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Reuters seeks an experienced newsroom leader with experience running editorial operations to serve as General Manager, Global Centres.
The General Manager, Global Centres will work with editors and newsroom managers to build and manage our Barcelona global newsroom, a key part of our 24/7, follow-the-sun operations.
The successful candidate will collaborate with local teams and colleagues in other global centres, strengthening our editorial operations through resource allocation, workflow refinement, adoption of new tools such as generative AI, and supporting strategic projects.
The General Manager will also serve as the senior representative of Reuters in Barcelona, engaging with local authorities and stakeholders.
This role offers significant opportunities for professional growth in an exciting location.
About The Role
As our General Manager, Global Centres, you will:
1. Oversee operational aspects of our Barcelona global centre
2. Work with editors on coverage and business priorities, including hiring and team structure
3. Manage performance and career development of journalists in Barcelona
4. Coordinate with HR, safety, legal, finance, and real estate teams regarding team issues
5. Champion workflow and technological innovation
6. Collaborate with other General Managers to plan and execute budgets and resources
About You
To succeed as our General Manager, you should:
* Have proven experience managing editorial teams or overseeing editorial operations
* Be skilled in managing complex stakeholder relationships, including senior leaders and external partners
* Have a track record of implementing change and delivering difficult messages
* Be adept at integrating new technologies into newsrooms
* Demonstrate a strong commitment to equity and fairness in staff dealings
* Spanish language skills are a plus
Please note, the application deadline is Sunday 18th May 2025.
What’s in it For You?
At Reuters, our people are our greatest assets. Benefits include:
* Global career opportunities
* Learning & Development programs, including coaching and training
* Competitive salary packages and benefits, including paid volunteering days
* Work alongside Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists in a team providing award-winning coverage
About Reuters
Reuters is the world’s largest multimedia news provider, founded in 1851, committed to independence, integrity, and unbiased reporting. It offers coverage in over 16 languages, reaching billions daily, providing trusted news and intelligence for professionals and consumers worldwide.
About Thomson Reuters
Thomson Reuters integrates trusted content and technology to support legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media professionals. With 26,000 employees across more than 70 countries, we foster a diverse and inclusive work environment, committed to objectivity, accuracy, fairness, and transparency.
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