Arabic Editor, Arabian Business KSA

ITP Media Group reaches an audience of more than 104.6 million people across the Middle East and beyond through its leading websites, portals, social media platforms, events, conferences, award ceremonies, magazines, books and social media influencers agency.

Arabian Business is the Middle East’s leading business brand, focusing on both English and Arabic speaking communities. The multi-platform brand provides up-to-the-minute news along with in-depth analysis of the latest local, regional and international news and its influence on business in the Gulf.

We are seeking an experienced, accomplished and versatile Editor (Arabic content) to oversee the daily operations and ongoing development of our Arabic site from our office in Riyadh.

The successful candidate will have a track record of leading editorial teams and possess an innate news sense, first-rate editorial instincts and an innovative approach to content delivery.

The duties of an Editor will include :

• Setting the editorial agenda for the publication on all its platforms.
• Working with teams of reporters, editors, videographers and designers and motivating them to produce best-in-class work.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with the region’s key news makers.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with a portfolio of high-level contributors, including columnists, thought leaders and opinion‑formers.
• Writing thought‑provoking, relevant and prescient columns and editor’s letters.
• Continuing to expand the scope of the brand, both in terms of geographical reach and content types and delivery.
• Working closely with the publisher and the commercial teams to develop new and innovative revenue opportunities.
• Driving the delivery of the brand’s news‑making award ceremonies, conferences and networking events.

• 4+ years’ experience working in a similar role
• Experience in the Kingdom and familiarity with its media landscape is required.
• Solid understanding of local and regional business issues and a contacts book packed with c‑suite executives, officials and investors.
• Understanding how to build audiences across digital platforms, be able tell stories in a variety of formats, understand analytic tools and have the personality and drive to motivate a team to set the news agenda for the whole Middle East.