Jobs

We currently have the following open position(s):

Watch Specialist – New York, U.S.
Events & Partnerships Manager – Melbourne, AU
Traffic & Trends Editor – London, UK

Traffic & Trends Editor – London, UK

Time+Tide is transitioning from traditional watch journalism to a creator-led, video-first content operation across our AU/UK/US markets while maintaining its authoritative reputation as a publisher of accessible, informative and entertaining daily news articles on the subject of luxury watches.

We need someone who can match editorial integrity with platform performance and who is excited by the tailwinds that AI creates for media organisations who can use it to increase volume, velocity and creativity – understanding what drives traffic and engagement while maintaining the quality that watch enthusiasts and industry partners expect from Time+Tide as a a legacy watch media title.

This role works within strategic frameworks set by CEO while working quickly towards owning day-to-day editorial / multiplatform content decisions and content optimisation with a view to increasing volume and velocity of content through canny use of AI.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Editorial Direction & Content Strategy

WIth the daily assistance of AI agents, set editorial direction across all content platforms that balances commercial priorities (retail partners, brand collaborations) with organic audience growth
Drive website growth through fit-for-purpose content, while also supporting website-based ecommerce initiatives.
Drive social media reach through video-first content strategy, while also supporting social media commercial / conversion targets
Aim to repurpose as much content as possible from source content, with keen senses for platform specific content
Identify trending topics and conversations within the watch community while filtering for commercial relevance with sophisticated AI workflows
Managing a small team of freelance writers as needed
Collaborate with CTO on website technical evolution to support highly specialised platform strategy – focusing on traffic growth and increased ecommerce performance.

Content Creation & Editing

Write, edit and commission high-quality articles, scripts, captions, and multimedia content
Demonstrate a proactive and to-the-moment approach to integrating AI into workflows across the media business
Sub-edit, proofread and maintain editorial standards across all published content
Interview industry experts, brand partners, and stakeholders for content development
Craft compelling, platform-optimised headlines and formats
Work to deadline on time-sensitive content

Traffic & Performance

Monitor real-time performance across platforms using analytics tools
Apply SEO best practices to content creation – keyword optimisation, meta descriptions, headlines that perform in search
Use analytics tools to understand which content drives organic traffic and why
Build topic clusters and content journeys that drive both traffic and commercial outcomes
Track KPIs: pageviews, engagement rates, time on site, social shares, conversion to retail/partnership goals

Social Media Strategy & Publishing

Develop social strategies with the help of internal content creators across Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and emerging platforms
Understand platform-specific content formats and optimise accordingly
Set publishing strategy and content priorities across multiple markets
Engage with community trends and conversations in real-time

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

Editorial craft: Strong writing, sub-editing, and editorial judgement with excellent command of English grammar and style
AI-Driven Execution: You’re hands-on with AI tools, using them to elevate ideation, speed, creativity, and effectiveness.
Watch industry knowledge: Genuine enthusiasm and solid understanding of the luxury watch industry – not surface level
Platform fluency: Deep understanding of how content performs across social platforms and web
Data literacy: Can interpret analytics and turn insights into actionable content strategies
SEO fundamentals: Understanding of search optimisation without sacrificing quality
Pace + quality: Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining standards
Strategic thinking: Can balance trend-responsiveness with longer-term editorial positioning
Portfolio: Demonstrable body of work showcasing diverse writing styles, formats, and multimedia content

Ideal Background

5+ years in digital editorial/content roles with demonstrated growth outcomes
Experience managing website content strategy or social media at scale
Familiarity with CMS platforms, editing software, and analytics tools
Proficient with Monday.com (or similar PM tools), Google Workspace, and asset tracking
Track record of growing engaged audiences, not just vanity metrics
Multimedia content creation experience across formats (video, photography, written)
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments
Journalism, Communications, or equivalent experience demonstrated through work

What Success Looks Like

Website traffic growth aligned with commercial objectives
Strong engagement metrics (time on site, scroll depth, return visitors)
Growth in organic search traffic through editorially-led content strategy
Social platform growth and engagement
Efficient content workflows that maximise output from video sources
Editorial direction that supports retail and partnership revenue
High-quality multimedia output that maintains Time+Tide’s editorial standards

Time + Tide Culture

How we do what we do is just as important as what we do.

