Senior Editor - Strategy & Corporate Finance

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Engage and inspire colleagues through thought partnership and leadership skills to advance the firm's publishing objectives.
• Manage editorial publications and programs, coordinating with relevant McKinsey publishing groups and stakeholders to ensure projects are completed, approved, produced, and published on time.
• Act as a thought partner and service provider (e.g., line editor) working with McKinsey authors to develop publishing strategies that support firm objectives.
• Develop persuasive storylines and write compelling drafts on business topics related to strategy and corporate finance, including M&A, portfolio strategy, CEO excellence, board services, innovation, geopolitics, and risk management.
• Shape content into various editorial products such as articles, white papers, reports, blog posts, podcasts, and videos in collaboration with authors and stakeholders.
• Review and edit content to ensure consistency of voice, tone, style, and adherence to firm style and risk guidelines, providing advisory support to authors.
• Communicate clearly with internal and external teams and McKinsey leadership to support an increasing volume of editorial projects.
• Lead projects or workstreams independently or with a team, staying informed on business news, trends, and firm research to ensure content relevance.
• Support entry-level and junior editors' development and contribute to additional ad hoc editorial projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or University degree; an advanced degree in journalism is a plus.
• Experience in business writing and editing, including digital publishing, preferably for an English-language business publication or professional-services firm.
• Deep understanding of global business trends and detailed knowledge of strategy and corporate finance.
• Data literacy and familiarity with audience engagement tools such as SEO and social media.
• Strong mastery of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint) and team collaboration tools (SharePoint, Slack, Zoom).
• Proficiency and fluency in verbal and written English; other language skills are a plus.
• Excellent editorial skills, judgment, and business literacy, with the ability to quickly absorb complex ideas and produce accessible copy.
• Excellent communication skills (oral, written, presentation).
• Confidence in interacting with senior staff and subject-matter experts, with the ability to achieve consensus among multiple stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to challenge content based on industry knowledge.
• Exceptional project management and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects, manage complex processes, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently in a low-structure environment, deal with ambiguity, and proactively seek guidance when needed.

Nice to Have

• Advanced degree in journalism.
• Other language skills beyond English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/University degree; advanced degree in journalism a plus.
• Experience in business writing and editing, including digital publishing.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary based on location, experience, and skills.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, mental health, and vision coverage for employees and their families.
• Resources, mentorship, and opportunities for professional growth.
• Structured learning and apprenticeship programs.
• A diverse, global community that values ideas and contributions.