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About us The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to...
About us
The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and
accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide.
At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Together, we help audiences stay better informed and deepen their
understanding of the world around them.
Our Product & Tech teams drive us forward in an ever-evolving digital landscape, delivering cutting-edge products to over one
million digital subscribers daily. Our growth relies on a diverse, dedicated and dynamic group of product, tech, delivery and data
specialists.
With a supportive culture, entrepreneurial spirit and opportunities at every turn, there are no limits to where your FT career can
take you.
Build a newsworthy career at the FT.
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.
About you
You are an operationally focused engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, supporting business-critical services, and ensuring
systems run reliably every day. You thrive in deadline-driven environments, remain calm under pressure, and take pride in
delivering high-quality operational support.
You have experience supporting production or operational systems, investigating technical issues, coordinating with multiple
stakeholders, and driving problems through to resolution. You are proactive, adaptable, and always looking for opportunities to
improve processes, automate repetitive tasks, and enhance service reliability.
Whether your background is in publishing, production engineering, technical operations, platform operations or another operational
support environment, you enjoy working as part of a collaborative team and are motivated by delivering reliable services that have
a direct impact on the business.
About the team
Digital Print Services (DPS) is part of Internal Products at the Financial Times and is responsible for managing and supporting
the end-to-end processes, systems and services that enable the daily production and publication of the FT's print products.
The team works closely with Editorial, Advertising, Production, Distribution, Technology and external print partners to ensure
content moves successfully from editorial creation through page production to global print publication and digital distribution.
Alongside supporting daily production, we continuously improve our operational processes, monitoring, tooling and workflows to
increase reliability, reduce manual effort and enhance the services we provide. We are also exploring opportunities to leverage
automation, data and AI-driven capabilities to improve operational efficiency, strengthen service monitoring and enhance the
resilience of our print publishing operation.
As a team, we combine technical expertise, operational excellence and strong stakeholder collaboration to operate, support and
continuously improve the FT's print publishing process. We are accountable for ensuring the successful delivery of daily print
production while driving improvements that enhance reliability, efficiency and resilience.
The nature of print publishing means reliability, operational discipline and effective decision-making under deadline pressure are
central to the team's success.
What you'll work on
As a Digital & Print Production Engineer, you'll play a key role in supporting the FT's end-to-end print publishing operation,
ensuring newspaper pages, digital editions and associated publishing services are delivered accurately and on time every day.
Working as part of the Digital Print Services team, you'll monitor business-critical production systems, coordinate operational
activities across multiple stakeholders, investigate and resolve incidents, and help maintain the reliability of the services that
support the FT's global print operation.
You'll contribute to the continuous improvement of our operational processes by identifying opportunities to enhance workflows,
automation, monitoring and documentation, while supporting the evolution of our publishing platforms and operational tooling.
This role is based on standard business hours. However, due to the nature of the FT's print publishing operation, occasional
Sunday working and flexibility to provide support outside of normal working hours, particularly during evening production periods
or business-critical incidents, will be required.
Your responsibilities will include
Operational Service Delivery
commitments are met.
digital partners.
Incident Management & Operational Support
Continuous Improvement & Engineering
platform.
Collaboration & Service Excellence
Our technology
The Digital Print Services team works across a combination of publishing platforms, operational tooling, cloud services,
integrations and vendor-managed systems.
Publishing & Production
Operations & Service Management
Technology & Automation
Experience we're looking for
Experience with print publishing, newspaper production, editorial workflows or media operations would be highly advantageous.
Experience working with AWS, monitoring platforms (such as Grafana, Splunk or Graphite), publishing systems (including Methode,
Arkitex or Asura), Adobe Creative Suite or workflow automation technologies would also be beneficial.
Characteristics we value
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.
We've embraced a 50% hybrid working model (averaging two to three days onsite) that fosters trust and remote adaptability while
encouraging in-person camaraderie and peer learning. Additionally, we are open to accommodating specific flexible working pattern
requests for all roles where feasible.
Accessibility
We are a Disability Confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory.
Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments or 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 talent@ft.com and a member
of our team will be happy to help.
