Editor – International Boat Industry (IBI)

Company Description

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.

Job Description

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.

Qualifications

- 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.
- 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.

Additional Information

Why join BOAT International?

This role offers the chance to contribute to an industry-leading publication with a global reputation for excellence. You’ll work with a talented team in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, shaping the narrative of one of the world’s most prestigious sectors.

If you’re ready to take your editorial career to new heights and create content that resonates with an elite and discerning audience, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and become a part of the BOAT International legacy.

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Summary of Benefits
Current benefits for US team: (NOTE: this may change for all US employees and be rolled into INFORMA policy in the future, depending on Informa Integration strategy with BOAT)
Vacation Entitlement

- 25 days paid vacation per year plus public holidays. 
- Vacation to be taken at mutually agreeable times and when it does not adversely affect the business. 
- Vacation does not accrue and cannot be exchanged for payment. 
-  Vacation for the current year pro-rated based on start date.
- The Company also offers up to an additional 3 days’ paid time off during the Christmas office closure period.  This applies to all staff employed during the closure period regardless of their start date or if notice has been given.  These days do not form part of the annual leave entitlement.
- Medical Insurance
-  Medical insurance coverage with monthly premiums paid by the company up to $966 per individual or higher with dependents and/or spouse.
- Eligibility to join a 401K Plan
- Company does sponsor a 401K plan to which individual welcome to participate.  Company does not offer 401k matching