Intelligence Editor

The UK’s largest sustainable business media brand is seeking a technically skilled and ambitious Intelligence Editor to join our mission of accelerating corporate climate action through industry-leading digital content and live events.

edie is a fast-moving media brand which is passionate about sparking ideas and actions among our core audience of sustainability, ESG, energy and net-zero professionals. We are committed to making a positive difference to the world through our content and events, and we walk the walk when it comes to championing sustainability, diversity, equity and inclusion – a collective vision which has seen Faversham House being named Small Digital Publisher of the Year for two years running.

In October 2023, edie is launching a new Corporate Membership which will involve the development and delivery of a plethora of insightful and in-depth content and exclusive content-led events for a growing community of paying annual subscribers. The Intelligence Editor will lead the development of this content and will therefore play a critical role in the success of this new proposition.

Reporting directly into the Publisher, edie’s Intelligence Editor will be passionate about creating industry-leading, purpose-driven content which drives audience growth and engagement. They will have an excellent eye for detail and a natural affinity for producing in-depth surveys, reports and analyses across a diverse range of topics for a business audience.

They will be equally passionate about connecting with people face-to-face – utilising strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively chair high-level panel discussions and expand edie’s Membership network.

Full time: 35 hours Monday to Friday, Hybrid working
Office: East Grinstead – walking distance to the station, onsite parking
Benefits: Holiday, Health and Wellbeing scheme, EAP, Flexible Working Policy, Company events, Cyce2work schemes. Electric Car Scheme, Company pension, and Private Medical Insurance (After the qualifying period)

About you...

Our ideal candidate will have a thorough understanding of journalism and experience working on a busy editorial desk. They will understand what makes content engaging for a particular audience and have experience in building a loyal, returning audience through compelling digital content and live events.

Ideally, they will be:

Proactive, organised and able to work independently as well as part of a team
Confident attending events and acting as a brand ambassador
A great communicator and effective networker
An excellent writer, interviewer and researcher

What we require (knowledge, competencies, qualifications, and skills of applicant)

Previous editing experience is essential; NCTJ qualification is desirable
Excellent writing skills and a meticulous attention to detail, with a proven ability to grow audience engagement through compelling content
Excellent communication and chairing skills and a desire to take up an ambassadorial role for the brand at industry events

About Faversham House

Faversham House is a multi-award winning, progressive, and independent media company with 50+ staff based in East Grinstead, West Sussex. Our modern head office is located less than an hour from London, reflecting a buzzing, growing and dynamic business against the backdrop of inspiring surroundings. The offices have undergone a major refurbishment to reflect a modern working environment focussed on collaboration and able to cope with hybrid working. What’s more, we have one of the most collaborative working environments within the industry.