Scotland News Editor

About us.

PA is the UK’s national news agency, delivering fast, fair, and accurate journalism to every major newsroom across the country, 24/7. With more than 150 years of newsgathering experience, our work sits at the heart of the media industry.

Our commitment to excellence was recognised at the Media Freedom Awards, where we were named National News Media Organisation of the Year. PA Media Group also includes Alamy, StreamAMG and a range of data and content businesses – all working together to support the media and communications industries with world-class journalism and visual content.

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About the role.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Scotland News Editor to lead our daily news operation in Scotland.

This is a senior role for a journalist with proven reporting and editorial leadership skills, a strong understanding of the Scottish news agenda, and a keen eye for multimedia storytelling.

You’ll oversee a talented team of reporters and photographers, ensuring high-quality content across words, pictures, and video. This is a hands-on, forward-facing role, combining newsroom management with the ability to write and edit top-quality journalism.

Key responsibilities.

• Lead the day-to-day news gathering operation across Scotland, deploying team resources effectively.
• Deliver fast, fair, and accurate multimedia content, including breaking news, exclusives, and scheduled stories.
• Ensure consistent output of engaging copy, video, and live video packages.
• Coordinate diary planning and forward coverage to ensure readiness for key events.
• Maintain strong editorial judgement and legal accuracy across all content.
• Work closely with colleagues in London and across PA’s editorial desks to align coverage.
• Manage customer relationships and respond to content requests and feedback.
• Promote an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing newsroom culture.

What you will need.

• Experience managing and reporting at a news agency, national or regional publication, or broadcast newsroom.
• A strong track record of producing fast, accurate, and legally sound copy.
• Excellent understanding of the Scottish news agenda and court reporting experience.
• Fast and accurate shorthand.
• A recognised journalism qualification (NCTJ or equivalent).
• A full, clean driving licence and access to a vehicle during the day.
• A flexible approach to working evenings, weekends and travelling across Scotland.
• Multimedia production experience, particularly video shooting and editing (desirable).

What we offer.

• 25 days holiday and a holiday purchase scheme
• Annual wellbeing day
• Annual volunteering day
• Eye care vouchers
• BUPA Health cash plan
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Employee Assistance Programme