Industry Editor, ITP.NET (Industry Roundtables & Special Projects)

This role will spearhead a series of monthly, industry\-focused roundtable designed to strengthen ITP.NET’s authority across key sectors, deepen relationships with senior decision\-makers, and drive integrated content and revenue opportunities.

Working closely with the Group Editor, commercial director and events team, the Editor\-at\-Large will identify priority industries, curate high\-level guest lists, moderate discussions where appropriate, and transform event insights into agenda\-setting editorial packages (including special reports, power lists and multi\-platform features).

This is a strategic, relationship\-led role suited to an experienced industry professional with a strong network and a clear understanding of how editorial initiatives support commercial growth.

Requirements

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the development and execution of monthly industry\-focused roundtable aligned with ITP.NET’s strategic vertical priorities.
  


• Identify and cultivate relationships with senior executives and decision\-makers across target sectors.
  


• Curate and secure high\-quality participants to ensure meaningful, insight\-driven discussions.
  


• Work closely with the events team to ensure seamless execution of roundtable and associated initiatives.
  


• Collaborate with the editorial team to convert roundtable insights into special reports, power lists, digital features and print packages.
  


• Partner with the commercial team to align industry themes with revenue opportunities, ensuring strong sponsor integration without compromising editorial integrity.
  


• Help shape new vertical content strategies that strengthen ITP.NET’s positioning within priority sectors.
  


• Act as an ambassador for ITP.NET across the market, reinforcing its credibility and authority.
  


• Monitor industry trends and identify emerging sectors that present long\-term growth opportunities.
  


• Ensure all output adheres to ITP’s editorial standards and regional regulatory guidelines.
  

KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 8–12+ years’ experience in media, publishing, events or industry\-focused communications.
  


• Strong existing network of senior\-level industry contacts across the GCC and wider region.
  


• Commercially aware, with experience working alongside sales teams on revenue\-generating initiatives.
  


• Proven ability to manage strategic projects from concept through to delivery.
  


• Strong interviewing and moderating skills.
  


• Highly organized and comfortable managing multiple work streams simultaneously.
  


• Strategic thinker with the ability to spot long\-term growth opportunities.
  


• Fluent in English.