Assistant Editor, Legal Marketing Solutions (Virtual, Full-time)

Wealthcounsel • Jersey City, NJ

5d • Remote

About The Position

WealthCounsel is seeking a motivated and driven Assistant Editor to join their Legal Marketing Solutions team. This virtual, full-time role focuses on editorial support and content production for consumer-facing legal marketing content. The Assistant Editor will work closely with the Editor in Chief and cross-functional teams, handling responsibilities across the full content lifecycle, including review, SEO, scheduling, publishing, and distribution. The company prides itself on being a "Best Place to Work in the Cloud" and fosters a positive, collaborative work environment with competitive benefits.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• 3+ years of experience in editing, copyediting, content production, or digital publishing
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong editorial instincts
• Strong grasp of written English, style, and clarity, with the ability to improve content while preserving author voice
• Familiarity with digital publishing workflows, including content management systems (CMS) are preferred
• Basic understanding of SEO principles (experience with SEMRush and Google Analytics a plus)
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and comfort handling process-driven, detail-oriented work
• Clear communicator who can incorporate feedback and follow editorial guidelines (proficiency in AP style and Chicago Manual of Style a plus)
• Interest in consumer-facing content and willingness to learn complex subject matter
• Highly motivated and able to document and present work in a clear, concise manner
• Must be able to work closely with the team in a virtual environment
• Provide 1–2 relevant writing samples along with your resume

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with digital publishing workflows, including content management systems (CMS)
• Experience with SEMRush and Google Analytics
• Proficiency in AP style and Chicago Manual of Style

Responsibilities

• Perform first-pass editorial review of long-form consumer-facing articles, ensuring clarity, accuracy, tone consistency, and adherence to brand and legal guidelines
• Proofread and copyedit content for grammar, style, and structure, with strong attention to detail
• Conduct fact-checking to ensure content is accurate, well-sourced, and reliable
• Manage consumer inquiries, including drafting responses, coordinating SME review, incorporating feedback, and publishing final content
• Prepare content for publication by formatting, building, and publishing articles in the CMS, ensuring all elements are accurate and functional
• Support content production and distribution by drafting social media posts and video scripts and contributing ideas for content that aligns with editorial strategy and SEO goals
• Apply basic SEO best practices (keyword placement, header structure, internal linking), with the opportunity to deepen expertise over time
• Collaborate with editor-in-chief to maintain editorial calendars and production workflows, helping to ensure deadlines are met across multiple content streams
• Assist in updating and optimizing existing content for performance and relevance
• Contribute original writing on select projects over time, as editorial proficiency and subject matter familiarity grow

Benefits

• Competitive salary package (including base salary and performance based incentives)
• Medical/dental/vision plan
• Matching 401(k)
• Generous paid time off package (PTO, Holidays including 2 Floating Holidays, Volunteer Time, Blood Donor Leave, Short Term Disability, Paid Parental Leave)
• Matching donations for approved charitable organizations
• Home internet reimbursement
• Gym membership reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level