Deputy Director (Content) Hits Radio Network

TL;DR

Deputy Director (Content) Hits Radio Network (Radio): Shaping and delivering content strategy for the UK’s biggest pop radio brand with an accent on audience growth, creative excellence, and commercial success. Focus on leading content operations, coaching producers and presenters, driving forward planning, and ensuring regulatory compliance across radio, digital, and events.

Location: London, GB, NW1 2PL (hybrid working in line with business needs)

Company

Europe’s largest publishers operating over 150 radio and podcast brands across nine countries, reaching 61 million listeners weekly.

What you will do

• Lead and coach producers and presenters to deliver outstanding audience-led content across Hits Radio Network
• Support Director of Content in executing strategy and deputise when required
• Manage day-to-day content operations across multiple locations
• Drive forward planning for schedules, content plans, and key projects
• Monitor output, performance data, and ensure full compliance with broadcast regulations
• Collaborate with presenters, agents, commercial teams, and contribute to Youth and Young Adult leadership including KISS Network
• Develop creative strategies for Rayo app and lead large-scale projects like live events and charity initiatives

Requirements

• Strong understanding of Hits Radio brand, music, and audience
• Proven experience delivering compelling content that drives audience growth
• Strong inclusive leadership and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with on-air talent and senior stakeholders
• Excellent planning, communication, and organisational skills
• Ability to interpret RAJAR and digital audience data into action
• Experience using scheduling, play-out, or programming systems
• Understanding of budget and financial management
• Confidence using PowerPoint, Excel, and presentation tools

Nice to have

• Knowledge of KISS brand and youth audiences

Culture & Benefits

• 28 days holiday, bank holidays, and 2 volunteer days
• Access to Bauer Academy for internal training and development
• Enhanced Maternity/Adoption, Paternity, and Shared Parental Leave Pay
• Flexible working opportunities
• Collaborative, creative team environment focused on relatable, entertaining content