Managing Editor & Director – ADP Research

ADP•Roseland, NJ

About The Position

ADP is hiring a Managing Editor & Director for ADP Research, a source of labor market data and evidence-based insights on the economy and the world of work. The role defines and elevates the editorial standard for ADP Research, shaping rigorous analysis created with economists, researchers, and senior business partners into distinctive, credible, audience-ready content for business leaders, policymakers, and the public. The Managing Editor & Director leads editorial development across research reports, analytical articles, presentations, and digital content, from concept through publication. The position also manages website content through a CMS and provides editorial leadership for executive messaging, media-facing content, and external thought leadership. The role calls for strong editorial judgment, deep familiarity with economics or research-driven content, and the ability to sharpen arguments, identify the core story, challenge assumptions, and maintain accuracy and integrity. ADP Research content includes the monthly National Employment Report, the weekly NER Pulse, in-depth reports, and analysis distributed across digital, media, and live platforms. The position may be hybrid in Roseland, New Jersey, or remote. Applications are accepted until November 13, 2026.

Requirements

10+ years of experience writing, editing, or leading editorial work in economics, labor market analysis, business journalism, financial reporting, public policy, or research-driven content.
Deep experience editing analytically rigorous content in economics, finance, labor market analysis, or adjacent fields.
Exceptional writing, editing, and copyediting skills, including strong command of American English and Associated Press style.
Ability to translate complex concepts, data, and research findings into clear, digestible, high-impact language.
Strong instinct for identifying the core story, clarifying the main message, and shaping content for the intended audience.
Demonstrated skill in fact-checking, numerical precision, and strengthening research-based writing through thoughtful challenge.
Experience managing multiple fast-moving projects while maintaining a consistently high editorial bar.
Strong stakeholder management skills, including confidence and tact when working with senior contributors.
Experience managing and publishing content through content management systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, analytics platforms, and workflow or collaboration tools.
Bachelor’s degree in economics, journalism, English, communications, a related field, or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Experience in business journalism, economic reporting, or high-level thought leadership publishing.
Experience supporting a public-facing research brand or executive thought leadership platform.
Experience with multimedia storytelling and digital audience growth.
Experience working across global or highly matrixed teams.

Responsibilities

Lead editorial development of research reports, analytical articles, presentations, and digital content from concept through publication.
Manage website content through the CMS, including creating, inputting, editing, formatting, organizing, and publishing content and digital assets.
Set and uphold a distinctive editorial voice and standards for clarity, rigor, tone, accuracy, and brand alignment.
Partner with economists, data scientists, and subject-matter experts to turn complex analysis into compelling, audience-centered narratives.
Edit content for structure, argument, insight, and precision, as well as language and flow.
Evaluate research claims, data interpretation, and methodology; identify logical gaps, weak framing, and overstatement before publication.
Develop headlines, framing, and story packages that improve relevance, reach, and impact.
Shape digital and social content to extend ADP Research’s influence across channels.
Use audience insight and performance analytics to improve content strategy over time.
Provide editorial leadership for executive messaging, media-facing content, and external thought leadership.
Influence stakeholders across functions while protecting the quality and integrity of the final product.