Managing Editor – Lead the Voice of a Top Retail Industry Publication Hybrid working (2 days in office- West Sussex & London)

We’re hiring an exceptional Managing Editor to take the reins of a powerhouse industry title; steering both its editorial vision and day-to-day operations across digital and print. This is a rare opportunity to shape content that informs and influences key decision-makers, while driving forward the publication’s evolution into a fully modern, digital-first brand.

What You’ll Be Driving:

Strategic Editorial Direction: Help define the future of the brand, ensuring every feature, report, and editorial moment reflects the publication’s authority and speaks directly to the needs of its professional audience across multiple channels.

Digital-First Transformation: Lead the shift to a digital-first mindset. You’ll optimise storytelling for digital impact, integrate the latest tools and platforms, and help unlock new growth and revenue opportunities through smart content strategy.

Content Leadership: Oversee the entire content pipeline; planning, assigning, editing, and publishing. You'll take direct ownership of flagship features including Focus Ons, s...