Senior Editor

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Develops and executes content strategy and plan aligned to the business' internal and external objectives. Produces content to support thought leadership, pre-positioning for proposals, campaigns, services, product and events.  Content creation may be in the form of blogs, articles, reports, case studies, videos, website text, podcasts or infographics - both digital and when relevant, in print.  Manages content calendars and timelines to achieve required deadlines.

• Understands AECOM's organization, client base and strategic priorities.  Establishes relationships with key stakeholders within AECOM.
• Grows knowledge of content development techniques and best practices by attending industry events, seminars and networking opportunities.
• Synthesize technical information, translate it into plain language, and add marketing flair to project summaries, resumes, methodologies, executive summaries, and other technical bid sections or attachments with minimal supervision
• Develops and implements content plans and campaigns relating to specific proposals, business lines or market sectors using a range of channels and tactics.
• Continues to grow knowledge of how to develop content optimized for the web, podcast, emails, intranets and proposals.
• Is skilled in the production of content across a range of formats such as social media, brochures, infographics, blogs, reports, articles and podcasts.
• Performs work in accordance with agreed objectives, budget and timescale with little/no supervision.
• Analyzes and reports performance of content and may make recommendations for action.
• Proposes ideas and possible approaches to achieve business/campaign objectives and sees content production through to implementation and delivery.
• Assist in other ad hoc communication tasks requiring developmental editorial support
• Mentor colleagues in applying the company's best practices in copywriting or corporate correspondences to maintain a professional standard in all AECOM communications as an ambassador of the company’s brand voice
• Develop relationships with external stakeholders (social media reps / agencies) to stay informed of new trends, metrics and benchmarks.

Minimum Requirements:

• Candidates must be open for midshift or night shift schedule (3pm to 12mn / 9pm to 6am)
• Candidates must be open to a hybrid setup (AECOM's Freedom to Grow Initiative).
• 5+ years' experience in editing or 5+ years' experience in a writing-intensive role
• Experience in developmental editing, line editing, and copyediting
• Has editorial judgment, critical thinking, and research skills
• Knowledge and ability to apply the Associated Press (AP) style
• Experience in journalism, marketing, public relations, advertising or public information, or other communication-related field.

Attributes:

• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate within a specific group of internal and external customers. (Communication)
• Ability to maintain good customer relationship with the ability to proactively support customer needs and requirements. (Customer Service)
• Ability to be thorough and meticulous in completing multiple assigned tasks within deadline and in identifying errors, duplicates, and discrepancies through defined methods. (Attention to Detail)
• Ability to identify, assess, and resolve simple to moderate issues by following defined policies and procedures. (Problem Solving)

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About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.