News Editor, Payment Expert

Job Title: News Editor, Payment Expert

Line manager's job: Editor, Payment Expert

Division: SBC Media

Department: Media

Core hours: 9am - 6pm Monday - Friday

Compensation: Competitive, based on experience + bonus of up to 5% base salary

Based: London

Business travel: To company & industry events

ABOUT SBC

Are you ready to be part of something bigger?

At SBC, we are not just shaping the future of Gaming and Entertainment - we're redefining it.

From our humble beginnings in 2009 with informal meetups in London pubs, we've evolved into an events, media, tech and entertainment global powerhouse. We now unite the brightest minds from the casino, sports betting, marketing, and fintech industries and create transformative experiences that drive innovation.

SBC organises industry-defining events and gatherings in iconic destinations such as Lisbon, Florida, Rio de Janeiro, London, Toronto, Las Vegas, Barcelona, Malta, and Tbilisi. Our events attract a yearly delegation of 100,000 decision-makers and innovators who come together to drive their industries forward.

But SBC isn't just hosting game-changing events - we're also a key player in media, entertainment, and tech.

• We deliver timely news, insights, and trends to the gaming and fintech industries through our respected publications, podcasts, and digital platforms.
• Our events feature celebrity keynotes from icons like Gary Vaynerchuk, Randi Zuckerberg, Rubens Barrichello and Oleksandr Usyk as well as the now-famous INFINITY parties headlined by world-renowned DJs such as Alok and Timmy Trumpet.
• We have developed our own state-of-the-art event app and community platform, SBC Connect, through our in-house tech team, which allows us to host digital conferences for delegates around the world.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

As SBC and the media business continues to grow and develop; both in deeper penetration of existing markets but in seeking new opportunities globally, a fundamental need is a strong editorial bench.

We are now seeking a News Editor for our Payment Expert () and Insider Sport () websites. The News Editor will be responsible for the day-to-day editorial leadership of assigned brands, delivering accurate, credible, and commercially relevant journalism for a specialist professional audience.

Reporting to the Editor, the role owns the daily news agenda, edits and commissions content to high editorial standards, and oversees the daily line management of reporters to ensure consistent quality, compliance, and audience value. The News Editor plays a key role in supporting audience growth, maintaining editorial integrity, and representing the brand across the industry, while working collaboratively with wider teams.

The ideal candidates are creative problem solvers with strong journalistic judgement, detail skills and an ability to think creatively. You will be able to skillfully use social media and digital tools to research, discover and distribute content.

You will manage which news stories are published across the two sites and have final say on how those stories are covered; the goal is to provide exceptional, informative and engaging content to attract our targeted audience and build customer loyalty.

ABOUT YOU

You must have:

• Bachelor's degree in journalism and/or proven working experience managing a news desk, possibly in a deputy role
• A track record of writing exclusive news and analysis - and have worked in a weekly or daily news environment
• Knowledge of the payment/fintech industries
• Proven familiarity with SEO and social media best practices
• Committed to thinking ahead of the competition
• Prioritising and multitasking
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to give constructive feedback

It would be nice if you had:

• Business interest in sports betting and gambling industries
• Experience of B2B

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Be responsible for the news and in-depth analysis and deliver the editorial strategy as laid out by the Editor.
• Assign and edit news content - making sure accuracy, house style, SEO, and quality of journalism is maintained.
• Encourage the team to conduct video interviews to complement news and analysis. Maximise the effectiveness of this video content.
• Help source exclusive news stories and help the journalists bring these to fruition.
• Develop a team of journalists to help them achieve their targets
• Chair roundtables, video debates and conferences as directed by the Editor.
• Monitor content performance using analytics tools and internal dashboards, using insights to inform editorial decisions.
• Identify emerging trends, breaking stories, and coverage gaps within assigned sectors, escalating strategic opportunities to the Editor where relevant.
• Collaborate with the events and conference teams by contributing editorial insight, speaker ideas, and agenda input aligned with coverage areas.
• Attend industry events, press briefings, exhibitions, and conferences to generate news, build contacts, and represent the brand professionally.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with PRs, industry stakeholders, and subject matter experts
• Identify practical opportunities to improve editorial workflows, audience engagement, and client facing offerings, feeding recommendations into the Editor.
• Partner with SBC Events conference team in developing conference agenda and identifying speakers for relevant coverage areas.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Private Healthcare Plan, including Optical, Dental & Hearing Cover (Vitality)
• Group Pension Plan with 5% Individual and 4% Company Contribution (Royal London)
• Income Protection (Canada Life)
• Life Assurance (AIG)
• Employee Assistance Programme and Employee Support Programme
• Company Sick Pay
• 21 days annual leave in addition to 12 Company Days Off (these generally include all bank holidays and an annual Christmas shutdown period)

WHY SBC

Imagine working on an event that attracts 30,000 participants and features leaders from the worlds of sports, technology and marketing in the best venue in the world. Imagine bringing the latest news and analysis to global decision-makers running the biggest names in the industry. That's what we do every day at SBC.

At SBC, we're passionate about what we do - and we're looking for people who share that passion. With 140 talented professionals spread across Europe, North America, Latin America and beyond, we're a global team united by a shared goal: to lead and inspire.

Your Future, Our Growth

We're growing fast. Whether it's launching new initiatives like the Affiliate Leaders community or the iGaming Daily podcast, or expanding our events into new markets, we're always pushing boundaries. And with this growth comes opportunity. As SBC continues to expand, we need forward thinkers, innovators, and go getters to help drive us forward. Whether you're passionate about events, marketing, tech, journalism, media, or business development, there's a place for you here.

A Career With Limitless Opportunities

At SBC, we believe in empowering our team to reach their full potential. From day one, you'll have the chance to make an impact - whether that's by helping organise the next SBC Summit or working on content that industry leaders rely on. We offer flexible work environments, opportunities for travel, and the chance to work alongside some of the most innovative minds in the industry.

And yes, we work hard - but we play hard, too. Whether it's throwing legendary networking experiences like INFINITY or organising charity events like the SBC Poker Championship and SBC Boxing Championship, we know how to celebrate our successes and build a lasting legacy.

Are you ready to bring your skills, creativity, and passion to a company where the opportunities are limitless?