Head of Digital

Reporting to: Editor/CEO

Location: London | Full-time
Competitive salary + commission

Are you a digital leader with sharp editorial instincts and a passion for growth? We’re looking for a Head of Digital to drive our digital strategy, accelerate audience and subscriber growth, and help shape the future of our newsroom.

About the Role

As Head of Digital, you’ll bring together editorial, audience development and innovation under one strategic vision. Working closely with the Editor, CEO and commercial teams, you’ll lead the charge on expanding our digital reach, deepening engagement, and developing new revenue opportunities. This is a senior role with significant influence across the organisation.

You’ll lead a team comprising Social Media Editor and AV producer and partner closely with section editors and reporters to optimise commissioning, workflows and performance.

What You’ll Lead:

• Audience Growth
• Subscriber Growth.
• Social Media Strategy
• Revenue Development
• Product & Innovation
• Analytics & Reporting

Success in This Role Looks Like

• A growing, loyal digital audience
• Strong digital subscriber growth and improved retention
• A high-performing, data-driven newsroom culture
• Tangible revenue growth through innovation and collaboration

Requirements:

• 5+ years experience at a news publisher or journalism focused business
• Experience leading a team and independent decision making
• Proficiency in project management, social media and digital journalism
• Awareness of media business landscapes and digital reader revenue

If you are interested in applying and would like to find out more information, please email: recruitment@thejc.com.