Entertainment and Lifestyle Director, Cosmopolitan (4 Days Per Week) (6 Month FTC)

We are the UK's leading premium publisher, home to iconic and influential media brands including Esquire, Men's & Women's Health, ELLE, Good Housekeeping, Harper's Bazaar, Digital Spy, Cosmopolitan, Red and more. At Hearst UK, we don't just create content – we shape culture.

Our workplace is driven by passion, shaped by authenticity and powered by creativity. We back bold ideas, act with an entrepreneurial mindset and continually evolve to meet the moment - while respecting the legacy that's brought us here. We believe in each other's potential and push boundaries together to create meaningful impact, both across the media landscape and in people's lives.

We're proud of our heritage - but even more excited about making history.

Hearst UK operates an in office policy with flexible Friday's. Our office is based at House of Hearst, 30 Panton Street, St James's, London, SW1Y 4AJ, where teams collaborate in person and connect across brands and functions.

Salary - Circa £54,000 (ProRata) –

Salary is dependent on experience and will be assessed in line with the candidate’s skills, knowledge, and relevant expertise.

The Role…

As the Acting Entertainment & Lifestyle Director, you will lead Cosmopolitan UK’s entertainment and lifestyle content strategy across print, digital, social and video. You’ll drive audience growth through innovative storytelling, oversee a fast-paced editorial operation, and ensure our content remains distinctive, engaging and culturally relevant. Working closely with editorial, talent, social, video and freelance teams, you’ll play a key role in shaping Cosmopolitan’s voice while representing the brand at major entertainment and lifestyle events.

Main Duties…

• Lead Cosmopolitan UK’s entertainment and lifestyle editorial strategy across digital, print, social and video platforms.
• Manage the day-to-day news agenda, ensuring timely, engaging and high-performing content that meets audience and traffic targets.
• Oversee SEO content, features and entertainment news coverage, including managing freelance contributors and supporting out-of-hours news operations.
• Commission, edit and write entertainment and lifestyle content, ensuring every story reflects Cosmopolitan’s unique editorial voice.
• Plan and produce print features, including celebrity interviews, talent bookings and pop culture content.
• Collaborate with the Talent Director on cover shoots, exclusive interviews and wider talent opportunities.
• Represent Cosmopolitan at industry events, conduct interviews, contribute to video content, and identify new social formats and content franchises.

What We Are Looking For…

• Proven experience in digital editorial, journalism or content leadership within entertainment, lifestyle or women’s media.
• Strong understanding of SEO, audience analytics and social media best practices.
• Experience commissioning, editing and writing high-quality news and feature content across multiple platforms.
• Excellent knowledge of the entertainment, celebrity and television landscape, with the ability to react quickly to breaking news and emerging trends.
• Strong editorial judgement with the ability to identify original angles that resonate with Cosmopolitan’s audience.
• Experience interviewing high-profile talent and representing a media brand externally is highly desirable.
• A collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and inspires teams to deliver exceptional content.

Benefits…

(Your benefits at Hearst UK are more than just extras—they are tools to help you thrive in every part of life.)

Hearst Exclusives - Only for You!

• Get adventurous with Good Housekeeping Taste and Beauty Testing Panels - yes, you could be trying the next big thing in beauty, food & drink.
• Snag luxe beauty steals at our legendary office sample sales - score big on top brands without breaking the bank!

Inclusion, Health & Wellbeing: Feel Your Best

• Stay healthy with Specsavers eye care, a company-funded Health Cash Plan, and access to mental health support.
• Get active and stress-free with discounted gym memberships and the Cycle to Work scheme.
• Embrace flexibility with a Location Flex and Holiday Exchange to take time when you need it.
• Take time to give back with a Charity Day and access wellbeing resources whenever you need them.
• Join one of our Hearst ERG Groups.

Financial Wellness - Boost Your Budget

• Plan ahead with a generous Workplace Pension, Income Protection, Life Assurance and Season Ticket Loan for easier commuting.
• Make smarter money moves using Salary Finance tools, Financial Wellbeing sessions, and Home Tech benefits to spread costs.
• Treat yourself with major discounts across London plus everyday savings via the HAPI at Hearst app

Hearst UK is deeply committed to using our influential brands to reflect the world we want to live in – one that respects, protects, represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people. As a business, we recognise the significant benefits of creativity, collaboration and innovation that comes with diverse teams. Not only is diversifying the voices in our organization the right thing to do, but it also helps us to make powerful and exciting content that can be enjoyed by many more people. This is why we’re working to build a sense of true belonging within our business and foster a culture in which everyone feels heard.