Further information
At the FT, we embrace innovation and the use of technology and appreciate that individuals may leverage AI tools as part of their
job application process. Whilst we are happy for you to use AI to assist with your application, it is essential that all
information provided is authentic and accurately represents your skills, experience and qualifications.
ABOUT THE AI SECURITY INSTITUTE The AI Security Institute is the world's largest and best-funded team dedicated to understanding advanced AI risks and translating that knowledge into action. We’re in the heart of the UK government with direct lines to No. 10 (the Prime Minister's office), and we work with frontier developers and governments globally. We’re here because governments are critical for advanced AI going well, and UK AISI is uniquely positioned to mobilise them. With our resources, unique agility and international influence, this is the best place to shape both AI development and government action. EXPRESSION OF INTEREST - CYBER AND AUTONOMOUS SYSTEMS TEAM (CAST) CAST is open to expressions of interest from talented cyber security experts and software engineers of all levels of seniority who want to work at the forefront of frontier AI security but do not see a role listed that matches their skills and experience. Our talent team will reach out should a role arise that may be a good match. ABOUT THE TEAM AI capabilities in cybersecurity and autonomy are advancing faster than at any point in history. Frontier models can now work through multi-step network intrusions, discover and exploit software vulnerabilities, and carry out long-horizon technical tasks with increasing independence. These are extraordinary tools for scientific and economic progress, but also have the potential for serious harm if misused or deployed without adequate oversight. The team evaluates the capability of both frontier and open-weight AI models in cybersecurity, autonomy and AI R&D, ensuring the UK government and its partners have an accurate view of risks and capabilities. We use realistic cyber ranges and a large CTF suite for our evaluations, run pre-deployment testing of frontier models, and collaborate with our partners across UK government, frontier labs, and NCSC. Your day-to-day work might include building state-of-the-art evaluations (e.g., cyber ranges [https://arxiv.org/pdf/2603.11214]), running pre-deployment testing exercises (e.g., Claude Mythos Preview [https://www.aisi.gov.uk/blog/our-evaluation-of-claude-mythos-previews-cyber-capabilities]), validating novel model behaviours (e.g., models cheating in evaluations [https://www.aisi.gov.uk/blog/cheating-behaviour-in-frontier-model-evaluations]), and answering timely research questions (e.g., the capabilities of open-weight models [https://www.aisi.gov.uk/blog/how-far-behind-the-frontier-are-leading-open-weight-models-on-cyber]). Working alongside you would be engineers and researchers who care deeply about the impact of their work, take pride in their craft, and have a high level of autonomy. If that sounds exciting to you, we'd love for you to apply! Salary £65,000—£145,000 GBP WHAT WE OFFER Impact you couldn't have anywhere else * Incredibly talented, mission-driven and supportive colleagues. * Direct influence on how frontier AI is governed and deployed globally. * Work with the Prime Minister’s AI Advisor and leading AI companies. * Opportunity to shape the first & best-resourced public-interest research team focused on AI security. Resources & access * Pre-release access to multiple frontier models and ample compute. * Extensive operational support so you can focus on research and ship quickly. * Work with experts across national security, policy, AI research and adjacent sciences. Growth & autonomy * If you’re talented and driven, you’ll own important problems early. * 5 days off and annual stipends for learning and development, and funding for conferences and external collaborations. * Freedom to pursue research bets without product pressure. * Opportunities to publish and collaborate externally. Life & family* * Modern central London office (cafes, food court, gym), or where applicable, option to work in similar government offices in Birmingham, Cardiff, Darlington, Edinburgh, Salford or Bristol. * Hybrid working, flexibility for occasional remote work abroad and stipends for work-from-home equipment. * At least 25 days’ annual leave, 8 public holidays, extra team-wide breaks and 3 days off for volunteering. * Generous paid parental leave (36 weeks of UK statutory leave shared between parents + 3 extra paid weeks + option for additional unpaid time). * On top of your salary, we contribute 28.97% of your base salary to your pension. * Discounts and benefits for cycling to work, donations and retail/gyms. *These benefits apply to direct employees. Benefits may differ for individuals joining through other employment arrangements