Deputy Editor

LendingTree•Charlotte, NC

6d•Remote

About The Position

LendingTree is seeking a deputy editor focused on insurance to join their SEO editorial team. This is an individual-contributor role that will partner closely with the team’s in-house and contributing editors and writers. The ideal candidate will have specific insurance expertise (home, auto, health, or other lines) and be comfortable working across a wide range of insurance products. This role offers an opportunity to help shape and organize a rapidly expanding content library at a pivotal stage of growth, serving as an in-house insurance specialist to guide readers in making informed decisions. There will also be opportunities to speak externally to the media as an insurance authority.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in personal finance or insurance content (editing experience preferred)
Insurance experience — such as serving as a licensed insurance agent, holding a relevant certification, or extensively editing/writing about insurance — in one or more types (e.g., home insurance, car insurance, health insurance, business insurance, pet insurance, etc.)
Impeccable organizational skills, with the ability to develop a strong command of a rapidly growing content library
Experience with or interest in SEO best practices and strategies, and comfort acting as a go-to resource on SEO and content optimization for other writers and editors
Ability to give constructive feedback and coaching that builds strong relationships with writers
Outstanding writing, editing, and grammar skills, with a strong commitment to accuracy and comprehensiveness
Strong communication and time-management skills
Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and lead multiple projects/tasks in a cross-disciplinary team
Must submit a cover letter that details editing and writing experience, in addition to insurance experience
Must be willing to complete a paid editing test
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
LendingTree will not provide or assume sponsorship for employment visas

Nice To Haves

Project management and/or freelancer management experience
Interest in and fluency with AI tools
Experience with spreadsheet tools (e.g. Excel), and comfort working with data to spot content and search opportunities

Responsibilities

Assign, edit, and publish content by in-house and contributing writers across multiple insurance products
Serve as a subject-matter expert in insurance, ensuring content is accurate, clear, and helpful
Partner with writers and other editors to improve content quality, substance, and style across the entire insurance SEO library
Oversee editorial workflows and publishing priorities, proactively resolving challenges and bottlenecks to keep high-quality content on schedule
Help identify and close content gaps as the library scales, ensuring consistency and high quality across topics and formats
Occasionally speak externally to the media about insurance content and research
Identify opportunities to improve search performance across the vertical
Ensure content meets strict editorial and compliance standards before publishing
Coach writers with clear feedback
Write copy as needed