Copy Editor

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands.

We’re looking to hire a skilled Copy Editor to join our client’s fast-paced marketing team within the financial sector. This role is responsible for editing and proofreading a range of marketing materials, ensuring clarity, accuracy, consistency, and adherence to brand and regulatory standards. You will collaborate across departments to manage content quality and ensure timely delivery of materials.

This is a full-time, hybrid 6-month project opportunity working in the Los Angeles office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, transitioning to Monday through Thursday beginning September 8, 2025.

Responsibilities: 

• Edit and proofread print and digital content for grammar, clarity, consistency, style, tone, and compliance.
• Verify data and statistics against internal and external sources; ensure compliance with disclosure requirements.
• Manage updates to quarterly/annual materials, including statistical content and investment/risk disclosures.
• Utilize digital tools to confirm information is correctly reflected across all web and digital channels.
• Apply copyediting best practices to maintain accuracy while conforming to layout limitations.
• Monitor and incorporate compliance updates into marketing materials to ensure legal and regulatory alignment.
• Stay current on internal style guides and industry-standard tools (e.g., AP Stylebook, Chicago Manual of Style).
• Maintain consistent tone and style across communication channels.
• Identify and solve moderately complex content issues with sound editorial judgment.
• Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, displaying strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Manage project timelines, production schedules, and version control with strong attention to detail.

• 3–5 years of professional copyediting experience, ideally in financial, pharmaceutical, or medical industries.
• Strong command of grammar, punctuation, syntax, and style (Chicago and AP).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.
• Familiarity with financial and investment terminology and compliance requirements.

Perks & Benefits: 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Program
• Commuter Benefit
• eLearning
• Education Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Development
• *To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.

To learn more about this Copy Editor opportunity, apply now. Our recruitment team will be in touch, guide you through the interview process, and advocate on your behalf.

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.