Managing Editor, Career Guide

Our MissionAs the world’s number 1 job site*, our mission is to help people get jobs. We strive to cultivate an inclusive and accessible workplace where all people feel comfortable being themselves. We're looking to grow our teams with more people who share our enthusiasm for innovation and creating the best experience for job seekers.(*Comscore, Total Visits, March 2024)Day to DayThe social contract between workers and employers has been tested for some time, the pandemic threw gasoline on the fire, and now everyone is seeking to understand the future of work. The hard work is in front of us: how do we make the world of work better? How do we help people navigate their job search with clarity and confidence?Indeed is seeking a seasoned, entrepreneurial Managing Editor with newsroom and brand journalism experience to shape the future of editorial content for job seekers across the globe. In an era when AI is revolutionizing the flow of information, human voices are more crucial than ever. The Managing Editor will shape the future of Indeed’s largest content product, Career Guide (https://www.indeed.com/career-advice) , with millions of unique visitors every month. This role will grow the Career Guide Editorial team, hiring editors with defined beats based on audience wants and needs. They will raise the content quality bar, giving job seekers a reason to stay engaged.Responsibilities• Oversee and evolve the content strategy for Indeed’s global content product, Career Guide (https://www.indeed.com/career-advice)• Partner with SEO, PR and Lifecycle teams to grow traffic and engagement across 21 markets• Manage a test-and-learn editorial strategy in the U.S. that engages active and inactive Indeed users• Spearhead production of expert-written, data-driven editorial content rooted in audience data• Grow and manage a team of news editors, SEO content marketers and freelance writers with deep subject matter expertise• Quantify the value of job seeker content with metrics that matter to the business• Balance business goals and brand reputation with a ruthless pursuit of truth for the job seekerSkills/Competencies• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or related field• 5+ years of experience working for a news publication as an editor• 3+ years of experience working in an editorial or content marketing function for a brand• Proven writing and editing background with a demonstrated track record of attention-grabbing, well-substantiated reporting (must deliver a portfolio of clips)• Innate sense of brand voice and tone, naturally infusing messaging and avoiding brand reputation risk while speaking the language of a clearly defined target audience• Combines flawless news judgement with an audience-centric and data-based approach to content• Thrives when given the opportunity to try new things, not afraid to push the boundaries of traditional journalism to better meet people where they are• Visionary leader who leads by example, setting a high quality bar for self and others built on journalism best practices• Experience partnering with Product and Marketing teams to integrate content into products, PR and lifecycle communicationsSalary Range TransparencyUS Remote 104,000 - 151,000 USD per yearSalary Range DisclaimerThe base salary range represents the low and high end of the Indeed salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Indeed's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include quarterly bonuses, Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), a Paid Time Off policy, and many region-specific benefits.To learn more about your pay transparency rights, click here (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf)Benefits - Health, Work/Life Harmony, & WellbeingWe care about what you care about. We have a multitude of benefits to support Indeedians, as well as their pets, kids, and partners including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. Indeedians are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, as well as an equity-based incentive program. Indeedians will also receive open paid time off, 12 paid holidays a year and up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave. For more information, select your country and learn more about our employee benefits, program, & perks at https://www.indeed.com/careers/benefits!Equal Opportunities and Accommodations StatementIndeed is deeply committed to building a workplace and global community where inclusion is not only valued, but prioritized. We’re proud to be an Equal Employment and Affirmative Action employer seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, religious creed, national origin, genetics, neuro-diversity, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or any other non-merit based or legally protected grounds.Indeed is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with known disabilities to participate in the employment application process. 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We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals, a fair chance at employment.Those with military experience are encouraged to apply. Equivalent expertise demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military experience, or education is welcome.Indeed’s Employee Recruiting Privacy PolicyLike other employers Indeed uses our own technologies to help us find and attract top talent from around the world. In addition to our site’s user and privacy policy found at https://www.indeed.com/legal , we also want to make you aware of our recruitment specific privacy policy found at https://www.indeed.com/legal/indeed-jobs .Agency DisclaimerIndeed does not pay placement fees for unsolicited resumes or referrals from non-candidates, including search firms, staffing agencies, professional recruiters, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies (each individually, an "Agency"), subject to local laws. An Agency seeking a placement fee must obtain advance written approval from Indeed's internal Talent Acquisition team and execute a fee agreement with Indeed for each job opening before making a referral or submitting a resume for that opening.Reference ID: 45287