Editor-in-Chief - Cosmopolitan ME
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 19, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 1, 2026. ITP Media Group scores A on the Alion truth index.
We are looking for an Editor-in-Chief to lead Cosmopolitan Middle East and define its editorial vision, voice and identity across the region.
This is an opportunity for a highly creative and commercially aware editorial leader to shape a major women’s media brand for a new generation. You will set the agenda for what Cosmopolitan talks about, how it talks about it and how it connects with its audience across every platform, while understanding how a strong editorial proposition can drive audience growth, brand relevance and commercial opportunities.
You will be responsible for building a distinctive editorial proposition across fashion, beauty, culture, entertainment and women’s lifestyle, while ensuring Cosmopolitan remains relevant, aspirational and deeply connected to its audience.
Key Responsibilities
Editorial Vision & Brand Leadership
Define and lead the overall editorial vision, voice and strategy for Cosmopolitan.
Set the editorial agenda across fashion, beauty, culture, entertainment, lifestyle and women’s issues.
Ensure Cosmopolitan has a distinctive, recognisable point of view across all platforms.
Develop new editorial franchises, formats and storytelling opportunities that grow audience engagement.
Keep the brand at the forefront of cultural conversations, trends and emerging talent.
Audience & Content
Develop content that is relevant, engaging and meaningful to a modern female audience.
Understand audience behaviour, cultural shifts and emerging trends and translate them into editorial opportunities.
Champion ambitious, original storytelling across digital, social, video, print and experiential platforms.
Work closely with the social and video teams to ensure the brand translates effectively across platforms.
Build strong relationships with fashion, beauty, entertainment and cultural talent.
Leadership
Lead, inspire and develop the editorial team, creating a culture of creativity, ambition and excellence.
Set clear editorial standards and ensure consistently high-quality output across the brand.
Collaborate closely with commercial, creative, social, video and production teams.
Represent Cosmopolitan at industry events, with partners, talent and within the wider media landscape.
Brand Growth
Work closely with commercial leadership to identify opportunities that strengthen the brand while protecting editorial integrity.
Contribute to the development of major editorial franchises, events and brand initiatives.
Build Cosmopolitan’s profile and influence within the regional fashion, beauty, media and cultural landscape.
Identify opportunities to grow the audience, relevance and influence of the brand.
What We’re Looking For
Significant editorial experience, ideally within fashion, beauty, women’s lifestyle, culture or entertainment media.
Proven experience leading an editorial team and setting a strong editorial vision.
A deep understanding of the modern female audience and the evolving media landscape.
Strong knowledge of fashion, beauty, entertainment, culture and digital media.
Exceptional writing, editing, storytelling and communication skills.
A strong digital and social mindset, with an understanding of how audiences consume and engage with content today.
Established relationships across the fashion, beauty, entertainment and creative industries.
Commercial awareness and the ability to work effectively with senior internal and external stakeholders.