About the Role
This is an onsite position with five days per week (M-F) in office required at our Washington, DC newsroom.
MLex is seeking a copy editor who will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy, clarity, and consistency of our legal news content.
The copy editor will be responsible for editing and proofreading articles and other editorial materials related to legal topics, ranging from court cases and legislative news to legal analysis.
Responsibilities
Editing and proofreading written materials to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency
Collaborating with writers and other team members to develop and refine content
Ensuring that all written materials adhere to established style and branding guidelines
Conducting research to ensure the accuracy of technical information
Reviewing and providing feedback on materials created by other team members
Managing multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
Requirements
Demonstrate proficiency in English, Journalism, or a related field at a Bachelor's degree level
Be highly proficient in grammar, punctuation, and spelling
Have experience with copy editing and proofreading at a news organization
Be able to work collaboratively with a team while also demonstrating self-sufficiency
Be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Be detail-oriented and able to maintain focus for extended periods of time
Possess a background in law, and / or experience in news or legal organizations is preferred
Work in a way that works for you
We promote a healthy work / life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people.
With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.
Working for you
We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer
Health Benefits : Comprehensive, multi-carrier program for medical, dental and vision benefits
Retirement Benefits : 401(k) with match and an Employee Share Purchase Plan
Wellbeing : Wellness platform with incentives, Headspace app subscription, Employee Assistance and Time-off Programs
Short-and-Long Term Disability, Life and Accidental Death Insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
Family Benefits, including bonding and family care leaves, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Health Savings, Health Care, Dependent Care and Commuter Spending Accounts
Up to two days of paid leave each to participate in Employee Resource Groups and to volunteer with your charity of choice
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