Associate Editor, Moneywise.com

Wise Publishing, Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive publishing company in Toronto is seeking an Associate Editor to join their team. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 2 years in news editing and be passionate about personal finance. You will ensure content quality for a U.S. audience and work in a hybrid environment, with competitive benefits. This role offers the opportunity to grow in a supportive, dynamic workplace.

Benefits

Comprehensive dental, medical, and vision benefits

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Quarterly company-wide team outings

Flexible hybrid work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of proven experience in news editing, preferably in a digital newsroom.
• Strong knowledge of AP and/or CP style.
• Proven writing and editing skills, with good instincts for flow and organization.

Responsibilities

• Review news and feature articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, style, and clarity.
• Fact-check and verify all information for accuracy.
• Collaborate with writers to refine content and maintain consistency.
• Optimize content for monetization and manage the syndication process.
• Participate in editorial meetings and suggest relevant content ideas.
• Stay updated with industry standards in journalism and personal finance.

Skills

News editing

Communication skills

Collaboration

Personal finance knowledge

Proficiency in content management systems

SEO best practices

Job description

Editorial Full Time Toronto, ON Hybrid $70,000 - $80,000 CAD per year

At Wise Publishing, we’re on a mission to help North Americans make better financial decisions and live richer lives. We believe financial literacy is the key to a better future, and we reach millions of readers each month through our widely-read digital publications : Moneywise.com and Money.ca .

We're a close-knit team of techies, creatives and wordsmiths who genuinely care about our craft and each other. We move fast, stay curious, and treat every challenge as a learning opportunity. If you're looking to grow your career while making a meaningful impact, we'd love to meet you.

The Role

Ready to see your work featured on Yahoo Finance, MSN News, Apple News, and more?

Wise Publishing is growing, and we are looking for a meticulous and self-directed Associate Editor to join our Moneywise.com team. If you are passionate about personal finance and have a keen eye for detail, this role is for you. As an Associate Editor, you will ensure the quality and accuracy of content published on Moneywise.com for a U.S. audience and distributed to various syndication partners. Reporting to the Deputy Editor, your role will involve editing and optimizing articles on various personal finance topics, ensuring adherence to editorial standards and managing the syndication process to maximize the reach and impact of our content.

Responsibilities (What You’ll Do) :

• Review news and feature articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, style, and clarity, ensuring they meet editorial standards and engage the audience.
• Fact-check and verify all information for accuracy and ensure alignment with industry best practices.
• Collaborate with writers to refine content, improve richness, and maintain consistency in tone, voice, and style across all articles.
• Optimize content for monetization through responsible affiliate marketing while adhering to editorial and compliance guidelines.
• Manage the syndication process, including preparing content for external platforms, staying informed about formatting requirements, and monitoring performance to make data-driven improvements.
• Participate in editorial meetings, contribute to the pitch approval process, and suggest relevant content ideas informed by U.S. current events and personal finance trends.
• Stay updated with industry standards in journalism and personal finance to maintain high-quality output and ensure alignment with audience interests.

What You'll Bring :

Minimum of 2 years of proven experience in news editing, preferably in a digital newsroom.

Strong knowledge of AP and / or CP style.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Knowledge or experience in personal finance topics is preferred.

Proficiency in content management systems and syndication platforms.

Knowledge of SEO best practices in news content is a plus.

Proven writing and editing skills, with good instincts for flow and organization.

The Interview Process :

1st : Initial Chat with HR Talent Partner (30 mins via Google Meet)

2nd : Interview with Deputy Editor (45 mins video via Google Meet)

3rd : Take home editing assessment - you will be given 3-5 days to complete the task and send it back for us to review.

4th : Interview with Senior Editor (45 minutes via Google Meet)

More Perks and Reasons to Join :

We’re proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work for 4 years running!

A hybrid work environment and a beautiful midtown Toronto office for when you want to collaborate in person

A flexible hybrid work environment; most of our team works 1-2 days a week in the office

Top-tier benefits include comprehensive dental / medical / vision as well as Health Spending Account (HSA), telemedical and wellness program, and 4% RRSP match!

Quarterly company-wide team outings and events

Free in-office snacks, espresso, and an outdoor patio

A supportive learning environment

To apply : Please submit a PDF version of your resume as well as an attachment or link to a work sample. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, due to the volume of applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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