Director, Publishing Editorial

Thomson Reuters Corp.; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Model

Flex My Way

Career Development

Industry competitive benefits

Job summary

Thomson Reuters Corp. in Singapore is seeking a Director, Publishing Editorial to lead a group of B2B publications, driving revenue, audience growth, editorial direction and people management to ensure profitability and long-term sustainability.

You will develop 3–5 year strategic plans, partner with sales on subscriptions, advertising and licensing, oversee editorial and digital strategies, and lead a talented team across print, web and apps in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of media/publishing experience with senior commercial leadership responsibilities.
• Proven track record of revenue growth and P&L management.
• Deep understanding of magazine publishing economics and digital/web platforms.
• Experience with audience development, circulation, and subscription strategies.
• Strong leadership, people management and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead editorial strategy and business operations for a group of B2B publications.
• Drive revenue growth across subscriptions, advertising, licensing, and digital initiatives.
• Develop and execute 3–5 year strategic plans aligned with company objectives.
• Oversee editorial quality, brand positioning and reader loyalty across properties.
• Manage and develop a high-performing editorial and commercial team in a hybrid environment.

Skills

Media/publishing leadership

Revenue growth & P&L management

Editorial operations knowledge

Strategic thinking

Audience development

Communication & leadership

Job description

## Director, Publishing EditorialApply: Hybrid: Singapore, Singapore: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 30, 2026 (30+ days left to apply): JREQ204392**Job Description** The Director, Publishing Editorial is responsible for the commercial success, audience growth, editorial direction and people management of the group of publications. This is a senior leadership role with a group of B2B publications, owning the day to day business operations and growth KPIs to ensure the group profitability, market position, and long-term sustainability. **Key Responsibilities**In this opportunity as a Director, Publishing Editorial, you will be responsible for * **Business & Revenue Management** + Achieves or exceeds the financial targets and performance metrics* + Works closely with the sales team on all revenue streams including subscriptions, advertising, licensing, and digital initiatives + Develop a clear growth strategy for the print, web and digital properties across APAC* **Advertising & Sales** + Develop pricing strategies and advertising packages with head of department* **Editorial & Content Strategy** + Manage the Editorial team to align editorial vision with business objectives + Ensure editorial quality supports brand positioning and reader loyalty* **Digital & Audience Development** + Oversee digital strategy, including website, mobile apps, social media, and e-commerce + Responsible for the maintenance and upgrade of websites, social media, and all media products* **Staff Leadership & Management** + Manage and develop the group of employees* **Marketing & Brand Building** + Oversee brand marketing and promotional campaigns* **Strategic Planning** + Develop 3-5 year strategic plans aligned with company objectives **Required Qualifications**You are an ideal fit for the Director, Publishing Editorial role if your experience includes * 15+ years of media/publishing experience, with 5+ years in a publisher or senior commercial role, 5+ years in a people management role* Proven track record of revenue growth and P&L management* Deep understanding of magazine publishing economics (print, digital, hybrid models) and website technologies and design.* Experience with audience development, circulation, and subscription strategies* Strong leadership and team management skills* Understanding of editorial operations and journalism principles* Knowledge of advertising sales and media planning* Financial acumen with ability to read, interpret, and manage budgets* Strategic thinking and business development capabilities **Preferred Qualifications** * Experience at a multi-platform media company (print, digital, video, podcasts)* Background in audience analytics and data interpretation* Experience with subscription and membership models* Knowledge of media technology and publishing platforms* Experience launching or revitalizing publications* International media or regional media expansion experience #LI-TL1**What’s in it For You?*** **Hybrid Work Model:** We’ve adopted a flexible hybrid working environment (2-3 days a week in the office depending on the role) for our office-based roles while delivering a seamless experience that is digitally and physically connected.* **Flexibility & Work-Life Balance:** Flex My Way is a set of supportive workplace policies designed to help manage personal and professional responsibilities, whether caring for family, giving back to the community, or finding time to refresh and reset. This builds upon our flexible work arrangements, including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year, empowering employees to achieve a better work-life balance.* **Career Development and Growth:** By fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development, we prepare our talent to tackle tomorrow’s challenges and deliver real-world solutions. Our Grow My Way programming and skills-first approach ensures you have the tools and knowledge to grow, lead, and thrive in an AI-enabled future.* **Industry Competitive Benefits:** We offer comprehensive benefit plans to include flexible vacation, two company-wide Mental Health Days off, access to the Headspace app, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, employee incentive programs, and resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.* **Culture:** Globally recognized, award-winning reputation for inclusion and belonging, flexibility, work-life balance, and more. We live by our values: Obsess over our Customers, Compete to Win, Challenge (Y)our Thinking, Act Fast / Learn Fast, and Stronger Together.* **Social Impact:** Make an impact in your community with our Social Impact Institute. We offer employees two paid volunteer days off annually and opportunities to get involved with pro-bono consulting projects and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives.* **Making a Real-World Impact:** We are one of the few companies globally that helps its customers pursue justice, truth, and transparency. Together, with the professionals and institutions we serve, we help uphold the rule of law, turn the wheels of commerce, catch bad actors, report the facts, and provide trusted, unbiased information to people all over the world.