Editorial Manager

Firm Summary

White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. Our long history as an international firm means we are perfectly placed to help our clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may be.

With lawyers operating from more than 40 locations, working in virtually every country of the world, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality full-service practice competing at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in the world’s key financial markets and our strengths in handling complex cross-border work.

It’s not just about our global network of offices; it’s the global interconnectedness of the Firm that our people, and our clients, value most. We work well together across geographic and practice boundaries. It’s one of the reasons we attract and retain cross-border work. And why we attract a diverse group of people.

Our lawyers are globally minded, enterprising, collaborative and committed to excellence. Diversity is a core value of our Firm and it has been recognized with numerous awards and top rankings around the world. Our people represent 90 nationalities and speak 80 languages.

Position Summary

The Editorial Manager is responsible for developing and delivering a variety of publications and communications in support of the Firm’s brand positioning, business development and recruitment objectives. Guided by the Firm’s brand messaging and tone of voice guidelines, this person works with key stakeholders to develop communications that showcase the Firm’s and its lawyers’ expertise and plays a lead role in shaping editorial strategy and processes.

Our Business Development, Knowledge and Marketing Team

Our Business Development, Knowledge and Marketing Team is at the forefront of our realizing our vision of profitable growth, engaged people and outstanding client relationships.

We are committed to growing and developing relationships with some of the worlds most respected and well-established institutions and businesses, as well as startups, governments and state-owned entities. What unites our global team is our focus on understanding our clients’ businesses, priorities and ambitions and proactively anticipating challenges as well as opportunities. With a keen understanding of the commercial drivers influencing both our sector, as well as that of our clients, we draw on the Firm’s history of pioneering work and agile problem solving to navigate the complex environments in which we operate.

Along with colleagues across the world, especially those in our Communications and Creative teams, we work together to deliver significant growth across a core group of large client accounts, both in terms of global revenue and breadth of relationships. We know how to bring the best of the Firm’s global experience, local insight, practice expertise and industry knowledge to our clients.

Notably diverse and multicultural, our team members share an international outlook, and are collaborative and energetic. You will be joining both a high performing but also collegiate team and can expect to contribute to projects on a projects and initiatives with global impact from day one.

Duties and Accountabilities

Editorial

• Project manage the development and delivery of a variety of publications and print/online content. This may include (but is not limited to):
• Defining requirements and writing/agreeing briefs
• Developing and agreeing production schedules
• Planning and commissioning content
• Writing, copy-editing and proofing text
• Agreeing changes with authors; overseeing and copy-editing proofs
• Liaising with Brand & Design team and external agencies as necessary
• Signing off jobs for print
• Work with the Marketing Communications Director and Managers to develop content ideas that underpin campaigns
• Draft articles, profiles, and other thought leadership materials, working with attorneys and business development teams
• Re-write/re-purpose content from a variety of sources to ensure it can be used in multiple channels for maximum impact
• Research and draft submissions for a variety of awards, e.g. FT Innovative Lawyers Award, Law360
• Provide day-to-day editorial support to attorneys by advising on structure, reviewing and copy-editing text and ensuring technical material is accessible to a non-expert legal audience
• Provide advice to internal teams on effective writing and editorial matters
• Regularly review and update Firmwide promotional material, e.g. brochures, web content, boilerplate text, directory entries
• Ensure all editorial content complies with the Firm’s brand messaging, tone of voice and editorial guidelines
• Oversee general output and ensure it complies with legal and regulatory requirements
• Ensure that editorial content supports business and marketing objectives wherever possible

Editorial Strategy and Process

• Work with the Global Head of Communications and Marketing Communications Director to develop and evolve the tone of voice and editorial strategy to ensure the Firm projects a consistent brand voice across its global network
• Develop editorial policies and procedures to define the Firm’s editorial quality standards and ensure they are met
• Develop systems to ensure that key publications are reviewed regularly and updated as necessary
• Develop publications policies and best practice guidelines

Training

• Develop regular program of writing and grammar training for key functions, e.g. marketing, knowledge management, HR, etc.

Quantifying and Reporting Results

• Contribute to the design of systems and processes to define and monitor success; share results with internal teams to evolve client-focused content and create better copy
• Contribute to the development and implementation of tools and initiatives to communicate successes and demonstrate value of the Firm’s marketing communications programs

Qualifications

• College degree in journalism or related field
• 5+ years’ experience in an editorial role, including a mix of project-managing, copywriting and copy-editing promotional and technical publications and materials
• A flair for writing imaginative and engaging copy, excellent editing and proofing skills, and a strong command of spelling, grammar and punctuation
• Strong attention to detail and an eye for consistency
• Understanding of print production processes
• Excellent communications skills (written and verbal) with confidence and ability to deal with partners, senior lawyers and staff at all levels
• Experience of working in publishing or in a legal, professional services firm or similar corporate environment, preferably in an international context
• Experience of managing freelance writers and external agencies
• Proven project management skills
• Experience dealing with multiple constituencies and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Client service oriented

Location and Reporting

• This is a hybrid in-office/remote role which can be based in our New York or Tampa office.
• This role reports to the Senior Editor.

Equal Opportunities

White & Case is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is ou

r Firm’s policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.

If you require assistance and/or accommodation to participate in our application and/or interview process, please email the recruiting contact listed for the relevant position. We will be happy to work with you.

The Firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.

^1The above is only a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.

Salary range for New York market: 121,600 – 182,400 US Dollars (USD) Yearly

Salary range in other markets will vary

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