Editor – International Boat Industry (IBI)

Location: 240 Blackfriars Road, London, UK. Hybrid arrangement with in-person work in an office or at events three days a week or more; remote work is available when not working together in person.

Company

hirify.global creates global industry platforms through events, online marketplaces, data, and digital content. International Boat Industry (IBI) is a B2B media brand serving the global leisure marine industry across print, digital, and live platforms.

What you will do

• Define and execute IBI’s editorial strategy across print, digital, video, events, conferences, and awards.
• Oversee planning, commissioning, editing, and production of editorial content while maintaining high journalistic standards.
• Lead and mentor the in-house editorial team, including the Digital Editor and Deputy Editor.
• Manage international contributors, freelancers, and subject-matter experts.
• Represent IBI at boat shows and industry events, host events, moderate panels, and speak on stage.
• Build relationships with senior marine-industry executives and develop new content formats and audience engagement strategies.

Requirements

• At least five years of first-hand media experience in the leisure marine sector.
• Editorial leadership experience in B2B or specialist media.
• Strong understanding of multi-platform content strategies across print, digital, video, and events.
• Exceptional editing, writing, and commissioning skills, with experience managing journalists and international contributors.
• Confident public speaking, event-hosting, and panel-moderation skills.
• Willingness to travel internationally throughout the year and build relationships with senior industry stakeholders.

Culture & Benefits

• In-person and online community events, diversity and inclusion networks, and a charity day.
• Up to four paid volunteering days per year with charity match funding.
• Training, mentoring platforms, LinkedIn Learning access, and support for internal career moves.
• 25 days of annual leave, increasing to 27 days after two years, plus a birthday leave day.
• Flexible benefits, company-funded private medical cover, wellbeing support, and a ShareMatch scheme.
• Opportunity to collaborate with international teams and work remotely for up to four weeks per year while travelling.