Senior Editor, McKinsey Global Institute

$153,000 - $204,000/Yr

McKinsey - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Chicago, IL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Editor for the McKinsey Global Institute (MGI) will play a crucial role in transforming quantitative research findings into engaging multimedia content. This position involves drafting and editing long-form research reports, managing editorial projects, and collaborating with various teams to ensure high-quality outputs that align with MGI's objectives. The role requires a blend of editorial expertise, project management skills, and the ability to synthesize complex information into accessible formats for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Draft and edit long-form research reports for MGI and other research institutes.
• Manage editorial projects through outlining, drafting, revising, approvals, production, and launch.
• Collaborate with research teams to build storylines and sharpen messages.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of research while adhering to guidelines.
• Produce shorter articles for McKinsey outlets and external publications.
• Create social media assets and video scripts in collaboration with the digital editor.
• Engage with internal and external teams to support editorial projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's/university degree or equivalent required; advanced degree in economics, business, or journalism is a plus.
• 10+ years of experience in business writing and editing, preferably for an English-language business publication or professional-services firm.
• Proficiency in verbal and written English; other language skills are a plus.
• Exceptional editorial skills, judgment, and economics and business literacy.
• Broad understanding of current events and trends in economics, business, policy, and technology.
• Data literacy and ability to evaluate and edit complex charts.
• Excellent communication skills (oral, written, presentation).
• Ability to manage and coach other editors' professional development.
• Excellent organization and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently in a low-structure environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with audience engagement strategies such as SEO and social media.
• Willingness to work across global time zones and travel occasionally.

Benefits

• Medical, mental health, dental and vision coverage.
• Telemedicine services.
• Life, accident, and disability insurance.
• Parental leave and family planning benefits.
• Caregiving resources.
• Generous retirement contributions program.
• Financial guidance and paid time off.