Head of Media Location: UK or Europe (CET-friendly time zone) Department: Media Reports to: Managing Director Who We Are At NEXT.io we are a global media and conference powerhouse in the iGaming sector. With a vision to become the most influential brand in iGaming, we deliver trusted news, insightful content, market-leading events, and unparalleled networking opportunities. About the Role We are seeking a Head of Media to lead and scale the entire Media function at NEXT.io. You will own the strategic direction, content output, and operational excellence across all of our media products, including news, research, podcasts, Spotlights, newsletters, the magazine, community, and our digital platforms. This senior leadership role requires proven editorial judgement, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to transform Media into a growth engine that reinforces NEXT.io’s position as the most influential brand in iGaming. Key Responsibilities Strategy and leadership Define and execute a 12– 24 month Media strategy aligned with NEXT.io’s commercial and events objectives Lead editorial and content planning across all Media products Build and manage effective operating rhythms, workflows, and QA processes Content and quality Uphold NEXT.io’s integrity-first editorial standards, ensuring accuracy, fairness, and clarity across all outputs Oversee and maintain the editorial calendar, ensuring consistent cadence across formats (news, research, podcasts, Spotlights, newsletters, magazine, community, website) Growth and distribution Drive audience growth and brand authority through SEO, newsletters, social channels, YouTube, and digital PR/backlink initiatives Support Commercial team with sponsor deliverables across Media products, ensuring timely and consistent delivery Team development Hire, coach, and manage the Media team (news, research, video/audio, community, newsletters, magazine, website) Build playbooks, documentation, and succession plans to ensure scalability and resilience Collaboration Partner with Commercial, Marketing, Events, and Partnerships teams to align plans and ensure seamless delivery Oversee media partnerships, co-marketing opportunities, and live content activations at NEXT.io events Requirements 5 – 8 years of editorial or media leadership experience Proven track record leading multi-disciplinary teams across news, video/audio, newsletters, and digital platforms Strong editorial judgement and integrity: ability to enforce standards, manage corrections, and uphold brand safety Experience with SEO, digital PR, and audience growth strategies Operational excellence: workflow design, documentation, performance management Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to brief executives and stakeholders clearly Comfortable working across international time zones in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment Nice to Have Experience with community platforms and live event media integration Strong network in the iGaming industry Background in digital PR/backlink acquisition at scale Knowledge of data-driven content strategy and personalisation Experience managing budgets, vendor contracts, and martech /analytics stacks On-camera presence or experience with podcasts/video content What’s in it for you? Lead the entire Media function for one of the most ambitious brands in the iGaming industry Shape and scale a portfolio of content products with global reach and influence Collaborate closely with senior leadership, Marketing, Commercial, and Events teams Opportunity to build and mentor a high-performing media team across multiple formats Private health insurance after probation Employee Assistance Programme: support for mental health, finances, legal advice and more (also available for your family) Retail discounts platform Flexible working hours and remote-friendly setup, with access to our Malta HQ office, snacks, coffee, and team socials Why Join Us? At NEXT.io, you’ll never be just another name on the team list. You’ll be joining a fast-growing, ambitious team where your work has real visibility and impact. We value curiosity, initiative, and collaboration and we’ll give you the space to learn, grow, and shape your career while contributing to the future of the iGaming industry. Apply now and let’s grow together at NEXT.io!