This role will spearhead a series of monthly, industry-focused roundtable designed to strengthen ITP.NET's authority across key sectors, deepen relationships with senior decision-makers, and drive integrated content and revenue opportunities.
Working closely with the Group Editor, commercial director and events team, the Editor-at-Large will identify priority industries, curate high-level guest lists, moderate discussions where appropriate, and transform event insights into agenda-setting editorial packages (including special reports, power lists and multi-platform features).
This is a strategic, relationship-led role suited to an experienced industry professional with a strong network and a clear understanding of how editorial initiatives support commercial growth.
Requirements
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the development and execution of monthly industry-focused roundtable aligned with ITP.NET's strategic vertical priorities.
- Identify and cultivate relationships with senior executives and decision-makers across target sectors.
- Curate and secure high-quality participants to ensure meaningful, insight-driven discussions.
- Work closely with the events team to ensure seamless execution of roundtable and associated initiatives.
- Collaborate with the editorial team to convert roundtable insights into special reports, power lists, digital features and print packages.
- Partner with the commercial team to align industry themes with revenue opportunities, ensuring strong sponsor integration without compromising editorial integrity.
- Help shape new vertical content strategies that strengthen ITP.NET's positioning within priority sectors.
- Act as an ambassador for ITP.NET across the market, reinforcing its credibility and authority.
- Monitor industry trends and identify emerging sectors that present long-term growth opportunities.
- Ensure all output adheres to ITP's editorial standards and regional regulatory guidelines.
KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- 812+ years experience in media, publishing, events or industry-focused communications.
- Strong existing network of senior-level industry contacts across the GCC and wider region.
- Commercially aware, with experience working alongside sales teams on revenue-generating initiatives.
- Proven ability to manage strategic projects from concept through to delivery.
- Strong interviewing and moderating skills.
- Highly organized and comfortable managing multiple work streams simultaneously.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to spot long-term growth opportunities.
- Fluent in English.
