We’re Looking for an Editorial Director to Lead Our Content Vision!
Are you a forward-thinking leader ready to redefine medical publishing? At EMJ, we’re searching for an exceptional
Editorial Director
to spearhead the growth and innovation of our content portfolio. This isn’t just a leadership role—it’s your chance to drive a bold editorial vision that will shape the future of healthcare education globally. As the driving force behind our fast-growing editorial team, you’ll oversee the development of high-quality, peer-reviewed journals, ground-breaking digital content, and impactful client projects. You’ll combine your strategic mindset with a deep understanding of the digital publishing landscape, using your expertise to push the boundaries of what’s possible. In this role, you’ll thrive on crafting content strategies that engage audiences, leveraging SEO best practices, and building meaningful relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and global healthcare clients. From creating innovative content formats like interactive articles to mentoring and inspiring a team of talented editors and writers, you’ll lead the way in delivering world-class medical education. If you’re a natural leader with a passion for excellence, creativity, and collaboration, this role will put you at the heart of a company making a real impact in healthcare. What You’ll Be Doing: Craft and implement a bold, forward-thinking editorial vision and strategy for EMJ/AMJ. Build and grow strong Editorial Boards, ensuring published content meets world-class standards. Drive engagement through innovative formats like interactive articles and digital campaigns. Champion trending topics, SEO best practices, and audience growth strategies. Develop relationships with KOLs, host webinars and discussions, and collaborate with key clients. Lead and inspire a talented editorial team, fostering professional growth and collaboration. Explore new therapeutic areas and medical fields to expand EMJ’s impact. Oversee editorial KPIs and processes to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and consistent delivery. What We’re Looking For: 10+ years of editorial leadership experience, preferably in medical publishing or related industries. Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of editors, writers, and creatives. Deep knowledge of medical content, with a passion for healthcare and industry innovations. Strong creative and technical writing skills across a variety of formats and audiences. A strategic thinker with a knack for content marketing and digital publishing trends. Excellent communication skills, comfortable hosting events and engaging with clients. A growth mindset, with the drive to innovate and push boundaries in content creation. Why You’ll Love It Here: Be at the forefront of digital publishing and medical education. Lead a collaborative, values-driven team that celebrates creativity and excellence. Work in our buzzing
Moorgate office
and enjoy perks like team events and professional development opportunities. Key Information
Salary:
Negotiable Hours:
8.30am – 5pm, Mon-Fri Working pattern:
Up to 2 days flexibility to work from home (FT in office during probation) Reporting to:
Chief Content Officer Location:
Our buzzing
London/Moorgate office We operate a hybrid working environment. We’d expect to see you in the office
at least
3 days a week. During your probation, though, you’ll be in with us all five days—it’s the best way to get you up to speed and support your development. So, if you’re after something fully remote, this probably won’t be the right fit - we encourage people in office, where we are achieving their personal and professional goals. About EMJ EMJ's purpose is to elevate the quality of healthcare globally, by supporting all healthcare professionals with free and easy access to medical journals and lifelong learning opportunities. We do this to create Gold Medal Winners, enabling healthcare professionals to become the best versions of themselves. Similarly, we equip our employees with all the skills, tools and knowledge they need to be in the top 10% of what they do and create Gold Medal Winners in the company. At EMJ, we believe in… Taking care of your own: We all need to be
proactive
and responsible for our own actions. This will lead to an
inspiring
place to work that we are all
proud
of. Going the extra mile: Always give your best performance, this will create a team that is
different
to anything else, full of
hard working, gold medal winners. Entire buy in: Everyone has
loyalty
to our vision, values, culture, and the long-term goals of EMJ. We are committed to doing so in a
positive
and
passionate
way. Find out more
about us
and
careers
at EMJ. Application process: Your CV will be reviewed by the Recruitment team. If successful, we will be in touch to arrange a 20-30 min video call. Following this, there will be a 2-stage interview process, one focused on competencies and one on the EMJ values.
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Editorial Director
to spearhead the growth and innovation of our content portfolio. This isn’t just a leadership role—it’s your chance to drive a bold editorial vision that will shape the future of healthcare education globally. As the driving force behind our fast-growing editorial team, you’ll oversee the development of high-quality, peer-reviewed journals, ground-breaking digital content, and impactful client projects. You’ll combine your strategic mindset with a deep understanding of the digital publishing landscape, using your expertise to push the boundaries of what’s possible. In this role, you’ll thrive on crafting content strategies that engage audiences, leveraging SEO best practices, and building meaningful relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and global healthcare clients. From creating innovative content formats like interactive articles to mentoring and inspiring a team of talented editors and writers, you’ll lead the way in delivering world-class medical education. If you’re a natural leader with a passion for excellence, creativity, and collaboration, this role will put you at the heart of a company making a real impact in healthcare. What You’ll Be Doing: Craft and implement a bold, forward-thinking editorial vision and strategy for EMJ/AMJ. Build and grow strong Editorial Boards, ensuring published content meets world-class standards. Drive engagement through innovative formats like interactive articles and digital campaigns. Champion trending topics, SEO best practices, and audience growth strategies. Develop relationships with KOLs, host webinars and discussions, and collaborate with key clients. Lead and inspire a talented editorial team, fostering professional growth and collaboration. Explore new therapeutic areas and medical fields to expand EMJ’s impact. Oversee editorial KPIs and processes to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and consistent delivery. What We’re Looking For: 10+ years of editorial leadership experience, preferably in medical publishing or related industries. Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of editors, writers, and creatives. Deep knowledge of medical content, with a passion for healthcare and industry innovations. Strong creative and technical writing skills across a variety of formats and audiences. A strategic thinker with a knack for content marketing and digital publishing trends. Excellent communication skills, comfortable hosting events and engaging with clients. A growth mindset, with the drive to innovate and push boundaries in content creation. Why You’ll Love It Here: Be at the forefront of digital publishing and medical education. Lead a collaborative, values-driven team that celebrates creativity and excellence. Work in our buzzing
Moorgate office
and enjoy perks like team events and professional development opportunities. Key Information
Salary:
Negotiable Hours:
8.30am – 5pm, Mon-Fri Working pattern:
Up to 2 days flexibility to work from home (FT in office during probation) Reporting to:
Chief Content Officer Location:
Our buzzing
London/Moorgate office We operate a hybrid working environment. We’d expect to see you in the office
at least
3 days a week. During your probation, though, you’ll be in with us all five days—it’s the best way to get you up to speed and support your development. So, if you’re after something fully remote, this probably won’t be the right fit - we encourage people in office, where we are achieving their personal and professional goals. About EMJ EMJ's purpose is to elevate the quality of healthcare globally, by supporting all healthcare professionals with free and easy access to medical journals and lifelong learning opportunities. We do this to create Gold Medal Winners, enabling healthcare professionals to become the best versions of themselves. Similarly, we equip our employees with all the skills, tools and knowledge they need to be in the top 10% of what they do and create Gold Medal Winners in the company. At EMJ, we believe in… Taking care of your own: We all need to be
proactive
and responsible for our own actions. This will lead to an
inspiring
place to work that we are all
proud
of. Going the extra mile: Always give your best performance, this will create a team that is
different
to anything else, full of
hard working, gold medal winners. Entire buy in: Everyone has
loyalty
to our vision, values, culture, and the long-term goals of EMJ. We are committed to doing so in a
positive
and
passionate
way. Find out more
about us
and
careers
at EMJ. Application process: Your CV will be reviewed by the Recruitment team. If successful, we will be in touch to arrange a 20-30 min video call. Following this, there will be a 2-stage interview process, one focused on competencies and one on the EMJ values.
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