Senior Editor – Executive Communications

Valid8 Financial, Inc.; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A company in the financial sector seeks a Senior Editor to provide high-level writing and editing support for executive communications in a hybrid environment. The role includes editing correspondence, ensuring compliance with DoD standards, conducting research, and maintaining quality control of documentation. Ideal candidates will have strong writing experience, attention to detail, and a preferred background in English or Journalism. This position is contingent on contract win.

Qualifications

• Strong professional writing and editing experience.
• Familiarity with government/DoD correspondence standards preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work with sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Edit and proofread executive correspondence and reports.
• Ensure compliance with DoD writing standards and formats.
• Conduct research and fact-checking.
• Draft and refine leadership communications.
• Maintain quality control for all outgoing documentation.
• Assist with SOPs, manuals, and official publications.

Skills

Professional writing experience

Editing skills

Attention to detail

Ability to handle sensitive information

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, or related field

Job description

Senior Editor – Executive Communications

Location: National Capital Region (Hybrid)
Clearance: Secret or Top Secret

Job Type: Full-Time

Overview

We are looking for a Senior Editor to provide high-level writing, editing, and quality assurance support for executive communications.

Responsibilities

• Edit and proofread executive correspondence and reports
• Ensure compliance with DoD writing standards and formats
• Conduct research and fact‑checking
• Draft and refine leadership communications
• Maintain quality control for all outgoing documentation
• Assist with SOPs, manuals, and official publications

Qualifications

• Strong professional writing and editing experience
• Familiarity with government/DoD correspondence standards preferred
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work with sensitive information
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, or related field preferred

*Position contingent on contract win.

Summit is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Summit gives preference to protected veterans. Position descriptions serve as a guideline and may not be construed as a guarantee of employment. Summit is an at-will organization.