Senior Web Editorial Manager

Pay range: USD $100,000.00 - $146,800.00 / Year

Your opportunity

At Schwab, you're empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us "challenge the status quo" and transform the finance industry together.

We believe in the importance of in-office collaboration and fully intend for the selected candidate for this role to work on site in the specified location(s). This role is expected to be in the office 5 days a week.

Are you passionate about transforming complex financial concepts into clear, engaging stories? Join us as a Senior Web Editorial Manager and lead the editorial vision for our digital platforms. This is a unique hybrid role-part strategist, part editor, part writer-perfect for someone who thrives on setting direction and rolling up their sleeves to make it happen.

At our core, we believe in helping investors take control of their financial future. Your work will directly influence how millions of people understand markets, make informed decisions, and stay ahead of the curve.

You'll define how we communicate market news across our site and apps: this would include daily articles, clip titles/descriptions, SEO-driven stories and web copy.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in financial writing, understands how digital audiences engage with content, and thrives on turning complex market movements into clear, actionable storytelling.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the Editorial Voice: Define and champion the tone, style, and structure for all written content across our site and apps.
• Create Impactful Content: Write, edit, and publish market news stories, show descriptions, talent bios, and SEO-optimized copy that resonates with digital audiences.
• Drive Strategy & Execution: Partner with programming and production teams to turn on-air coverage into compelling web experiences.
• Boost Visibility: Implement SEO strategies that elevate content discoverability and engagement.
• Ensure Brand Consistency: Deliver cohesive messaging across breaking news, evergreen explainers, and everything in between.
• Leverage Insights: Use analytics to refine priorities and optimize for audience growth.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with digital, social, and live linear teams to align editorial direction with audience goals.
• Maintain High Standards: Guarantee accuracy, clarity, and compliance in all financial content.

What you have

To ensure that we fulfill our promise of "challenging the status quo," this role has specific qualifications that successful candidates should have:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, finance, or related field.
• 7-10+ years of experience in financial writing, editing, or digital content management.
• Deep understanding of markets, investment products, and investor behavior.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills-able to make complex ideas accessible.
• Proven success in SEO optimization and digital publishing best practices.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to balance vision and execution.
• Familiarity with CMS platforms and analytics tools (WordPress, GA4, SEMrush).

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Impact That Matters: Your words will empower millions of investors to make smarter decisions.
• Culture of Growth: We invest in your development with learning opportunities and career advancement.
• Innovation at Scale: Be part of a team that's redefining how financial news is delivered in a digital-first world.
• Inclusive Environment: We value diverse perspectives and foster a culture where everyone belongs.

What's in it for you

At Schwab, you're empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration-so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.

We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you - both today and in the future:

• 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
• Paid parental leave and family building benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance

Client-provided location(s): Chicago, IL

Job ID: CharlesSchwab-2025-117715

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-12-09T19:25:41