Broadcast Journalist - FTC

Newsreader – Times Radio Broadcast Journalist (12‑Month FTC)

Are you passionate about politics? Do you enjoy the debate but want conversation over confrontation? Times Radio embodies the journalistic values, integrity and expertise of The Times and Sunday Times. It is the broadcasting arm of those renowned publications and the home of world‑class broadcasting talent including Andrew Neil, John Pienaar, Jane Garvey and Fi Glover.

You will be a leading on‑air newsreader, responsible for writing and producing your own bulletins every half hour. Reporting to the Head of News, you will monitor Times Radio for news‑making clips and communicate the day’s biggest stories to an audience engaged with and knowledgeable about current affairs.

• Produce and present the station’s all‑important news bulletins.
• Set the news agenda by making key editorial decisions in conjunction with senior managers.
• Report on breaking stories in the studio and on location during live programming.
• Command the respect of a well‑informed audience.
• Work with the rest of the news team to produce the highest quality news scripts and audio across all our stations.
• Present, edit and publish the Times Radio News Briefing Podcast.
• Liaise with production teams to maximise the on‑air content.

• Exceptional news judgement, with the ability to filter out spin.
• An exceptional broadcasting voice and delivery.
• First‑class political knowledge.
• Significant experience in a very fast‑paced broadcast newsroom.
• Razor‑sharp clarity of writing.
• Calmness and speed under pressure.
• Excellent team‑working skills.
• Brilliant audio editing ability.
• An understanding of News UK’s diverse media portfolio.
• Evidence of your news broadcasting skills.

At News UK we embrace a hybrid work model, currently requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office. Certain roles may necessitate additional in‑office days; please discuss this with your recruiter for specific requirements.

• Private medical insurance including coverage for pre‑existing conditions.
• Discounted gym memberships, free Class Pass at Home, weekly in‑person/virtual exercise classes.
• Bikes for Work and Electric Car scheme.
• Up to 60% discount on Harper Collins books.
• Maternity leave up to 18 weeks full basic salary and paternity leave up to 2 weeks.
• Access to exclusive events and competitions with exciting brands such as talkSPORT, Virgin Radio UK & The Times.
• Weekly virtual panel chats with top journalists and celebrities.
• Access to wellbeing benefits such as EAP, physio/massage and counselling.
• A generous pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 5%.
• Wide range of training available, plus full Linked In Learning access.
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays and up to 4 volunteering days per year.

Please send a demo reel to with the subject heading ‘Newsreader Times Radio - BROADCAST JOURNALIST APPLICATION - YOUR NAME’.