At Time+Tide, our culture isn’t a slogan – it’s how we show up every day. It shapes the way we work together, solve problems and deliver on our vision to change the way the world experiences watches!

When you join Time+Tide, you sign on to live our team values and to contribute to a culture built on trust, clarity, and collective momentum.

We play as one team – We back each other, collaborate openly, and move in sync – because we win or lose together.

We strive for the best – Good enough isn’t our benchmark. We pursue excellence and raise the bar in the industry.

We clearly communicate – We share information and keep things transparent and respectful – no confusion, no crossed wires.

We stick to the plan – We trust the process, follow through, and stay accountable to timelines and commitments.

We step up – When something needs doing, we lean in – taking ownership, solving problems, and leading by example.

Apply by sending your CV and a cover letter answering the below questions to: [email protected]. NOTE: Responses should be concise (100-150 words per question). Generic or AI-generated answers will be immediately screened out.

Salary Expectations
Name three watch-related topics that are currently trending on social media and explain why ONE of them is worth pursuing for Time+Tide and why the others aren’t.
Visit https://timeandtidewatches.com and pick one article from the past month. How would you optimise it for better performance? Be specific about what you’d change and why.

Events & Partnerships Manager – Melbourne, AU

Reporting to the General Manager, the Time+Tide Events and Partnerships Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and managing all brand and community events across Australia, as well as supporting global partnership initiatives. This hybrid role combines strategic planning, stakeholder management, and hands-on execution to deliver exceptional brand experiences aligned with Time+Tide’s vision.

End-to-End Event Management (AU)

Develop a 12 month event calendar to meet the business’s objectives in Australia, consisting of annualised events and ad hoc events between watch brands and non-watch brands.
Develop polished event decks for securing brand event partnerships in consultation with the Partnerships Director and General Manager Global
Pre event management – Establish and document success measures for each event in collaboration with GM and other stakeholders (e.g., guest engagement, sales, lead generation, media engagement etc), risk assessment and contingency planning to ensure seamless delivery.
Take ownership of Melbourne Studio event delivery — including venue sourcing, supplier coordination, budget management.
Build and maintain strong relationships with partnering brands throughout the event planning process and onsite, ensuring every detail is executed to the highest standard.
Oversee guest communications and manage guest lists for both internal and external events. Collaborate with the Time+Tide team to curate a bespoke guest audience tailored to each event.
Set up and manage Eventbrite pages, including guest RSVPs, reminders, and database organisation in the lead-up to each event.
Work closely with brand partners and Head of Content Operations to develop event media assets, including invitations, header plates, screen visuals, and virtual merchandising.
Management on evening/during event – suppliers, store staff, coordination with partnering brand. Stakeholder communication/ alignment and real-time updates during events
Coordinate media deliverables with brands, such as CEO interviews, social media posts, and related content.
Coordinate with the Managing Editor AU regarding interviews, speeches and event briefs.
Maintain strong relationships with event partners by sending post-event reports and ensuring timely publication of all media deliverables working in collaboration with the Content Operations Manager.
Creation and maintenance of Post Event Feedback Surveys for partnering brands
Lead biweekly planning meetings with Time+Tide’s event support team to coordinate upcoming events. Post-event, facilitate debriefs to review feedback, identify key learnings, highlight areas for improvement, and evaluate ROI for Time+Tide.
Community feedback statements/Brand statements

Ongoing Studio Activations

Collaborate with the team to deliver engaging in-studio activations — studio sips, watch discovery sessions, viewing parties
Support the General Manager Global and Studio Manager in coordinating and executing brand takeovers and activations, including planning logistics, liaising with brand partners, overseeing on-site activations, and ensuring brand guidelines and objectives are met throughout the process

