Managing Editor

Condé Nast is a global media company producing the highest quality content with a footprint of more than 1 billion consumers in 32 territories through print, digital, video and social platforms. The company’s portfolio includes many of the world’s most respected and influential media properties including Vogue, Vanity Fair, Glamour, Self, GQ, The New Yorker, Condé Nast Traveler/Traveller, Allure, AD, Bon Appétit and Wired, among others.

Job Description

Location:

London, GB

Condé Nast is a global media company, home to iconic brands including Vogue, GQ, Glamour, CN Traveller, Vanity Fair, Wired, The World of Interiors, House & Garden and Tatler, among many others. 

We are headquartered in New York and London and operate in 32 markets worldwide, with a footprint of more than 1 billion consumers across print, digital, video and social platforms.

Condé Nast thrives on collaboration, and our teams come together in the office four days a week (Monday - Thursday).

We value diversity of background, views and cultures. We celebrate people for their personal qualities, skills and contributions, recognising the power our brands have to influence and shape culture.

The Role

House & Garden is seeking a Managing Editor to join the team at an exciting stage of the brand’s development. This senior leadership role involves overseeing all editorial operations and setting strategic direction to ensure the title’s continued growth and excellence across all platforms.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall leadership for content quality, innovation, and operational efficiency. This role encompasses high-level strategic planning, team development, budget management, and cross-departmental collaboration. The Managing Editor will work closely with senior stakeholders, including the Editor to shape the brand’s editorial vision and ensure alignment with business objectives.

It is essential for the candidate to possess a proactive approach to problem-solving, anticipate challenges before they arise, and foster a motivated, high-performing team environment. A strong interest in interiors and gardens is preferred.

What will you be doing?

• Collaborate with the Editor to develop and refine the department’s goals and strategy, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives and audience engagement targets.

• Lead all recruitment efforts in collaboration with Heads of Department to ensure the staffing model aligns with current and future operational needs.

• Lead editorial department meetings to help shape, develop, and execute the brand’s editorial strategy, ensuring alignment with overall business goals and audience engagement objectives.

• Guide and approve editorial content across all platforms, maintaining high standards of quality, originality, and relevance.

• Oversee workflow, scheduling, and resource allocation for all editorial projects, including supplements and special issues.

• Develop and manage budgets for the editorial department, ensuring cost efficiency, and provide strategic insights for revenue-generating initiatives.

• Work closely with Production, Commercial, Legal, Syndication, Digital, Audience Development, and other internal teams to ensure seamless content delivery and brand consistency.

• Lead initiatives to enhance digital content, social media engagement, and audience analytics to meet traffic and engagement targets.

• Collaborate with legal teams to mitigate risks, oversee rights management, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

• Maintain strong relationships with external contributors, partners, and global teams to maximize content opportunities and brand reach.

• Serve as an escalation point for people-related matters, working closely with the People Team to resolve issues, listen and respond to feedback, and support staff wellbeing.

• Act as an escalation point for workflow issues, blockers, or operational inefficiencies that could impact meeting deadlines, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining smooth editorial output.

• Focus on continuous improvement by regularly reviewing and optimising editorial workflows to enhance efficiency and performance, ensuring deadlines are met.

• Proactively address potential operational or content-related issues, providing strategic solutions to mitigate impact.

• Act as a senior representative for House & Garden at industry events, conferences, and internal meetings.

About You:

• Extensive editorial experience within magazine, digital media, and content production, with a track record of leadership at a senior level.

• Proven ability to develop and execute editorial strategies that drive growth and engagement.

• Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience mentoring senior editors and managing large teams.

• Exceptional organisational, project management, and multitasking abilities.

• Thrives in high-pace environment with exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple stakeholders with competing priorities

• Continuous improvement mindset - bringing new ideas and creative solutions to complex issues.

• Financial acumen with experience managing budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across multiple departments.

• A forward-thinking approach with an aptitude for innovation in digital publishing.

• A passion for interiors, gardens, and lifestyle content is highly desirable.

Does this sound like you?

Please upload your CV and cover letter/portfolio, which highlights why you'd love to take on this role and why you're a great match for what we're looking for.

We value the time and effort behind every application. All submissions are reviewed by a member of our talent team - we don’t use AI-assisted technology to review applications.  

What benefits do we offer? 

• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) and extra days of annual leave if you move house or want to volunteer. 

• You’ll have access to a competitive pension scheme, Bupa Private Healthcare, Season ticket loans and eye tests.

• We offer a range of tools to support your wellbeing, including core hours, 10 remote days (from home or a country with a Condé Nast office location), access to our Employee Assistance Programme, corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme.

• We’re a dog friendly office, plus you’ll enjoy discounts and magazine subscriptions, keeping you up to date with all things Condé Nast.

• We encourage personal and professional growth through the Condé Nast Learning Hub where you’ll find an extensive portfolio of learning courses and training, available in local languages.

• OurEmployee Resource Groups provide a platform for employees to identify shared objectives, exchange ideas, and work on community priorities for our global workforce.

What happens next?

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply below, and we will review your application as soon as possible. You can update your resume or upload a cover letter at any time by accessing your candidate profile.

Condé Nast is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status and other legally protected characteristics.