Head of Credit Editorial

Head of Credit, U.S. (IGM)Department: Informa Global Markets (IGM)Reports To: Global Head of Markets Coverage, IGMJob Type: Full-TimePosition Overview: The role combines management responsibility for the editorial teams covering the Credit markets in the U.S. with regional implementation of agreed strategy regarding the direction of IGM’s coverage.This role is designed to promote focus on key challenges in today’s marketplace for hybrid news, analysis, graphics and media: independent near real-time sourcing; editorial uniformity and consistency; multi distribution channels; oversight of a flexible team of specialists fit for the purpose of maintaining IGM Credit Markets as a must have subscription service; a confident, innovative approach.The successful candidate is expected to quickly organise the regional team to ensure adherence to day-to-day responsibilities while critically assessing the current coverage and resources available.The role holder will possess keen understanding of modern hybrid information requirements derived from relevant experience writing near real-time analysis for a subscription screen or wire service. Direct industry experience is a bonus. Leadership and analytical skills, a deep understanding of the global Credit and adjacent financial markets, and above all a desire to tackle challenges in a positive manner are all prerequisites.Key Responsibilities:Leadership and Strategy:Work with the Head of Markets Coverage, broader SLT and commercial leadership team to help develop and implement the strategic vision for the global and regional IGM Credit product.Provide leadership, mentorship, and professional development for team members within a clear and unambiguous structure.Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the team.Be prepared to make decisions and see through to implementation. This may impact team structure and/or individual colleagues.Provide actionable recommendations to support strategic decision-making.Markets Focus:It is a critical success factor for this role that the holder focus coverage around “must have” vs. “nice to have” features, establishing sufficient contact with a broad range of current and target subscribers and practitioners to assess this.Through rigorous quality control processes ensure that accuracy and integrity of coverage is always central.Teamwork:Work positively with all stakeholders, including sales, data, IT, product and senior management.Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.Monitor market conditions and provide regular insights to optimise content.Market Analysis and Reporting:Conduct thorough analysis to identify trends and opportunities in addressable markets.Develop differentiating content for a discerning audience of professionals.Stakeholder Engagement:Represent the company at industry conferences, seminars, and other events.Act as a subject matter expert.Critical Success Factors (KPIs):Accuracy and Integrity:Goal is to grow IGM’s U.S. Credit Markets reputation as a source of high quality independently sourced and verified intelligence.Maintain highest levels of reporting accuracy and integrity.Implement and monitor quality control processes to ensure reliability.Market Positioning:Enhance competitive positioning through effective analysis of client needs.Identify and capitalise on emerging trends and opportunities.Stakeholder Satisfaction:Achieve high levels of satisfaction among clients through responsiveness and dependability.Team Performance:Foster a high-performance culture within the team.Ensure professional development and career growth for team members.Personal Attributes:Resilient and flexible approach to decision making and effecting change.Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.Highest level of integrity and professionalism.Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.