Managing Editor & Director – ADP Research

ADP•Roseland, NJ

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

ADP is hiring a Managing Editor & Director for ADP Research, which produces labor market data and evidence-based insights about the economy and the world of work, including the monthly National Employment Report, the weekly NER Pulse, in-depth reports, and analytical content for digital, media, and live platforms. The role defines and elevates the editorial standard for ADP Research, working closely with economists, researchers, and senior business partners to turn rigorous analysis into distinctive, credible, audience-ready content for business leaders, policymakers, and the public. The position requires strong grounding in economics, business journalism, or research-driven thought leadership, along with excellent editorial judgment and the ability to challenge assumptions, identify the strongest story, sharpen insights, and improve the quality of the underlying analysis. The role may be based hybrid in Roseland, New Jersey, or remotely.

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, or 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, entering, editing, formatting, organizing, and publishing content and digital assets while ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with editorial and brand standards.
Set and uphold a distinctive editorial voice and high standards for clarity, rigor, tone, and accuracy.
Partner with economists, data scientists, and subject-matter experts to translate complex analysis into compelling, audience-centered narratives.
Edit for structure, argument, insight, and precision as well as language and flow.
Exercise editorial judgment regarding 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 that extends ADP Research’s influence across channels.
Use audience insight and performance analytics to strengthen 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.