Editor

Join us for a bright future…Discover where your talent fits best at ALM!

Our network of more than 450+ employees globally is united by a shared understanding that the work we do makes a direct impact on the success of our customers and audiences. Our collaborative environment provides a vast amount of opportunities for career development. Our goal is to hire industry’s top talent, offer growth opportunities and provide a fulfilling working environment.

Here at ALM, we are a customer-focused and market-driven company dedicated to the success of the customers we serve with our information products and marketing services and events. Across ALM, our teams deliver premium content to professionals in the legal, finance, real estate and insurance industries.

We promote and value innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. We believe that integrity must be at the heart of everything we do. We foster an environment of trust and teamwork and believe that employee empowerment drives our progress and success as a business. We insist on quality and continuous improvement in all that we do. We have a winning attitude and seek to celebrate all of our successes … big and small.

Salary Range: 60,000 – 70,000 USD Annually

The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Total compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.

Although this is a remote position, due to business registration, applicants who live in AK, AL, AR, HI, IA, ID, KS, MT, ND, NE, NM, NV, RI, SD, UT, WA, and WY, cannot be considered for this position.

About the role: Law.com Radar, an innovative legal news source that combines editorial savvy with advanced data processing, is seeking a full-time editor focused on U.S. courts and litigation.

Our ideal candidate is a strong writer and researcher, excels at breaking down complex subjects and has an interest or previous experience in U.S. law. This job is well-suited for individuals with a law or a journalism degree.

Hours / Location: This position is a remote role and will be staffed 9a to 6p PT (West Coast hours).

Responsibilities:

• Edit news briefs about newly filed lawsuits in federal and U.S. state courts. Work quickly to improve content and correct errors based on source material
• Edit news briefs about recent corporate transactions
• Master a proprietary content management system and apply taxonomy related to matter types, law firms, companies and industries
• Assist with essential data entry and data enrichment projects
• Collaborate with colleagues to share information, improve processes and overcome challenges

Qualifications:

• You are a strong writer with at least two years of professional experience in journalism, communications or a legal field.
• You are highly motivated with a demonstrated aptitude for learning new subjects and systems.
• You have high standards and can work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• You can write quickly and clearly without making errors. Even when juggling tasks, you have strong focus and attention to detail.
• You have an entrepreneurial, problem-solving spirit and thrive in a fast-paced news environment.
• A law degree or legal background is a plus.
• Some news or copy-writing experience is preferred.

Why you should join ALM...

• Generous Benefit Plans for Medical, Vision & Dental Coverage
• 401(K) Plan With Match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Personal Days & Sick Days)
• Summer Fridays - Early Office Closure
• Paid Holidays
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care & Medical Expenses
• Parental Leave
• Career Development Learning & Training Opportunities
• Educational Assistance
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Recognition Awards
• Short-term & Long-term Disability Coverage
• Flexible Work Schedules

ALM provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, ALM complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.