Editor-in-Chief, Elite Traveler
London based, with international travel as required
About the role
Elite Traveler, part of the Ascend Media group, is entering an exciting new chapter of growth and innovation. We’re looking for a visionary and results-driven Editor-in-Chief to lead the brand’s editorial transformation and define its future across digital, print, experiential, and emerging platforms.
Reporting to the Managing Director, this is a hands-on leadership role at the heart of the luxury media world. You’ll shape the editorial voice, oversee content strategy and execution, and ensure everything we publish reflects the lifestyle of our ultra-high-net-worth audience. You’ll also collaborate closely with commercial, product, and marketing teams as part of a wider evolution within Ascend Media.
We’re looking for a storyteller, strategist, and tastemaker – someone who can lead with creativity, commercial understanding, and editorial excellence.
Key responsibilities:
* Define and execute a clear editorial vision across all platforms that deepens Elite Traveler’s connection to the UHNWI lifestyle and reflects emerging trends in luxury
* Lead and mentor the London-based editorial team, plus a global network of contributors
* Commission, write, and edit compelling, high-calibre content spanning travel, style, yachts, aviation, culture, and other pillars of modern luxury.
* Use data and insights from our proprietary insight platform Orbit to shape content strategy
* Work cross-functionally with design, product, partnerships, and marketing teams
* Support branded content and commercial collaborations with an editorial-first mindset
* Represent Elite Traveler at key events and within the luxury community
* Champion innovation through new formats and storytelling technologies
Skills and experience
* Mid to senior-level editorial experience in luxury, fashion, travel, or lifestyle media (e.g. Deputy Editor, Features Director)
* Deep understanding of the UHNWI audience and the luxury landscape
* A strong contact book within fashion, luxury, and UHNW networks
* Strong leadership skills and experience managing high-performing teams
* Proven ability to evolve editorial voice and grow reach across platforms
* Commercially minded with a collaborative approach
* Sophisticated taste, strong visual sensibility, and sharp editorial judgement
* Based in London, with flexibility to travel internationally
Company benefits
* 25 days' holiday (plus bank holidays)
* Additional days off for your birthday, health and well-being day and volunteering day
* Subscription to NS publications and all other online content
* Access to a discounted shopping program
* Cycle to work scheme
* Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
* Enhanced company sick pay after probation
Applications that meet the selection criteria will be reviewed as soon as possible.
Progressive Media Investments values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Please inform the hiring manager if you require any reasonable adjustments so that you can fully participate in the recruitment process.
Please note, candidates must have, or be able to independently obtain, the right to live and work in the United Kingdom as we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.