Managing Editor, MoneySense

Ratehub

1d • Remote

About The Position

MoneySense is a trusted Canadian personal finance brand with over 25 years of history, now part of Ratehub Inc. since 2018. It maintains editorial independence while leveraging fintech infrastructure to help Canadians with their financial decisions across spending, saving, borrowing, investing, and protection. The brand is at a pivotal moment, adapting to changing content consumption and the rise of AI, emphasizing the value of trusted, human-led journalism. This role is crucial in shaping MoneySense's future by combining journalistic craft with data-driven product strategies.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in digital journalism or editorial publishing.
• At least 2 years in a leadership or senior editorial role.
• Deep knowledge of the Canadian personal finance landscape (mortgages, investing, taxes, banking).
• Proven ability to lead a content operation end-to-end.
• Track record of managing freelancers and subject-matter experts.
• Expertise in SEO and working knowledge of GEO.
• Ability to turn search and generative engine data into an actionable editorial plan.
• Experience with newsletter platforms and audience engagement strategies.
• Experience with data-led storytelling, including interpreting public datasets and translating them into reader-friendly insights.
• Exceptional editing skills (accuracy, clarity, brand voice).
• Proficiency with WordPress (or similar CMS), SEMrush (or similar SEO tools), and Google Analytics.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

• Professional financial designations (e.g., CFP, QAFP, or CSC) or a deep background in financial services.
• Experience with AI-aided workflow tools and a practical understanding of how to use them to improve editorial efficiency and research.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end editorial process, ensuring content meets high standards for accuracy, independence, and authority.
• Rethink the editorial calendar to reflect shifts in consumer behavior, prioritizing high-value, expert-led content.
• Recruit, brief, and manage freelance contributors and financial professionals.
• Assign and edit content optimized for both traditional search (SEO) and generative engines (GEO).
• Prioritize proprietary data, original reporting, and expert insight that AI cannot replicate.
• Produce data-led stories by combining Canadian public datasets with Ratehub’s proprietary data.
• Lead reactive coverage for major financial events, ensuring expert-led analysis is published quickly.
• Develop reporting formats featuring real Canadians and expert commentary.
• Manage the update cycle for 'Best of' guides and cornerstone content.
• Monitor performance metrics to identify shifts in reader discovery and interaction.
• Use data insights to optimize content, improving discoverability and the reader journey.
• Guide social media and newsletter distribution strategies.
• Oversee digital publishing workflows to ensure content adheres to brand standards.
• Work with product and engineering on interactive tools and content experiences.
• Collaborate with sales on branded content and sponsorship packages while maintaining editorial independence.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Remote-First Environment
• Flexible Hours
• Comprehensive Benefits (Full health and dental coverage with no employee-paid premiums)
• RRSP Matching
• Professional Development (Individual training allowance)
• Team Socials

What This Job Offers

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