Chief English Editorial and Content Strategy Lead

Confidential; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

An established media organization is seeking a leader for their English editorial team. The role involves managing a team to develop strategic news content and ensuring high editorial standards. Candidates should have at least 15 years of experience in editorial roles, with excellent editing and storytelling abilities. A degree in Journalism or Communications is required, and experience in government or media is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in English editorial roles.
• Leadership experience in newsroom or content teams.
• Proven track record in writing and editing strategic news.

Responsibilities

• Manage English editors and writers for high-quality content.
• Oversee editorial planning for strategic communications.
• Ensure editorial consistency and accuracy across outputs.

Skills

Team leadership

Editorial judgment

Storytelling

Editing

Writing

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or English

Job description

An established media organization is seeking a leader for their English editorial team. The role involves managing a team to develop strategic news content and ensuring high editorial standards. Candidates should have at least 15 years of experience in editorial roles, with excellent editing and storytelling abilities. A degree in Journalism or Communications is required, and experience in government or media is preferred.