Our Editor will edit Capstone’s research reports, due diligence projects and proposals and help direct our overall editorial and content strategy. The ideal candidate should be experienced in professional writing and copy-editing, with an interest in public policy and finance. Candidates should be prepared to take on a significant amount of responsibility and work in an intense, but rewarding, environment. All written communication will be in English, work hours will be either in standard UK or US work hours.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Copyedit Capstone’s research reports for accuracy, format, and style
- Ensure text is well-written and logically structured
- Check and apply proofing and design changes to documents
- Shepherd reports through the editing and production cycle
- Check facts and raise queries with the author(s)
- Look out for potential compliance problems and discuss as appropriate with author(s) and senior management
- Understand and enrich Capstone’s written work
- Develop, maintain and execute company-wide style guides
Desired Skills and Competencies:
- An affinity for communicating clearly in written as well as oral form
- Proven ability to work in a timely manner
- Highly focused and detail-oriented
- Analytical mind with keen interest in policy and investing
- Robust understanding of the company’s business, strategies and procedures
- Strong client service and interpersonal skills
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Full professional proficiency in English
- Degree required
- Minimum of 8 years of editing experience
- High academic achievement
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
What We Do
Capstone is a global strategy firm helping corporations, industries, and investors navigate the local, national, and international policy and regulatory landscape. With offices in Washington, DC, Houston, London, Brussels, and Sydney, our work explores how policy affects companies, industries, and investments in the financial services, health care, TMT, and energy sectors. We work with a diverse group of corporate and investor clients producing actionable investment research based on our deep-dive analysis of public policy.
