Editorial Content Manager for an International Professional Services Firm, Beirut

Act as a thought leader by working closely with client teams to develop thought leadership that is novel and consistent and that strengthens the brand and positioning in the market. Lead editorial development and oversee production, in collaboration with external editors, RQ, copy editors, Visual Communication Services, of all pieces for publication generated under the brand. Manage relations with external contractors, manage their workflow, and develop their skills and specializations.

Responsibilities

·       Develop and manage the editorial calendar for thought leadership, aligned with corporate priorities and market opportunities

·       Manage/oversee editorial development and production of all branded thought leadership pieces, across all written formats.

·       Lead client teams to develop ideas, structure, and recommend publication formats

·       Train client teams to develop their thought leadership and writing skills.

·       Develop proficient understanding on select industry verticals to optimize editorial contributions.

·       Hold the pen on select thought leadership editorial assignments. Top edit the work of others in the process of editorial development.

·       Ensuring alignment and coherency of thought leadership pieces, ascertaining the arguments, case studies, and recommendations are all well-structured and relevant.

·       Manage multiple editorial projects simultaneously while maintaining full communications with Marketing Communications colleagues.

·       Champion consistency, quality and novelty of editorial product within and across all practices.

·       Lead all thought leadership pieces through content management system and work closely with workflow coordinator to optimize workflow

·       Manage contract writers/editors, assistant editor, to control the workflow and to develop their skills and specializations.

·       Develop the roster of editors by area of specialty, and monitor quality and client feedback

·       Uphold all RQI requirements enforced by the network across regional thought leadership. Conduct self-reviews and liaise directly with the global RQI team ahead of publishing content.

·       Oversee copyediting, design, and proofreading, in collaboration with Visual Communication Services and contract copy editor, of all brand content.

·       Produce, modify and uphold production guidelines across all editorial resources

Qualifications

·       8 to 10 years of writing and editing experience, with background in journalism and/or professional services

·       Strong background in selected industry verticals, such as telecom, public sector, energy, media, retail/consumer goods, financial services

·       Strong editorial and writing skills with an ability to communicate complex material in a compelling manner

·       Sound editorial judgement, ability to learn subject matter rapidly to support a range of practices

·       Strong communication and managerial skills, particularly with remote working and contracting

·       Knowledge of regional dynamics

To apply please send your CV to hello@recruitme-uae.com or see our other vacancies on www.recruitme-uae.com.