Summary of the Lead Editor job at Informa Group Plc.

Company Description

At Informa Tech, we believe that technology innovation is key to driving positive change in our society. We believe that digital inclusion underpins progress. And we believe that diversity in tech is central to a thriving industry.  Our aim is to inspire the global technology community to build a better world by informing, educating and connecting them through world-class research, training, events, and media. 

We sit at the heart of the tech community with specialisms in emerging tech/AI, enterprise IT, cyber security, service providers/NextG, critical communications, media & entertainment and marketing technology.  Leveraging over 100 trusted brands, we offer an unrivalled global networking community and platform for technologists and innovators to be inspired and reach their full potential.  

Job Description

Informa TechTarget is looking for a lead editor to manage and head up its cybersecurity media publication Cybersecurity Dive and the journalists who work on the site. The lead editor is responsible for maintaining editorial excellence, ensuring content quality and accuracy and growing the brand's role as a trusted news resource for C-level executives.

The ideal manager will be a skilled people leader and a strong journalist with expertise and presence in the cybersecurity market. 

The position reports to the VP.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead Cybersecurity Dive's content strategy
• Grow its target audience of CISOs and C-level executives with the goal of ensuring and expanding audience loyalty and engagement
• Manage and deploy the publication's resources and budgets
• Manage a team of reporters and mentoring, training and coaching them for growth
• Direct resources for optimal execution of editorial products (including daily newsletters, digital reports, virtual events)
• Serve as a role model for the team, and hold journalism accountable to the brand's high standards
• Build and maintain relationships with CISOs and C-level executives to inform coverage and content strategy
• Monitor audience engagement metrics and adjust content strategy accordingly
• Represent the brand at industry events, conferences, and speaking engagements
• Foster a collaborative, innovative and inclusive team culture
• Assess the publication's market position and recommend growth strategies
• Collaborate with audience team to ensure content aligns with business goals

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of cybersecurity journalism experience and a minimum of 1 year of experience as a manager
• Cybersecurity technology and subject matter expertise with exceptional business reporting, writing and editing skills
• Strong leadership and communications skills
• A proven ability to think strategically, plan holistically, shape editorial coverage and mobilize resources 

Additional Information

Why work at Informa?

Employee experience is very important to us at Informa. On top of joining a supportive, diverse and ambitious team that welcomes all types of candidates. We are also flexible with different working patterns and prioritize promotions internally. Our benefits include: 

• Learning and development plan to assist with your career development   
• 25 days annual leave, 4 days for volunteering and a day off for your birthday!  
• Competitive Benefits
• Work with high quality specialist products
• Bright and friendly staff who are all “expert’s experts” and additional training and development for helping you achieve your career aspiration   
• Share-Match options - become a shareholder   
• Regular social events and networking opportunities 

We know that sometimes the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist, and that people can be put off applying for a job if they don't fit all the requirements. If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could be just what we need! We believe strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed.  As such, Informa is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics under federal, state or local law. 

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