Rapha's vision is to make cycling the most important sport in the world because we believe in the transformative power of cycling. We've earned a global reputation for crafting the world's finest cycling apparel, and for telling stories that elevate the sport through compelling content. As we look ahead, we're focused on growing our brand's impact and sharpening our voice - and we're looking for a Brand Editor to lead the way.
The Role
As Rapha's Brand Editor, you'll be the guardian of our tone of voice and a key creative within the Brand Marketing team. You'll shape stories that span brand campaigns, product launches, content, and more - bringing clarity, emotion and flair to everything we say. Whether scripting a film, writing product descriptions, or crafting campaign headlines, you'll elevate every touchpoint and ensure consistency across channels.
You'll also lead a global network of freelance writers, support internal teams with expert copy guidance, and contribute to the evolution of Rapha's voice in a fast-moving, creatively ambitious environment.
Key Responsibilities
Own and evolve Rapha's tone of voice, ensuring distinctiveness and consistency across channels
Collaborate with the wider Brand (Creative and Marketing) and Product teams to develop campaign concepts and narratives
Commission, guide and edit work from freelance writers
Write copy for brand campaigns, editorial features, rapha.cc, social, email, film and paid media
Collaborate with the Product team to create inspiring and informative product copy, including on-garment storytelling elements.
Maintain an editorial lens on the cycling world, bringing cultural relevance to our content
Partner with Digital and Performance teams to optimise SEO visibility and ensure copy effectiveness across customer journeys.
Write internal and B2B copy including press releases and product storytelling
Ensure all written communication reflects the style, precision, and ethos of Rapha
About You
Candidates may possess the following skills. We're open to a wide variety of backgrounds and skill sets which may fulfill the requirements in a similar way.
A sharp, expressive writer with 5+ years experience, including in-house at a leading premium brand.
Writes with energy, insight, and style, with the ability to adapt tone and content to land a brand's positioning and ensure relevance across platforms.
A passionate storyteller with a feel for where sport meets culture and a deep knowledge of cycling's place within it.
Exceptionally organised, collaborative, and comfortable working at pace
Confident leading projects, managing stakeholders, and mentoring contributors
Meticulous attention to detail - you care deeply about getting the words right - and know how much they matter.
Working at Rapha
We are continuously looking into ways to invest in our employees and build a better working culture and environment. Here are just some of the internal benefits we offer:
Flexible working hours
Support for ad-hoc remote working during the week - minimum 4 days in office
25 days annual leave
2 additional days paid time off to participate in a sportive or similar related cycling event
A flexible riding benefit to allow you to go out riding on a Wednesday morning with colleagues or learn to cycle to cycling through our Getting Started Scheme
An annual clothing allowance of 1,120 for testing and promotional purpose
A company bonus scheme
A health cash plan provided by Healthshield worth up to 1405 per year
Mental health support with MyndUp
Free barista coffee and social drinks in the office
Subsidised lunches 3 days per week
Monthly department social events and quarterly office social away days
Bike racing expenses up to 35 per race entry
A 50% staff discount and a discount for family and friends
Industry discounts on brands such as Patagonia, Osprey, Finisterre, Wahoo
Free membership to the Rapha Cycling Club
Cycle2Work scheme
Company Pension Scheme
* Enhanced Parental Leave and Pay
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