Head of News & Editorials

Growth Leads, Malta

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Published on 2 October 2026 · first appeared in our records on 2 October 2026.

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PLAYERSBEST is a leading online lead generation firm specializing in competitive verticals such as iGaming, Financials, Health, and Communications. We develop high-end websites with quality content, helping customers make informed decisions before signing up or making a purchase. Our success is driven by a customer-first approach, emphasizing quality and usability. About the role We’re looking for a driven, strategic leader to spearhead our news and editorial operations, working to capture search space in Google Top Stories, Discover, and organic news result. As the Head of News & Editorials, you will be responsible for developing and executing content strategies that generate high-quality traffic that turns into leads for our partners, while also leading and growing a talented editorial team. What you'll do • Build and lead the news and editorial operation, from strategy through daily execution • Develop and implement a robust content strategy aimed at driving significant traffic growth, particularly through Google Top Stories, Discover, Google News, and general organic search results - with a focus on lead generation. • Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing editorial team. • Ensure all news content is optimized for search, focusing on visibility in both regular organic search and relevant news features. • Oversee the development and execution of a content calendar that prioritizes coverage that is relevant for the iGaming sector. • Work cross-functionally with SEO, marketing, and product teams to align news/editorials content efforts with general business goals and with an aim to stay ahead of industry trends. • Regularly analyze content performance, adapt strategies, and make informed decisions to continuously improve traffic and lead generation. What we're looking for • Previous iGaming experience, preferably with the US market. • Proven experience building and managing editorial or newsroom teams, with a results-driven and positive team culture. • In-depth knowledge of news SEO and hands-on experience ranking content in Google Top Stories, Discover and Google News. • A track record of content strategies that delivered measurable traffic growth. • A process-driven mindset and experience creating playbooks that a team can run consistently. • Familiarity with lead generation and affiliate marketing, and how content can be optimized for conversion. • Strong analytical skills and confidence working with tools like Google Search Console and GA4. What we offer • Impact & Growth: You'll be at the helm of our editorial strategy and department and can make your own mark in an exciting and growing industry • Flexibility: Remote working environment, or come join us at our office in Malta • Career Advancement: Work alongside driven colleagues in a businesses on a strong upwards trajectory that rewards entrepreneurial and ambitious thinking • Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive compensation packages, with opportunities for performance-based incentives Originally posted on Himalayas