Chief Road Tester

We’re looking for our next Chief Road Tester to work across Bauer’s industry-leading motorcycle media brands: MCN, RiDE and Bike.

The most coveted job in two-wheel media demands a candidate who can mix riding skill and the ability to analyse motorcycle in granular detail with confident, high-quality written copywriting and video presentation. 

We’re looking to an individual who can hop on just about any motorcycle, in scenarios ranging from wet city streets in November, sun-kissed racetracks, technical trail rides high in the mountains and more.

And when it’s time for the riding fun to end, they’ll need to be able to follow tight briefs, producing accurate, engaging content to strict deadlines to deliver the kind of in-depth, quality review that separates us from the tide of AI-slop and superficial click-bait…

Our road test team also contributes to the long-term testing of key models to deliver ongoing insight after first ride reviews, as well as testing motorcycle clothing and products essential to the two-wheel experience, contributing to the broader content remit, ensuring a diverse, ever-engaging workload.

Working times aren’t always fixed and predictable: long days behind handlebars or keyboard will be what it sometimes takes to deliver on the expectations of our audience, but the payoff is joining a passionate team of experts, riding the finest motorcycles in incredible locations across the globe, with money-can’t-buy experiences a regular occurrence. 

This is a senior role within our content creation team with expectations to match: the successful candidate will have proven experience in journalism or creative writing first and foremost, closely followed by demonstrable machine control, both of which will be subject to assessment in the interview. A full UK motorcycle licence is a must, and while the role is hybrid, a significant amount of testing begins at our Peterborough office, so you will need to be able to travel here when required. International travel is part of the role too, so a passport and full travel clearance will be needed. 

What’s in it for you:

• You’ll have 28 days holiday, bank holidays & 2 volunteer days to use.
• Your development matters, so access to our internal training provider – Bauer Academy, is a huge win.
• We have enhanced Maternity/Adoption, Paternity and Shared Parental Leave Pay.
• We offer flexible working
• And much more! Find the full details of our benefits here

At Bauer Media Group, we’re committed to enriching everyday life by creating a place to do great work. Through operational excellence, digital innovation, and a strong customer focus, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and be their true, authentic selves. If there is anything we can do to support your application, please let us know.

Closing date: two weeks from publication, please

If this sounds like a role you’re interested in, then please apply. 

If there’s anything we can do in the recruitment process to help you achieve your best, get in touch. Whether it’s a copy of our application form in another format or additional assistance, we’re available through telephone, email, or face to face. You can contact careershub@bauermedia.co.uk