Editorial Graduate

At a glance:

• Location – Mumbai, India 
• Start Date – August 2025
• Contract Type – Permanent
• Working Arrangement – Hybrid 

Here’s a summary of the role:    

YouGov is adding to its B2B Editorial Team. The person who fills the role will be responsible for working with the existing team of writers and editors in Mumbai, creating data-driven articles that showcase insights gathered using a range of YouGov tools. 
 
This is an exciting, varied position that will cover a wide range of sectors and markets – from tech to beauty. The content you create will be the basis for digital, PR, marketing and social activity, attracting prospects and engaging and informing existing clients. You will create data-driven content based on a keen sense of what is interesting to business readers and help us pioneer and embed AI processes in our data collection and content creation.  
 
What will I be responsible for? This role is designed to drive awareness of the YouGov brand in various markets through the creation of a steady stream of content that is based on the data we collect from consumers. In all, 27 million people across the world are registered to take our surveys. 

Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll do (not all of it, just the important stuff):  

• Learn how to use the wide range of intuitive data tools we sell to clients
• Come up with ideas for content independently or work with senior stakeholders to come up with ideas for content
• Analyse the data our tools provide to uncover interesting stories full of actionable insights
• Turn data into a range of short-form content (blogs, analysis, profile pieces etc) to support the company’s marketing activities
• Work across a range of sector verticals (e.g. automotive, sport, retail, leisure and more) to produce interesting and engaging content
• Write and field your own questions in your own surveys to explore emerging trends or quantify existing ones
• Work as part of a global content team which offers great support, help and advice
• Work on a specific project to help us develop our capacity for harnessing AI in our writing and publication
• Work autonomously and independently to drive improvements in key metrics like pageviews, open rates, impressions etc 

These are the essentials you’ll need to get an interview: 

• Excellent writing skills 

• Excellent numeracy skills and the ability to interpret data effectively, as this will be a key aspect of the role 

• The ability to conduct desk research about sectors and companies to discover what people in those industries are talking about 

• Familiarity with AI tools and their capabilities (and weaknesses!) 

• A keen news sense and natural curiosity about people, their behaviours, and habits 

• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail 

• Strong organizational and time management skills 

What to expect from the hiring process: 

• Call with Talent Partner 

• Assessment/Practical Interview 

• Final Interview with the hiring team 

Graduate Programme Overview: 

Our Graduate Programme is designed to accelerate your career and provide a comprehensive foundation for success. Here's what you can expect: 

• 12-Month Development Programme: A structured programme featuring role-specific training and professional skills development to equip you for success. 

• Real-World Experience: Engage in meaningful tasks and projects, gaining hands-on experience from day one. 

• Exposure to Senior Leadership: Benefit from direct interactions with our CEO, graduate sponsor, and functional leaders, offering invaluable insights and mentorship. 

• Comprehensive Support System: Enjoy continuous guidance from the People Experience and Development team, as well as your dedicated line manager. 

• Pathway to Promotion: Successful completion of the programme can lead to a permanent role and promotion, contingent on your performance. 

• Graduate Alumni Network: Stay connected with your cohort and join a vibrant community of programme alumni to support your long-term growth. 

Our programme offers an incredible opportunity to build your skills, expand your network, and shape your career in a supportive and dynamic environment. 

What can we offer you: 

We are driven by a set of shared values. We are fast, fearless, and innovative. We work diligently to get it right. We are guided by accuracy, ethics, and proven methodologies. We respect and trust each other, bringing these values into everything that we do.  

• A cohesive, fun, inclusive and supportive team environment. 

• From day one, you'll have the opportunity to engage with our fast-paced, innovative teams and make meaningful contributions. We encourage innovative thinking, and when combined with our collaborative culture, it creates an enjoyable and inspiring experience for all. 

• A good work-life balance. Because we all work better when we are rested. Your wellbeing is as important to us as your career growth. Access curated resources for your physical, mental, financial, and social wellbeing at your convenience, anytime, anywhere. 

• Exclusive LinkedIn Learning license offering unlimited access to a vast library of high-quality, expert-led training courses that are designed to elevate your skills and foster continuous growth. 

• An extra day off to celebrate yourself – enjoy an additional day to relax and celebrate your birthday. 

Ready to take the first step? Apply now and be part of our next generation of leaders! 

Company Description and Culture 

YouGov is a global online research company, offering insight into what the world thinks.    

We speak daily to our panel of over 27 million registered members to understand opinion and behaviors around the world. We have a strong reputation as a source of accurate data and we’re trusted by the world’s biggest brands to get it right, making us the most quoted market research source in the world.  

Why join YouGov? 

Join our global team to help us achieve our social mission: to make millions of people’s opinions heard for the benefit of our local, national, and international communities. 

Understanding diversity of opinion requires diversity of background. Although our global panel of millions of people worldwide powers our research, our biggest asset is our people. If our research is to be truly representative of what the world thinks, we need people from all walks of life to be part of the team to bring their perspective to the work we do.  

Life at YouGov 

We are driven by a set of shared values. We are fast, fearless, and innovative. We work diligently to get it right. We are guided by accuracy, ethics, and proven methodologies. We respect and trust each other, bringing these values into everything that we do. 

We strive to provide YouGovers with best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. We want our employees to have a sense of belonging and uniqueness in a supportive workplace, so they can bring their full selves to work.  

Equal Opportunity Employer 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, HIV status, political affiliation, socioeconomic background, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or in line with our responsibilities as a fair and ethic employer. All employment decisions are made based on occupational qualifications, merit, and business need. 

Data Privacy

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