B2B Editor

Recruiter
Aspire
Location
London
Salary
Competitive
Posted
28 Mar 2017
Closes
31 Mar 2017
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Fantastic Opportunity to work for a B2B publication as an Editor focusing on the Insurance sector. The Role Some of the Editors responsibilities will include: Managing the website, magazine and supplements and working closely with the Head of Paid Content to grow paid for subscribers.Establishing an editorial mission statement in the first year that succinctly defines the purpose and function of the publication and website, and to ensure that the editorial team understands its purpose and their role in meeting it.Producing the publication and associated products to the highest quality standards in every area within agreed time schedules and budgets.Working with the Associate Publisher and over time take extra responsibility for the research products.Line management responsibility for an experienced team of journalists including mentoring, performance management responsibilities and to advise on training recommendations for direct reports.Working with sales to generate commercial content ideas.Being able to determine a list of time-bound objectives for the brand in consultation with the Associate Publisher.Using the latest digital analytics tools to provide the editorial and commercial teams with valuable insight into customer. The Person The successful candidate will have a demonstrable and successful track record in: Changing content distribution strategies to exploit or survive changes in the trading environment and audience trends.Strong understanding of commercial and financial drivers, including cost-benefit analysis.Leadership of or in change.Managing, motivating, recruiting and developing a team of high-performing individuals.Driving the development of B2B content offerings, preferably in financial services or allied sectors, at a senior editorial level.Understanding audience information needs and translating those into new products. Additional Experience and Skills Brand ambassadorial experience, including public speaking and being the 'front of house' asset for major events.Excellent interpersonal skills, written, presentation and face-to-face.Personally highly-organised.Highly professional demeanour and sound judgement.Proficiency with MS Office, CMS, Google Analytics, key SM platforms.Strong track record of successful editorship in B2B (preferably financial services) including brand development and extensions.Proven project and complex process management skills.Demonstrably strong collaboration skills. To apply for this role please follow the instructions on this advert.