Editor, International Financial Law Review (IFLR)

Location: New York, NY

Work Type: Hybrid (minimum 2x per week in office)

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We are seeking a strategic, driven and editorially excellent Editor to lead the direction of IFLR. This is a senior role suited to an experienced B2B Editor with a passion for journalism, deep curiosity, and the ability to mentor and inspire a talented team.

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in redefining a prestigious brand during a pivotal moment in its evolution. You’ll join a dynamic, supportive, and ambitious environment with plenty of scope for professional development and impact.

What will you do?

• Write and edit content to an excellent standard
• Bring fresh ideas while executing IFLR’s ‘business of law’ editorial strategy
• Lead, manage and coach one editorial team member
• Use data analytics to inform editorial decisions and measure success
• Leverage proprietary research data to boost editorial coverage
• Build and maintain a strong book of industry contacts through networking and events
• Co-chair IFLR Awards ceremonies – approx. 3 per year
• Collaborate across functions including research, marketing, and sales
• Prioritise and deliver projects efficiently under tight deadlines
• Confidently use AI to support and create content
• Commission and edit expert commentary from legal professionals and industry leaders

Skills & qualifications to succeed in this role:

• Exceptional written English and editing ability
• Strong sense of journalistic instinct and a keen eye for a compelling story
• Proven leadership and mentoring skills
• Strategic thinker
• Bold, and unafraid to test new concepts
• Confident networker and relationship-builder
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Curious and eager to understand complex legal and financial topics
• Sound knowledge of B2B publishing dynamics

Your background & experience:

• At least 5 years’ experience in B2B journalism or editing
• Journalism qualification ideal
• Undergraduate degree or higher
• Spanish language skills a bonus

Join Our Team!

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Are you passionate and eager to make a difference? We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team at Legal Benchmarking Group.
Don't Have All the Skills? No problem! If you are passionate, motivated, and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply. We value diverse perspectives and believe that everyone has something unique to offer.

Why Join Us?

We offer a competitive compensation package which empowers our employees to thrive both professionally and personally. Our benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage, 401K plan, flexible work arrangements, vacation time & paid holidays & learning resources.

The base salary range for this role is from $80,000.00 USD - $100,000.00 USD (salary commensurate with experience). This position is also eligible for a variable bonus administered at the sole discretion of the Company.

About Us:

IFLR (International Financial Law Review) is a leading source of insight and analysis on the world’s financial-legal markets. We are an authoritative voice in the legal benchmarking space, trusted by professionals around the globe. As part of a newly acquired and fast-evolving company, we offer an exciting opportunity to shape editorial direction during a time of transformation and growth.

Legal Benchmarking Group is the leading practice-area research and rankings, insights, and awards provider for global law firms. Our focus on Financial & Corporate, Litigation, Intellectual Property, and Tax provides differentiation and intelligence for practitioners who depend on highly specialised, cross-border collaboration between law firms and corporate counsel.

We pride ourselves on our P.A.C.E. culture: proactive, agile, customer-focused, entrepreneurial, which enables knowledgeable professionals to do their best work. We also believe in autonomy, accountability, passion, and a sense of humor. For more information on LBG, visit: www.legalbenchmarkinggroup.com

Legal Benchmarking Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.