Editor

About the role

Drives editorial quality across the business by helping to improve analyst writing, delivering coaching and training, and setting standards to enable clear, consistent and high-impact client communication. Manages Assistant Editor. Across our team's four pillars - Editing and judgement o Improve complex, high-profile and strategically important reports and client deliverables o Diagnose root causes of writing issues (logic, structure, clarity, language barriers), identify trends across teams and recommend targeted training, resources or interventions o Apply strong editorial judgement to improve readability, coherence and client impact - Training and coaching o Deliver training sessions and develop practical learning materials and resources o Coach analysts to strengthen their writing and communication skills, particularly senior analysts and English language improvers (ELIs) o Conduct targeted 121 coaching to support analyst development, improve confidence and reduce managerial workload - Collaboration and leadership o Build credibility with senior stakeholders, collaborate across functions and advise teams on improving communication and editorial quality o Manage and mentor the Assistant Editor, setting expectations, supporting development and delegating work effectively o Contribute ideas to improve editorial processes, workflows and team efficiency, including the responsible use of AI tools - Standards and governance o Demonstrate leadership in editorial standards, judgement and best practice, interpreting style guidance flexibly to maintain clarity, consistency and readability o Manage and evolve the style guide in collaboration with the VP, supporting consistency across teams while adapting guidance where needed o Support responsible use of AI by helping analysts understand best practices, limitations and editorial risks, and by identifying quality, accuracy or originality concerns where relevant Skills and behaviours Excellent attention to detail and strong command of grammar, style and Wood Mackenzie's editorial expectations Strong understanding of the energy landscape and the needs of a specialist audience Sound judgement, initiative and comfort dealing with ambiguity and competing priorities Confidence communicating with senior stakeholders and delivering constructive feedback clearly and fairly Collaborative mindset, curiosity and appetite to learn, improve and contribute ideas Impact Improve analyst communication skills, report quality and Wood Mackenzie's culture of editorial excellence Deliver measurable improvements in proofing support, efficiency and stakeholder feedback, as evidenced through dashboards, surveys and team feedback Support the successful development of the Assistant Editor through strong performance, increased responsibility and positive feedback Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen editorial quality, consistency and ways of working across the business #LI-MS1 Equal Opportunities We are an equal opportunities employer. This means we are committed to recruiting the best people regardless of their race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. You can find out more about your rights under the law at www.eeoc.gov If you are applying for a role and have a physical or mental disability, we will support you with your application or through the hiring process.