Sub‑Editor – Creative Agency

About the role

We are seeking an experienced, detail‑obsessed Sub‑Editor to join a Cambridge‑based creative agency and publishing organisation. The role is hybrid, with three days a week in the Cambridge office, and involves polishing editorial, brand and digital content for a variety of client projects.

Key responsibilities

• Edit copy for accuracy, clarity, grammar and house style across editorial, marketing and long‑form content.
• Write and refine commercial written material for internal use or client campaigns.
• Collaborate closely with editors, writers and designers to deliver polished content on schedule.
• Proofread designed pages, flagging layout issues before publication.
• Maintain factual, spelling and grammatical accuracy throughout all deliverables.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Sub‑Editor in publishing, agency or media environments.
• Exceptional eye for detail and strong command of grammar and punctuation.
• Experience working with house style guides and the judgement to adapt them when needed.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Required skills

• Experience with CMS platforms.
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign.
• Proficiency in Figma.

What we offer

• Competitive salary.
• Hybrid working arrangement (3 days onsite).
• Opportunity to work with a creative, collaborative team on varied agency projects.