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Editor, Intelligence Unit (Editorial)

$120k - $140k per year

The Globe and Mail

Job Description

Posted Friday, July 24, 2026 at 4:00 AM

COMPANY OVERVIEW: The Globe and Mail is a national icon and one of Canada's most recognized media brands. We proudly serve as a trusted destination for Canadians seeking the highest caliber of journalism, and we've garnered international acclaim for our data visualization, design, and creative storytelling.
We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity by reflecting all Canadians in both the stories that we tell and the composition of our workforce. We are proud partners with organizations like Indigenous Works, Pride at Work, the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion, and we are a signatory of the BlackNorth Initiative. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, we offer flexible work arrangements and support programs. We also invest in our employees' growth through training and mentorship opportunities, enabling you to expand your skills and embrace new challenges.
No matter your position at The Globe, you'll be an integral part of an organization dedicated to making a positive difference in Canada. Join us.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Globe and Mail is seeking an experienced Editor toleaditsIntelligence Unit, a new editorialinitiativededicated toexamining the major issues shaping Canada’s future.

Theintelligenceunit will pursue a focused set of major national challenges each year, bringing together The Globe's journalism and independent expertise to help Canadians better understand complex topics and explore evidence-based solutions.

Working across the newsroom and beyond, the Editor will recruit and collaborate with leading subject-matter experts from academia, business, public policy, science and civil society, combining outside expertise with The Globe's reporting strengths to produce authoritative, agenda-setting journalism.

Thismanagementposition requires a leader who is comfortable operating at the intersection of journalism, product and audience strategy. The ideal candidate brings a strong track record of editorial leadership, sound judgment on public affairs and the ability to translatecomplexity into compellingstorytelling.

The Intelligence Unit willexecute its coverageacross multiple formats, including live events.Topics could range from housing and productivity to health care, education, demographic change, energy, artificial intelligence and geopolitics.

As Editor, you will define the editorial vision, oversee execution acrossplatformsand lead a small, high-performing team. This is a foundational leadership role with the opportunity to build a distinctive nationalinitiativethat strengthens The Globe's authority, deepens readerengagementand helps shape conversations about Canada's future.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Define and execute the editorial vision for the Intelligence Unit.
  • Identify and prioritize a focused set of major national issues for investigation each year.
  • Build and manage a network of leading external experts, contributors and advisors.
  • Lead a multidisciplinary editorial team producing journalism across print, digital, video, audio and live events.
  • Commission and oversee deep reporting, analysis and explanatory journalism that examines causes, consequences and potential solutions.
  • Work closely with reporters, data journalists, product, audience and design teams to create distinctive editorial experiences.
  • Ensure the highest standards of accuracy, fairness and editorial integrity.
  • Represent The Globe in public-facing events.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • At least five years of editorialleadershipexperience in a national or major newsroom
  • Proven leadership experience managing teams and complex projects
  • Strong news judgment and deep understanding of Canadian public affairs
  • Experience working across multiple formats and platforms
  • Ability to synthesize and communicate complex ideas clearly
  • Entrepreneurial mindset and comfort building new editorial products

This position is based in the Toronto office and requires a minimum of three days a week in office.

SALARY

The base salary for this role ranges from $120,000 to $140,000 per year. Placement within this range depends on a candidate’s level of experience, technical skills, and alignment with the role’s requirements. Candidates who have been identified as meeting the role’s requirements can expect to be near the midpoint of this range, while the upper end is reserved for those with specialized expertise or a strong track record of success in comparable roles. This role may also be eligible for The Globe’s Annual Incentive Plan, which is based on a combination of company and individual performance.

WHY CHOOSE THE GLOBE

The Globe’s mission is to deliver essential content – news, information, analysis and insights – for aspiring individuals and strong communities.The Globe is committed to providing a respectful and inclusive workplace that upholds our values of integrity, collaboration, innovation and accountability.
As Canada’s most respected media brand, The Globe is dedicated to making a difference to Canada and you can make a difference by working with us.

WE OFFER

  • Competitive compensation to ensure we hire, retain and reward team members
  • Hybrid work environment that promotes work-life balance
  • Generous vacation and flexible work arrangements
  • Parental leave top-up
  • Competitive health and dental benefitsAnnual wellness subsidy
  • On-site chiropractor and registered massage therapist
  • Employee and family assistance program
  • Free digital subscription to globeandmail.com and 40% off other Globe products
  • Education assistance for external training courses

SUPPORTING YOUR GROWTH

  • We are committed to creating equitable opportunities for all employees, to enable everyone to reach their full potential. This commitment is embedded in our strategic plan and core values.
  • There are lateral and upward advancement opportunities for rewarding and developing careers.
  • We believe in mentorship and collaborative peer-to-peer learning and have both formal and informal programs in place to encourage knowledge-sharing.
  • We support continuing education and provide both internal and external opportunities for training and development.

AI DISCLOSURE

No artificial intelligence tools are used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers. We ask candidates to engage authentically in interviews; AI may support preparation but should not be used during interviews or replace your own responses.

THE GLOBE AND MAIL IS DEDICATED TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IN THE WORKPLACE

The Globe and Mail is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We believe this strengthens our business and our journalism. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals from all groups, regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socio-economic status, age, and physical ability. As required by the Federal Contractors Program, The Globe also tracks the proportion of staff in the four Employment Equity categories (Women, Aboriginal Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, and Members of Visible Minorities) to ensure we are reflecting the areas in which we work.

The Globe and Mail offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview, please advise us if you require an accommodation.

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