Partnerships

Collaborate with the Partnerships Director to manage and maintain relationships with watch brands and partners ongoing, both in Australia and Internationally
Prepare responses and pitch decks back to brands in consultation with the Partnerships Director
Maintain media kits, rate cards and company documents and provide to internal and external stakeholders as requested
Ensure brand guidelines, core messaging, and tone of voice for branded partner content is maintained across all external communications. Seek brand approval when required
Oversee the calendar management of all brand appointments for watch trade fairs throughout the year
Completion of all consignment paperwork for watch loans, logistics of watches to production team/ photographer both locally (Melbourne Team) and internationally (Amsterdam based Creative Director) and returns back to the brands with the assistance of the Time+Tide retail team
Work closely with CFO to complete contract paperwork inline with business requirements
Oversee filing and documenting of all signed and returned contracts into Trello for ongoing reference

Reporting

Prepare regular post campaign reports with objectives, key metrics and insights and delivered within a timely manner back to the brands
Update partnership tracker monthly to ensure the business is delivering requirements of partnership contracts within their agreed time period in consultation with the Head of Content Operations
Assist in budget tracking and management for partnership initiatives.

Culture Champion

Create and Lead Culture Team
Lead internal Time + Tide culture initiatives, including organising quarterly ALL HANDS setings, celebrating birthdays, recognition, anniversaries, and key wins, and planning impactful team-building activities.
Assist with onboarding new team members by sharing onboarding materials, providing equipment, ensuring IT set up with Time+Tide’s IT manager and serving as a point of contact for any questions.
Support our HUB initiatives, including inducting new team members, updating the HUB with quarterly news and announcements, and being the go-to contact for HUB-related queries. Serve as the primary contact for all culture-related matters, including policies on time-off requests, task ownership, and navigating the broader operational structure.

Key Interactions

Partnerships Director (AUS)
Global General Manager (AUS)
General Manager (US)
CFO (AUS)
Managing Editor (AUS)
Head of Content Operations

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Events:

Return on Investment (ROI): Measure the financial return of the event by comparing costs to revenue and other benefits.
RSVP-to-Attendance Rate (e.g. 85% turnout)
Brand Partner Satisfaction Score/guest satisfaction score (via post-event feedback)

Office Management/Culture Hero:

Employee Satisfaction Index (ESI) / Survey Scores: Derived from regular surveys, these scores measure employee contentment with their work environment and overall company culture (not 100% sure how we could accurately obtain this information without being affected by factors outside of my control, eg. management, employee relations etc.)
95% of tasks completed by their deadline – In relation to maintaining office supply stock, filing invoices, completing tasks assigned by leadership team

Time + Tide Culture

How we do what we do is just as important as what we do.

At Time+Tide, our culture isn’t a slogan — it’s how we show up every day. It shapes the way we work together, solve problems and deliver on our vision to change the way the world experiences watches!

When you join Time+Tide, you sign on to live our team values and to contribute to a culture built on trust, clarity, and collective momentum.

We play as one team – We back each other, collaborate openly, and move in sync — because we win or lose together.

We strive for best – Good enough isn’t our benchmark. We pursue excellence and raise the bar in the industry.

We clearly communicate – We share information and keep things transparent and respectful — no confusion, no crossed wires.

We stick to the plan – We trust the process, follow through, and stay accountable to timelines and commitments.

We step up – When something needs doing, we lean in — taking ownership, solving problems, and leading by example.

To apply, send your CV to [email protected] with the subject line “Events & Partnerships Manager – Melbourne, AU” and include a short note telling us who your favourite independent watch brand is and why.

Watch Specialist – New York, U.S.

Reporting to the Time+Tide Studio Manager, the Time+Tide Studio Watch Specialist is responsible for ensuring the Time+Tide Watch Discovery Studio offers a best-in-class customer experience across retail, events and customer service.

Read the position description here.

To apply, send your CV to [email protected] with the subject line “Watch Specialist – New York, U.S.” and include a short note telling us who your favourite independent watch brand is and why.