Editor - Content Marketing Team at Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick LTD

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jan, 26

Salary

65000.0

Posted On

01 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Editing, SEO, AEO, AP Style, Content Optimization, Collaboration, AI Tools, Fact-Checking, Proofreading, Project Management, Legal Marketing, Content Management Systems, Readability Optimization, Content Accessibility, Feedback, Coaching

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Description This position can be located in our Providence, RI headquarters or our office in Atlanta, GA. Position Overview: The Editor will play a key role on a dynamic content marketing team dedicated to producing authoritative, accessible, and search-optimized content for a nationally recognized law firm. This position is ideal for an experienced editor who combines strong command of formal style guides with strategic understanding of digital publishing, search engine optimization (SEO), and answer engine optimization (AEO). The Editor will refine and elevate written work produced by attorneys, subject-matter experts, and marketing writers—ensuring every piece of content aligns with firm goals, meets editorial and ethical standards, and performs effectively across digital channels. Key Responsibilities: Edit, fact-check, and proofread long-form and short-form content including blogs, web pages, video scripts, email campaigns, and social media posts for clarity, accuracy, tone, and compliance with firm and legal marketing standards. Apply AP Style and other formal style guides, with the ability to adapt voice and tone to different audiences (veterans, claimants, caregivers, attorneys, etc.). Optimize content for SEO and AEO, including on-page structure, semantic markup, meta descriptions, and schema alignment, while maintaining editorial integrity and readability. Collaborate with SEO strategists, writers, and attorneys to ensure all content reflects current legal accuracy, keyword strategy, and topical authority. Use AI tools in sophisticated ways—such as assisted editing, keyword clustering, competitive content analysis, and data-informed topic research—to enhance quality and efficiency. Manage editorial workflows, including content review stages, version control, and final approval for publication. Provide constructive feedback and editorial coaching to writers to maintain consistency and quality across the team. Monitor content performance and collaborate with analytics and digital strategy teams to refine editorial decisions based on measurable impact. Ensure adherence to ethical and professional standards governing legal advertising and attorney communications. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or a related field. Minimum of five years of professional editing experience, ideally within a legal, technical, or professional services environment. Demonstrated experience editing with AP Style, Chicago Manual of Style, or other formal editorial standards. Proven success optimizing content for search and featured-answer visibility using tools such as Google Search Console, SEMrush, Clearscope, or comparable platforms. Experience using AI-assisted tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Jasper, Grammarly Business, SurferSEO) in advanced editorial workflows. Strong understanding of digital publishing, readability optimization, and content accessibility best practices. Excellent attention to detail, strong project management skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. Collaborative mindset and comfort working closely with attorneys, marketing strategists, and subject-matter experts. Preferred Skills: Experience in legal marketing or with regulated professional content. Familiarity with content management systems (WordPress or equivalent). Knowledge of Google EEAT principles and schema implementation. Ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, reader-focused language. Compensation & Benefits: Salary: $60,000 - $65,000, depending on experience Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, including employer-paid medical insurance for employees Gym membership reimbursement 15 days of PTO (increasing with tenure) plus 12 paid company holidays in 2025 401k matching Paid Parental Leave

Responsibilities

The Editor will edit, fact-check, and proofread various forms of content to ensure clarity, accuracy, and compliance with legal marketing standards. They will also collaborate with writers and strategists to optimize content for SEO and AEO while maintaining editorial integrity.