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Editor – International Boat Industry (IBI)

gbPosted 8 Oct 2026

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IBI is seeking an experienced, forward-thinking Editor to lead its editorial strategy and content output across all platforms. This is a high-profile, ambassadorial role responsible for maintaining the brand’s market-leading position while driving editorial innovation. The Editor will oversee a small in-house editorial team – including a Digital Editor and Deputy Editor – and manage a broad network of international contributors.

The ideal candidate will be equally comfortable shaping long-term editorial vision, producing high-quality content, and representing the brand on the global stage. This role is based in our 240 Blackfriars Road office Key Responsibilities Editorial Leadership & Strategy Define and execute IBI’s editorial strategy across print, digital, and event platforms. Ensure the highest journalistic standards and uphold IBI’s reputation for authoritative, insightful content.

Oversee the planning, commissioning, editing, and production of all editorial outputs. Identify opportunities to evolve IBI’s digital presence, including new formats and audience engagement strategies. IBI Plus content strategy to ensure enhanced paid for editorial content offerings Team & Contributor Management Lead, mentor, and manage a small editorial team, including the Digital Editor and Deputy Editor. Coordinate and maintain a strong network of international contributors, freelancers, and subject-matter experts.

Support the team in delivering timely, accurate, and globally relevant content. Industry Engagement & Brand Ambassadorship Represent IBI at major boat shows and key industry events around the world. Build and nurture relationships with senior industry leaders, including CEOs, managing directors, and decision-makers. Serve as a visible spokesperson for the brand, maintaining IBI’s trusted status within the marine industry.

Speak confidently and professionally on stage at IBI events and partner events. Events and Conferences Working closely with key stakeholders to lead the editorial input and content delivery across IBI’s portfolio of conferences and awards. First hand media experience of leisure marine sector essential. Minimum 5 years’ experience required. Proven experience in an editorial leadership role, specifically within B2B or specialist media.

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Strong understanding of multi-platform content strategies (print, digital, video, events). Exceptional editing, writing, and commissioning skills. Confident public speaker, comfortable hosting events and moderating panels. Experience managing journalists and working with international contributors. Ability to build strong relationships with senior executives and industry stakeholders. Willingness to travel internationally throughout the year.

Personal Attributes Professional, credible, and confident in front of audiences. Ambitious and creative, with the ability to innovate and modernise content formats. Excellent communicator and team leader. Highly organised and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Strong sense of editorial integrity. We believe that great things happen when people connect face-to-face. That's why we work in-person with each other, or with customers and partners, three days a week or more.

When you’re not spending time together in one of our offices or other workplaces – like at an Informa event – you get the flexibility and support to work from home or remotely. We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here’s some of what you can expect when you join us. But don’t just take our word for it – see what our colleagues have to say LifeAt.Informa.com Our benefits include: Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning.

When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves Time out: 25 days annual leave, rising to 27 days after two years, plus a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year A flexible range of personal benefits to choose from, plus company funded private medical cover A ShareMatch scheme that allows you to become an Informa shareholder with free matching shares Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, a healthy living subsidy, access to health apps and more Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programmes As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world We’re not solely focused on a checklist of skills.

We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most – although not all – of the skills and experience listed, we welcome your application. If you would like to request reasonable adjustments or accommodations to assist your participation in the hiring process and, or in the advertised position, please inform the appropriate Talent Acquisition Partner for the role once they have been in touch.

Your request will be reviewed and considered in confidence. At Informa, you'll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments, we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses, including all of those protected by law.

Ask us or see our website for full information. See how Informa handles your personal data when you apply for a job here . BOAT International is the world’s leading superyacht multimedia, data/market intelligence and events organisation. We produce luxury superyacht magazines, curate and deliver the World Superyacht Awards (the Oscars for superyachts) and produce highly successful industry events such as the Superyacht Design Festival and various Owners’ Club events hosted around the world We’re part of Informa, a global business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets across more than 30 countries, and a member of the FTSE 100 who are #3 in Glassdoor's Best Places to Work 2025 UK list.

Our purpose is to connect our customers to information and people that help them know more, do more and be more. No other company in the world helps more people share professional knowledge or make business connections. We run around 800 events each year, create digital platforms based on engaging news and information content, and operate professional development programmes for individuals and businesses. Founded in 1968, International Boat Industry (IBI) is the most respected B2B media brand serving the global leisure marine industry.

With a longstanding reputation for authoritative journalism, deep market insight, and unparalleled international reach, IBI delivers news, analysis, and intelligence across print, digital, and live platforms.

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