Editorial Manager Jobs

Editorial Managers guide the people, processes, and standards behind compelling, accurate content. They lead editorial teams, oversee publishing calendars, and help organizations deliver work that serves readers and supports business goals. Explore vetted Editorial Manager opportunities on Ladders, including roles at organizations hiring experienced professionals for positions that pay $100,000 or more.

What Does an Editorial Manager Do?

Editorial Manager responsibilities vary by employer and industry. Common duties include setting editorial priorities, assigning and reviewing work, managing deadlines, maintaining style and quality standards, and coordinating with writers, designers, marketers, subject-matter experts, and executives. Some roles focus on digital publishing, while others oversee corporate communications, journalism, books, or specialized content.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers often look for strong editing and writing judgment, people-management experience, project planning, and the ability to communicate a clear editorial vision. Familiarity with content management systems, audience analytics, SEO, and publishing workflows may also be valuable. Industry knowledge and experience balancing accuracy, brand voice, and production timelines can help candidates stand out.

Editorial Manager Career Opportunities

Editorial Managers can pursue leadership roles across media, technology, healthcare, finance, education, and other sectors. Depending on the organization, the position may offer a path to senior editorial leadership, content strategy, or broader communications management. Compare opportunities by responsibilities, team structure, workplace expectations, and compensation to find a role aligned with your experience and goals.

Find Editorial Manager Jobs on Ladders

Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Browse Editorial Manager listings to discover roles where you can shape content programs, develop editorial talent, and help deliver work that earns audience trust.

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$130K - $242K *

Unlock organizational potential by enhancing operational workflows, supporting leadership alignment, and driving cross-functional initiatives. This role emphasizes clear communication and strategic ex...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by defining and executing a comprehensive communications strategy, enhancing industry credibility, fostering local relationships, and supporting recruitment efforts in a dynamic en...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $158K *

Join a team that's leading complex projects with enterprise-wide impact. Influence decision-making, drive alignment across functions, and enhance project management practices while delivering meaningf...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Lead cybersecurity program management efforts to maintain compliance and security. Ensure effective contract execution and oversight across multiple cybersecurity operations, while coordinating with s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $145K *

Join our dynamic team as a proactive resource manager, optimizing talent allocation in a fast-paced creative studio. Collaborate with producers and leads to ensure efficient resource planning and maxi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Oversee and manage AI data operations programs, ensuring high-quality data for model training. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve challenges and implement scalable solutions that align...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving AI innovation by managing data operations programs that enhance model training and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality data delivery for...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of product marketing by crafting compelling narratives and go-to-market strategies that resonate in regulated industries, while driving collaboration and enabling sales teams to succe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $100K *

Shape the future of integrated project management by leading diverse teams, ensuring flawless execution, and driving project success through strategic collaboration and effective communication across...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $100K *

Champion integrated project delivery by leading teams, managing schedules, and ensuring flawless execution. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to meet client goals while maintaining budget and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $121K *

Champion legal operations excellence by driving process improvements, metrics establishment, and AI integration to enhance workflow efficiencies and support the Legal team in dynamic, fast-paced envir...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Engage with us to lead a dynamic team in delivering high-quality assurance, tax, and consulting services. Drive client relationships, mentor professionals, and enhance your leadership skills while con...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$245K - $285K *

Drive the development of policies to prevent AI misuse, ensuring compliance with integrity and authenticity standards. Collaborate across teams to shape frameworks addressing surveillance, privacy, an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex proposal efforts for Federal Market operations, collaborating with diverse teams to deliver compelling submissions while mentoring staff and ensuring compliance wit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$180K - $220K *

Lead and innovate in the Securities Financing Transactions (SFT) Clearing space, overseeing strategy, product development, and client engagement while managing operational performance and fostering a...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Transform the future of securities financing by leading strategic growth, client engagement, and operational excellence while driving innovation within a high-performing team in a dynamic financial en...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Manage all operational aspects of site projects, ensuring safety, efficiency, and budget adherence while leading teams to exceed performance goals and deliver exceptional customer service...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$121K - $194K *

Drive operational excellence by leading media delivery initiatives, optimizing processes, and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance performance and client satisfaction in a dynamic media env...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $151K *

Lead quality engineering initiatives, ensuring new products transition from development to high-volume production. Collaborate across teams and geographies to enhance supplier processes and maintain w...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize the implementation of Epic Clinical EHR for State Healthcare Facilities, leading project planning, stakeholder engagement, and team coordination while ensuring quality, scope, and communicati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Transform contributor supply by leading a dynamic Marketplace team. Drive acquisition, activation, and retention strategies to ensure a reliable source of qualified contributors for diverse production...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining contributor supply in a dynamic marketplace. As General Manager, you'll lead a high-output team, ensuring a reliable source of qualified contributors while driving engage...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $125K *

Oversee complex commercial contracting and negotiations across multiple business segments, providing strategic guidance on pricing, policy, and risk management. Drive contract strategy and execution t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $125K *

Unlock strategic potential by leading complex contract negotiations across diverse business segments. Drive revenue optimization and risk mitigation through expert guidance on pricing, policy, and inn...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex commercial contracting and negotiations, optimizing revenue and mitigating risks across multiple business segments. Drive strategy, enhance contract frameworks, and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Editorial Manager do?question toggle

    An Editorial Manager oversees editorial planning and production. The role may include managing editors or writers, assigning and reviewing content, maintaining quality standards, coordinating schedules, and aligning published work with audience and organizational goals.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Editorial Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the employer, but many positions seek substantial writing or editing experience, a record of managing projects or teams, strong communication skills, and familiarity with relevant publishing tools and workflows. Some employers also require expertise in a particular industry.

  • Where do Editorial Managers work?question toggle

    Editorial Managers work in a range of settings, including media and publishing, technology, corporate communications, healthcare, finance, education, and nonprofit organizations. Their focus may be print, digital, brand, or specialized content.

  • How can I find high-paying Editorial Manager jobs?question toggle

    Browse Editorial Manager listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each posting for salary details, responsibilities, location, and workplace expectations.