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.
Our commitment to inclusion and fairness
We believe everyone should have a fair opportunity to contribute, succeed, and reach their full potential. That means ensuring everyone is heard, respected, and valued, while identifying and removing barriers that may get in the way. Our commitment is to be an employer role model, grounded in inclusion and fairness for all.
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The role
We are looking for a dedicated and versatile Copywriter to join the Financial Times' Brand and Partnerships team, creating compelling, creative and persuasive marketing copy that brings the FT brand to life across a wide range of channels and audiences.
Reporting to the Senior Marketing Copywriter, you will work closely with colleagues across global communications, commercial marketing, design, creative and editorial teams to deliver impactful campaigns and messaging that strengthen the FT's reputation and encourage audiences to engage with our journalism.
From conceptual advertising campaigns, podcast and video scripts to digital ads, direct response emails, event marketing, speeches, white papers and social media, you'll have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of creative projects. You'll also help promote the FT's brand platform to both internal and external audiences, ensuring our distinctive tone of voice is reflected consistently in everything we do.
This is an opportunity to join a fast-paced, collaborative and ambitious team at the heart of a global news organisation. We're looking for someone who combines exceptional writing skills with critical thinking, creative flair and a genuine passion for news, brands and digital media.
Key responsibilities
Create high-quality, engaging and persuasive copy for a wide range of marketing campaigns, channels and audiences, including both B2B and B2C communications.
Work collaboratively with the Senior Marketing Copywriter, brand and creative teams, external agencies and internal collaborators to develop compelling creative concepts and messaging.
Champion and protect the FT's brand identity and tone of voice, ensuring consistent and impactful communications that strengthen our reputation as a trusted source of global journalism.
Write and adapt copy across multiple formats, including conceptual advertising, digital campaigns, emails, social media, podcast and video scripts, speeches, events and longer-form content.
Manage copywriting briefs from across the business, identifying the right approach for each audience and channel while balancing multiple projects and deadlines.
Review, edit and refine AI-generated copy, applying creative judgement to ensure accuracy, quality, originality and alignment with the FT's brand standards.
Ensure messaging is consistent, complementary and aligned with FT brand guidelines across all marketing activities.
Support the wider brand, marketing and business teams in developing communications that build awareness, encourage engagement and attract new subscribers.
Required skills and experience
A qualification in English, marketing, advertising, journalism or a…