such as secondments. SALARY Annual salary is benchmarked to role scope and relevant experience. Most offers land between £65,000 and £145,000 made up of a base salary plus a technical allowance (take-home salary = base + technical allowance). An additional 28.97% employer pension contribution is paid on the base salary. This role sits outside of the DDaT pay framework [https://ddat-capability-framework.service.gov.uk/] given the scope of this role requires in depth technical expertise in frontier AI safety, robustness and advanced AI architectures. The full range of salaries are available below: * Level 3: £65,000–£75,000 (Base £39,850 + Technical Allowance £25,150–£35,150) * Level 4: £85,000–£95,000 (Base £47,355 + Technical Allowance £37,645–£47,645) * Level 5: £105,000–£115,000 (Base £61,620 + Technical Allowance £43,380–£53,380) * Level 6: £125,000–£135,000 (Base £74,605 + Technical Allowance £50,395–£60,395) * Level 7: £145,000 (Base £74,605 + Technical Allowance £70,395) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION USE OF AI IN APPLICATIONS Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance [https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civil-service-careers.gov.uk%2Fartificial-intelligence-and-recruitment%2F&data=05%7C02%7CLynn.Tan%40dsit.gov.uk%7Ccf5d753b7f19427afc8f08de4c307014%7Ccbac700502c143ebb497e6492d1b2dd8%7C0%7C0%7C639031968075235036%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=jCrYoy62YfXN%2FLIB%2FhtHxdLGbCOgropbkZXDyQsUMC4%3D&reserved=0]for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. INTERNAL FRAUD DATABASE The Internal Fraud function of the Fraud, Error, Debt and Grants Function at the Cabinet Office processes details of civil servants who have been dismissed for committing internal fraud, or who would have been dismissed had they not resigned. The Cabinet Office receives the details from participating government organisations of civil servants who have been dismissed, or who would have been dismissed had they not resigned, for internal fraud. In instances such as this, civil servants are then banned for 5 years from further employment in the civil service. The Cabinet Office then processes this data and discloses a limited dataset back to DLUHC as a participating government organisations. DLUHC then carry out the pre employment checks so as to detect instances where known fraudsters are attempting to reapply for roles in the civil service. In this way, the policy is ensured and the repetition of internal fraud is prevented. For more information please see - Internal Fraud Register. [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/internal-fraud-register-privacy-notice/internal-fraud-register-privacy-notice] SECURITY Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check and get baseline personnel security standard (BPSS) clearance [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard] before they can be appointed. Additionally, there is a strong preference for eligibility for counter-terrorist check (CTC) clearance [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted]. Some roles may require higher levels of clearance, and we will state this by exception in the job advertisement. See our vetting charter here. [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter] NATIONALITY REQUIREMENTS We may be able to offer roles to applicant from any nationality or background. As such we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet the standard nationality requirements (opens in a new window). [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules] WORKING FOR THE CIVIL SERVICE The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) [http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/] sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html] and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window) [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025]. As part of the application process, we monitor statistics on D&I. You can see how we process this data here: Recruitment privacy notice - GOV.UK [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-digital-service-recruitment-privacy-notice/recruitment-privacy-notice].
About us The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide. At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you’re given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world. In our warm, collaborative culture, you’ll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing. Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you’ll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere. Build a newsworthy career at the FT. 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. [https://aboutus.ft.com/careers/benefits] 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 talent@ft.com [https://mail.google.com/mail/?view=cm&fs=1&tf=1&to=talent@ft.com] and a member of our team will be happy to help.
