Company Overview
A leading UAE-based economy news channel.
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Head of English Content to lead the English editorial team and oversee high-quality, accurate digital publishing. The role will be responsible for planning English economy news coverage, managing editorial workflows, overseeing editing and translation, and coordinating with Arabic, multimedia, social media, and video teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the English editorial team, including editors, reporters, translators and content creators.
- Plan daily English news coverage and assign editorial tasks based on audience interests and newsroom priorities.
- Conceptualize and oversee special reports and investigations for English-speaking audiences.
- Edit and proofread news items, articles and reports before publication.
- Ensure editorial content follows approved stylebooks, legal requirements and ethical standards.
- Review Arabic-to-English translations for accuracy, context and terminology.
- Select SEO-friendly headlines and appropriate imagery for digital content.
- Coordinate with the Head of Arabic Content on story localization, content exchange and cross-adaptation.
- Work closely with Social Media, Multimedia and Video teams to develop English visual content.
- Provide feedback and support the development of editors and content contributors.
- Recommend and coordinate English-speaking freelancers with the Managing Editor.
Mandatory Requirements
- Strong senior-level editorial/newsroom experience within digital media, publishing or news organisations.
- Proven experience leading English editorial teams and managing newsroom workflows.
- Strong English writing, editing and proofreading skills.
- Experience with digital journalism, breaking news and editorial planning.
- Strong understanding of SEO, digital publishing and audience engagement.
- Experience adapting or translating content between Arabic and English is preferred.
- Strong understanding of editorial ethics, legal considerations and content quality standards.
- Experience working with multimedia, social media and video teams.
Preferred Industry Background
- Media and communications
- Publishing and digital media
- Strategic partnerships and sponsorships
- Corporate communications / public relations
- Business development with institutional or C-Suite stakeholders
Qualifications & Requirements
Education
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Mass Communication, English, Media Studies or a related discipline.
Experience
- Demonstrated experience in strategic partnerships, sponsorships, PR networks and senior stakeholder engagement.
- Experience working for media corporates.
Technical Skills
- Digital publishing
- SEO
- CMS/newsroom tools and
- content management platforms
Core Competencies
- Editorial leadership,
- communication,
- people management,
- attention to detail,
- decision-making,
- fact-checking,
- time management and
Additional Information
- Availability: [with 1 month Notice period preferred]
- Languages: [Arabic,English]
- Work Arrangement: [On-site]
Interested?
If this opportunity matches your skills and experience, we’d love to hear from you.