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Job Description

CNBC's commerce team is looking to hire a talented and experienced senior editor to further develop its financial coverage for a broad consumer audience under the NYC-based CNBC Select brand. CNBC Select is a consumer-friendly vertical of CNBC devoted to providing rigorous reviews and advice on personal finance products so our readers can make informed decisions about the products they choose and use every day.

The senior editor will be responsible for executing strategy and overseeing the day-to-day content production and optimization on a variety of topics including credit cards, personal loans, insurance products, mortgages, small business products and other personal finance products. They will also manage a growing team of personal finance journalists.

Professional experience strategizing, ideating, writing and editing for a personal finance commerce site with a focus on service journalism is a must. You will be responsible for the edit calendar, creating methodologies for reviewing products and interpreting analytics into actionable strategies and tactics that benefit readers and help meet business goals. You will collaborate with other stakeholders and teams, including SEO, analytics, audience development and partnerships. Experience managing a team is also a must.

The ideal candidate is a strong leader, journalist and project manager with an eye for both analytics and detail, strong organizational skills and a knack for making complex subjects interesting and relatable.

Job Duties:

Ideate, approve and assign personal finance content for CNBC SelectGuide editors and reporters in translating relevant data, research and expert guidance into clear, concise and compelling contentHelp create and approve data-based methodologies for reviewing productsUse analytics and data to execute actionable strategies and tacticsDirect, oversee and finalize updates to evergreen content according to the edit calendar and deadlinesWork with editors to sharpen focus, headlines, angles, SEO and product choice across site and on supporting platformsEnsure the accuracy and standards of Select’s journalism across the site and our coverageWork with compliance and with legal and standards as neededLead editorial meetings and contribute to analytics and strategy meetingsOversee editorial calendarOptimize new and existing posts based on affiliate partnerships and commerce opportunitiesManage and top edit a growing team of personal finance journalistsTrack progress and optimize workflows

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $95,000-$115,000 (Bonus Eligible) 

QualificationsAt least 7 years editorial experienceAt least 5 years editing commerce contentAt least 5 years in the personal finance spaceAt least 3 years managing a teamProven and thorough understanding of personal finance productsProven journalism skills and experienceProven experience with data, analytics and SEOWork experience with a growing brand a plusWork experience for a major news brand a plus

Desired Characteristics:

Strong management and leadership skillsStrong understanding journalism best practices primary sources and experts to inform fact-based, grounded consumer adviceAttention to detailAbility to make quick decisionsAbility to manage many different tasks at onceExcellent communication skills and ability to work across multiple teamsProven and strong knowledge of personal finance products and best practicesKnowledge of financial affiliate marketing platformsFirm grasp of AP Style: spelling, grammar and punctuationMedia training and experience as an expert on live television a plus

Additional Requirements:

Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be consideredMust have unrestricted authorization to work in the United StatesHybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

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