About WPP Media WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships – all united by our pioneering agentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth. WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working. For more information, visit wppmedia.com [wppmedia.com]. Role Summary and Impact WPP Media: Sports & Entertainment is our dedicated practice focused on the development of brand partnerships, sponsorships, branded entertainment and socially driven content solutions for brands. We work with the biggest and most impactful brands, platforms, IP, rights holders, talent and creators to drive our work. We passionately believe that Sports and Entertainment make modern culture. Across sport, music, fashion, gaming and entertainment, they fuel the communities and fandoms that drive audiences and power brand differentiation. The vision of our 100+ dedicated craft experts is simple – We make brands epic in culture. About WPP 650 Join an award-winning team at the heart of UK government, where your work will genuinely shape lives. As part of WPP 650 you’ll be part of a supportive, collaborative environment that values curiosity, kindness, and growth. Together, we use behaviour change principles to design smarter services, influence better decisions, and help millions of people across the country. Named WPP 650, after the 650 UK parliamentary constituencies, the name is a reminder that our work must reflect the full breadth of the country, every community, every audience. No two days are the same. The challenges are complex, the problems worth solving, and the learning constant. You’ll tackle issues that matter, alongside talented colleagues who care deeply about what they do. It’s demanding – but always rewarding. This is meaningful work with real-world impact – the kind you can point to with pride. Overview We believe that the best projects are down to the people that lead them and the environment that they create. Our project delivery team in Sports & Entertainment is full of delivery specialists who take the time and effort to build both strong relationships with stakeholders and vibrant cultures that enable project teams to deliver great work. We’re looking for a Media Partnerships Manager to join our dynamic Delivery Team. This exciting role involves managing and overseeing the production and execution of content partnership campaigns. Whilst this role will be aligned to WPP 650 there is the opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of high-profile clients and media partners. While the primary focus is on Media Partnerships (Print, Radio, Digital), there’s potential to work across on Branded Entertainment projects (AV, AFP, etc.) and Sports Projects. Key Responsibilities * Be part of our Project Delivery team, responsible for the delivery of exciting projects, for WPP 650 and the wider WPP client portfolio. * Use Project Management skills to deliver a best-in-class project delivery experience for all stakeholders * Have an ability to build strong relationships through emotional intelligence and great communication, problem-solving, collaboration and strategic thinking. * Be responsible for leadership and day-to-day management of multiple projects and competent in managing all aspects of a project, i.e. scope, schedule, finance, risk, quality and resources. * Build ongoing commitment from stakeholders and bring people together to achieve specified outcomes. * Delivery to include: * Planning what work needs to be done, when and defining stakeholder R&R; * Looking at the risks involved in a particular project and managing these risks * Making sure the work is done to the right standard; * Motivating the team of people involved in the project; * Co-ordinating work done by different people; * Making sure the project is running on time and to budget; * Calmly dealing with changes to the project as and when necessary; * Making sure the project delivers the expected outcomes and benefits; * Persuasion and Influence - Uses a variety of skills to create discussion, reach an agreement and create outcomes, affecting the action, behaviours, and opinions of others. What We’re Looking For: Experience & Expertise * 3+ years’ experience at Exec/Snr Exec level, in a media agency or media owner. * Good Knowledge of all media channels, including print, radio, and digital. * Clear understanding of content, partnerships, and production processes. * Advantageous to have knowledge & experience of AV, Broadcast Sponsorship & APF. Skills & Attributes * Hyper-organised with excellent project management skills. * Exceptional people skills, confident in managing clients and multiple stakeholder relationships. * Growing commercial awareness, with experience in financial processes * Attention to detail and comfort working with numbers, * Ability to prioritise workloads and juggle multiple projects simultaneously. * A confident communicator, capable of leading client meetings and delivering presentations. * Proactive, enthusiastic, and creative – a natural problem-solver and a “yes” person. * Ability to work effectively under pressure and to deadlines. Life at WPP Media & Benefits Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment to Be Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We also Lead Optimistically, firmly believing in and Championing Growth and Development for every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees to leverage the extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We Create an Open environment built on trust and respect, where everyone feels they belong and has opportunities to progress. This inclusive culture is fostered through a variety of employee resource groups and frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment, including competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days. WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection in this open and supportive environment. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. Please note this is a UK based role and requires individuals to have the right to work in this location. Please read our Privacy Notice (https://www.wppmedia.com/pages/privacy-policy [https://www.wppmedia.com/pages/privacy-policy]) for more information on how we process the information you provide. While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. #LI-Promoted Please read our Privacy Notice [https://www.wppmedia.com/pages/privacy-policy#:~:text=WPP%20Media%20Privacy%20Notice%20for%20Recruitment] for more information on how we process the information you provide.