Editor

Limra And Loma•Atlanta, GA

11h•Hybrid

About The Position

Recognized as the trusted source for industry knowledge, LIMRA and LOMA provides research, training, development, and networking solutions to financial services companies. In a rapidly changing marketplace, companies rely on us for our industry insight, practical solutions, and unwavering commitment to their success. Leading life insurance and financial services organizations around the world rely on our membership to make bottom-line decisions with greater confidence. They turn to us for: Research: Catalysts for new ideas, industry benchmarking, and strategic planning. Learning & Development: Programs to assess, train, and increase productivity, and develop future corporate leaders. Networking: Connections with industry leaders and peers through study groups, committees, and conferences. We are currently searching for an Editor for the Marketing & Communications division. The Editor is accountable for providing the necessary editorial services (proofreading, line editing, rewrites, full writing) based on individual client needs for all output of the marketing department (including but not limited to communications, campaigns, presentations, social media, blog posts, conference materials – brochures, programs, emails, signage, and scripts – magazines, newsletters, public relations, videos, and webinars, as well as from all other areas of LIMRA and LOMA (all research materials, publications forms, executive communications, course materials, EE newsletters, and product summaries) while adhering to strict service level agreements. This position will report to the Senior Editor. The role has a very flexible hybrid ‘Work for Your Day’ work arrangement. The role is hybrid in either Atlanta, GA, or Windsor, CT, or can be fulltime remote.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in writing, English, or journalism
Expert in Chicago Manual of Style and AP Style
Minimum 5+ years of copywriting experience, preferably in insurance or banking
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong knowledge of the full Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat.
A strong writing acumen to simplify the value of highly complex products, when needed
Ability to work under strict deadlines, successfully plan, organize and multi-task in a fast-paced, complex environment.
Ability to handle a high volume of work, often under difficult deadlines
Strong conceptual thinking and problem solving skills
Excellent understanding of traditional and online marketing methods (e-newsletters, print collateral, website content, social media etc.)
Team player, creative, organized and detail oriented
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Responsibilities

Ensure consistent adherence to brand standards, identifying and working with CVP of Marketing to resolve
Ensure that language and terminology is consistent across campaigns, communications, courses, products and solutions, and research
Maintain and ensure adherence to appropriate editorial style guides (AP and Chicago Manual of Style)
Verify that all statistics are sourced
Ensure correct disclosure language is used
Verify the accuracy of the information by checking against the creative brief (or other backup documentation)
Verify accuracy of all calls to action, including phone numbers, email addresses, and URLs
Ability to identify design inconsistencies or errors and partner with Design to resolve
Liaise between design and clients to ensure quality deliverables and timely response
Contribute to Marketing’s role in supporting strategic business objectives as a highly collaborative partner to internal clients
Editorial consultant to freelancers
Track, compile, and create monthly editorial metrics
Partner with Marketing Operations Manager to create and facilitate use of a streamlined tracking system
Ensure our content is inclusive and representative of LIMRA and LOMA’s commitment to inclusiveness