Head of Content

Readly is looking for a seasoned Head of Content to lead and evolve our publisher relationships and content portfolio across the German-speaking markets and broader Europe. This is a key leadership role, combining strategic oversight, commercial responsibility, and cross-functional collaboration.

You will report directly to our Chief Content Officer (temporarily held by our CEO) and lead a small team of account managers. Your focus will be on strengthening relationships with publishing partners, driving content performance, and contributing to Readly's growth through an optimized, relevant, and high-performing portfolio.

Readly offers unlimited access to thousands of national and international magazines and newspapers, all in one app. We've partnered with 1,200+ world-famous publishers, providing readers with 7,500+ titles and over 210,000 back issues. Users across 50 markets have already read 83 million magazines. We're a value-driven ecosystem committed to bringing the magic of magazines into the digital future, with a mission to make trusted content available anytime, anywhere. Our goal is to boost journalistic content consumption through an innovative digital product, while minimizing our climate impact. With a dedicated team of 100+ professionals in Sweden, Germany and the UK, we're making magazines and trusted journalism more accessible than ever.

Manage and grow strategic relationships with publishing partners across the DACH region and other key European markets

Lead a team of 2–3 account managers, with responsibility for team development and performance

Analyze content performance and commercial outcomes, leading regular portfolio reviews with stakeholders

Negotiate agreements and manage contract renewals, with a focus on sustainable revenue growth

Identify opportunities for content innovation, including new formats and partnership models

Oversee accreditation and reporting to industry circulation bodies (IVW, ÖAK, WEMF)

Work closely with Product and Marketing to improve content discoverability and user engagement

Represent Readly in publisher meetings, negotiations, and relevant industry events

What we are looking for

Extensive experience within the publishing industry or closely related sectors, ideally with established networks

Demonstrated success in commercial negotiations and managing high-value partnerships

Experience in leading teams and driving cross-functional collaboration

Comfortable operating in a scale-up or fast-moving digital business

Strong analytical skills and confidence working with data to inform decisions

Based in Berlin (or open to relocation)

Fluent in German and English

Our values are based on passion, positivity and constant learning, and help us to motivate each other, celebrate together and give regular appreciation. We live in clear and open communication and approach every situation with an encouraging and constructive mindset. Our people are, just like you, humble team players that have the courage to try new things and value transparency. You will be given a great deal of freedom and an opportunity to grow. Join a team that is passionate about our product, proud about the mission and purpose we have and ambitious to grow Readly further.

Readly has been featured on the Allbright list for gender-balanced leadership three years running and maintains a 50/50 gender split among managers. We value diversity and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates.

Interviews are conducted on an ongoing basis and we are looking for someone to join our team as soon as possible. Please apply by sending your CV and cover letter to tell us more about your motivations for this role.