The Head of Editorial is a key leadership role within the Publishing Division and wider business.
Reporting to the Chief Publishing Officer, you will lead a team of journalists and content creators to hit audience and strategic targets across the web and distribution partner publishing platforms.
You will work closely with all editorial and production teams on content strategy, execution, analysis, reporting, budget planning and recruitment.
You will need to engage closely with the marketing, development and product divisions to ensure they provide the support you need to hit audience targets.
And you will also need to work closely with the commercial team to help them deliver on their revenue targets.
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities
* Assume full editorial responsibility for the O&O websites at www.planetrugby.com, www.planetf1.com, www.cricket365.com, www.golf365.com, www.planetf1.com, www.stuff365.com, www.tennis365.com, www.racing365.com and www.loverugbyleague.com
* Work with the CPO to set and deliver on audience targets for those sites across our O&O domains and partner publisher platforms including MSN and Apple News
* Agree audience KPIs and targets with the CPO and cascade those to site editors to ensure your teams are making their required contributions to your own targets
* Provide your reporting editors with clear strategic direction, set them their audience targets, their spending budgets and provide them with constant guidance to help them achieve their targets within their budgets
* With the assistance of the Administrative Assistant, produce monthly reports for the CPO, wider management team and key stakeholders showing performance on page views and other traffic and engagement metrics relevant to performance
* Work with the Senior Customer Marketing Executive to identify opportunities to promote the brands, devise compelling content that encourages registrations, subscriptions to free and paid email subscriptions and increased engagement with the brands
* Work closely with the development and product teams to ensure they deliver the sites, apps and products that will enable you to deliver on your targets
* Work with the commercial team on ideation for sponsorships, native content and provide proactive support to sales staff pitching for budgets
* Take a leadership role in expanding editorial coverage into new languages beyond English
* Work closely with the Social & Partnerships Lead to ensure you’re aligned on the brands’ editorial strategy and tone, to ensure the O&O sites support the social media platforms and vice versa, and to deliver on the requirements of commercial partners
* Stay abreast of developments in the publishing industry, filter them and adapt our own operations where necessary to stay ahead of audience and referrer behavioural trends
* Monitor performance of referral sources such Google Discover, Google Search, AI chatbots, NewsNow and email newsletters and tailor content strategy to maximise referrals
* Work with the CPO and your team to identify, prioritise and fulfil staffing requirements, both payrolled and freelance, within agreed budgets
* Represent the company via social media and industry events as a thoughtful leader within digital sports media
Person Specification
* Experienced in sports journalism
* Passion for sports content that conveys originality, thoughtful opinion, accurate grammar and a mastery of the craft of journalism
* Leadership that inspires journalists and content creators to be leaders in their niche
* Project management skills to harness and focus the efforts all departments within the business towards delivering on your targets
* Endless focus on the KPIs that lead to audience and, therefore, revenue growth
* An authoritative confidence in yourself and your plans combined with self-appraisal and openness to regular review.
We believe that work should fit into your life, not the other way around. That’s why we offer a dynamic and supportive work environment designed to help you thrive professionally and personally.
Flexible Work Schedule
We understand that everyone has unique needs when it comes to work arrangements. Whether you prefer a hybrid setup, remote work, or an office-based role, we provide a variety of flexible options to suit your lifestyle. Our commitment to work-life balance means you get the support you need to perform at your best, while also making time for what matters most.
Comprehensive Health Benefits
Your wellbeing is our priority. We offer extensive health, dental, and vision coverage to ensure you and your family have access to top-tier medical professionals and services. Our plans include preventive care, wellness resources, and coverage tailored to your needs - so you can focus on living your healthiest life.
Professional Development
We invest in your growth. Through our comprehensive training programs, industry certifications, and access to top industry conferences, we provide the tools and resources you need to expand your skills and advance your career. Our commitment to continuous learning ensures you stay ahead in your field and reach new heights in your professional journey.
Health and Well-being
Your health — both physical and mental — matters to us. We offer weekly live Pilates classes on Zoom, making it easy to stay active no matter where you are. In addition, our dedicated mental health app provides personalised support, mindfulness tools, and stress management resources to help you maintain overall wellbeing.
If you’re looking for a workplace that values flexibility, career growth, and holistic wellbeing, we’d love to have you on board.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Planet Sport is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected. We encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law. We strive to ensure that our recruitment, selection, and employment processes are fair and transparent, and we welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
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