GCC Real Estate Editor — Exclusive News & Analysis

ITP Media Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 280,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Arabian Business’s Realty is seeking an editor who can translate complex market movements into sharp, credible journalism for developers, brokers, investors and advisors in the Middle East.

You will own the editorial plan across print, digital and newsletters, commission and edit features, and lead a team to maintain high editorial standards while collaborating with commercial and events teams on sponsored content. Fluency in English is essential, Arabic a plus.

Qualifications

• At least five years of journalism or editorial experience, with at least two in property, construction, finance or business media.
• Strong knowledge of Gulf real estate markets, including UAE, KSA and wider GCC dynamics.
• Fluent English; Arabic is a strong advantage.
• Be at ease on camera and experienced in creating video content.
• Confident reading financial statements, market reports and planning documents.

Responsibilities

• Own the editorial plan for Realty across print, digital and newsletter formats.
• Commission and edit features, news, analysis and data-led stories on residential, commercial, hospitality and off-plan markets.
• Create short form and long form social video content.
• Build and maintain relationships with developers, brokers, consultants, regulators and industry bodies.
• Break news and secure exclusive interviews with senior figures in real estate.
• Lead and mentor writers and contributors, and set editorial standards for accuracy and sourcing.
• Work with the commercial and events teams on sponsored content, roundtables and awards, keeping editorial independence clear.
• Track market data and reports to identify trends and story angles before competitors do.

Skills

Journalism/Editorial experience

Real estate knowledge

Video content creation

Editing

Fluent English

Arabic language (advantage)

On-camera presence

Tools

Video editing tools

Job description

Arabian Business’s Realty is seeking an editor who can translate complex market movements into sharp, credible journalism for developers, brokers, investors and advisors in the Middle East.

You will own the editorial plan across print, digital and newsletters, commission and edit features, and lead a team to maintain high editorial standards while collaborating with commercial and events teams on sponsored content. Fluency in English is essential, Arabic a plus.