Head of News & Editorials

• Fully remote
• A leading affiliate & lead generation company
• Awesome company benefits

Our client is looking for a driven, strategic leader to head up news and editorial operations, with the goal of capturing search real estate in Google Top Stories, Discover, and organic news results.

As Head of News & Editorials, you'll shape and execute a content strategy focused on driving traffic and lead generation, while also managing and scaling a talented editorial team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a clear content strategy aimed at capturing high-quality traffic through Google News, Top Stories, Discover, and organic search - primarily within the iGaming and finance verticals;
• Build and mentor a high-performing editorial team that delivers timely, optimized, and engaging content;
• Ensure all editorial output is fully optimized for search visibility, particularly within news-oriented features and organic placements;
• Oversee the creation and management of a news calendar, prioritizing editorial topics that align with current trends in iGaming and finance;
• Work closely with SEO, marketing, and product teams to ensure content efforts support broader growth and business goals;
• Use data to track content performance, adjust strategy accordingly, and identify opportunities for traffic and conversion growth.

Requirements:

• Experience leading content or editorial teams in a high-output environment;
• Especially around news-specific SEO for Top Stories, Discover, and Google News;
• Ability to craft and execute plans that deliver measurable traffic and engagement;
• Knowledge of how content supports lead generation and conversion strategies in performance marketing;
• Skilled in using analytics to inform decisions and optimize output;
• Previous experience in the iGaming sector is a strong advantage.

Company Benefits:

• Take ownership of a growing content function in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment;
• Work remotely or from a vibrant office in Malta;
• Be part of a team that values autonomy, creativity, and results—and rewards those who deliver;
• Salary and performance-based incentives are offered for the right candidate.

If you're an editorial leader with a passion for SEO, content strategy, and scaling teams; and you're ready to make an impact in a competitive digital space - we’d love to hear from you.