• Commitment to factual accuracy across all aspects of HTSI’s output

• Sensitive approach to copy, and dealing with writers

• An aptitude for writing sophisticated display copy that is in tune with the magazine's readership, on and offline

• A genius for the clickable online headline

• The work will include some out-of-office hours responsibilities - at evenings and weekends - including managing, updating and publishing live stories

• To deputise for the chief sub editor in their absence 

Who we are looking for

• A confident self-starter, able to implement the FT’s house style effortlessly

• A creative thinker who can come up with headlines and standfirsts that are smart and elegant in print, and particularly clickable online

• Someone who can respect copy, and an editor’s choices

• Someone with a rigorous eye for grammar and spacing; who will make sure every tiny picture caption is right

• A flexible, responsive worker with strong leadership skills who can galvanise a team and adapt to change throughout the working day

• Someone who enjoys HTSI’s content and is able to engage with it in a creative and thoughtful way

Please submit your application by 5pm on Monday, 10 August 2026.

The use of AI

Original reporting, great writing and intelligent commentary lie at the heart of FT journalism. Our readers trust us to produce quality journalism that is accurate, fair and insightful. This is why FT editorial staff do not by default use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to write articles or create other reader-facing content. For specific and pre-approved cases, AI can be harnessed for certain tasks, such as assisting data research for investigations.  

We expect applicants to the FT newsroom to refrain from using AI in their test submissions, and any written materials should be a genuine reflection of their own knowledge, skills and experiences. We encourage candidates only to employ AI as a tool to help with research and interview readiness for a role. 

Candidates should be aware that the use of AI throughout the application process is monitored to ensure a fair and transparent hiring process for all.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion 

We believe in the power of unique perspectives and want all voices in our organisation to be heard, respected and valued. A supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves and operate to their full potential. We are committed to removing barriers for everyone, with a focus on addressing those faced by underrepresented groups.

What’s in it for you? Our benefits

Our benefits vary by location but we are committed to providing best-in-class perks across all our offices. These include generous annual leave, medical cover, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of our benefits are available here.

FT Newsroom staff are expected to work onsite a minimum of three days per week, subject to role requirements and regular review. While flexible working requests will be considered, not all patterns are suitable for Editorial roles.

Accessibility

We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory.

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments/personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements or have any questions, email [email protected] and a member of our team will be happy to help.