About the Role

We are seeking a Remote Editorial Manager to lead and oversee our editorial function. This role is critical in ensuring that all client deliverables, ranging from promotional materials and digital campaigns to scientific content, meet the highest standards for accuracy, clarity, consistency, and compliance with pharmaceutical and healthcare regulations. As the leader of a small but growing team, you will play a hands-on role in editing, while also coaching and developing editorial staff (approximately 75% editing, 25% leading). You will report to the VP, Creative Director, Copy.

What You'll Do

  • Manage and mentor a team of editors, providing coaching, training, and performance feedback.
  • Oversee editorial workflow across multiple accounts, ensuring projects are completed on time and to standard.
  • Maintain and enforce Princeton10’s editorial style guides and standards, ensuring consistency across all work.
  • Review all promotional and scientific content for accuracy, grammar, style, and adherence to client brand guidelines.
  • Ensure materials comply with medical, legal, and regulatory (MLR) standards for pharmaceutical and healthcare marketing.
  • Partner with Medical Strategy, Account, and Creative teams to identify and resolve compliance or content issues early.
  • Stay current on regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, Health Canada, PAAB) and industry standards (ISI treatment and prominence, etc.) and integrate them into editorial processes.
  • Act as a key liaison between editorial, medical strategy, creative, and account teams to streamline review processes.
  • Contribute to agency-wide initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and compliance in content delivery.
  • Support resourcing, capacity planning, and vendor/editorial freelancer management as needed.

Requirements

  • 8-10+ years of editorial experience in pharmaceutical advertising, medical communications, or related healthcare marketing.
  • 2-3+ years of leadership or team management experience.
  • Deep knowledge of MLR review processes and capability to support.
  • Exceptional editorial skills with a strong eye for grammar, clarity, and fact-checking; strong understanding of AMA style.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced agency environment.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and collaborate across functions.
  • Knowledge and experience on scoping, timelines, brief reviews to ensure editorial considerations have been made (right budget, hours, time, etc.).

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary range of $98,000 - $145,000 per year.
  • Discretionary bonus opportunities.
  • Comprehensive health care coverage.
  • 401(k) program with a match.
  • Remote work flexibility.
  • Dynamic and supportive team environment.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Engaging and innovative company culture.
Why This Job8.5 of 10

This Remote Editorial Manager position at Princeton10 offers a unique opportunity to lead a dynamic team in the healthcare marketing sector, ensuring compliance and quality in content delivery. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this role is ideal for experienced professionals seeking a remote leadership position.

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Who Will Succeed Here

Extensive knowledge of MLR compliance and healthcare marketing regulations, ensuring all content adheres to industry standards while leveraging tools like Adobe Experience Manager for content management.

Strong remote leadership skills, demonstrating the ability to motivate and guide a diverse editorial team through collaboration tools like Slack and Asana, while also fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Proven track record of managing editorial processes in the pharmaceutical advertising sector, with a mindset focused on detail-oriented content review that enhances the quality and clarity of scientific communications.

Learning Resources

Editorial Management Best Practicesarticle

Career Path

Remote Editorial Manager - Lead a Dynamic Team(Now)Director of Editorial Operations(1-2 years)Vice President of Content Strategy(3-5 years)

Market Overview

Market Size 2024
$5.2B
Annual Growth
8.5%
AI Adoption in Editorial Management
45%
Investment in Healthcare Marketing Tech
+35%
Labour Demand for Editorial Roles
+20%
Avg Salary for Editorial Managers
$110K

Skills & Requirements

Required
Editorial ManagementHealthcare MarketingPharmaceutical Advertising
Growing in Demand
Content Strategy DevelopmentData Analytics for MarketingDigital Content Distribution
Declining
Traditional Print Media ManagementBasic Copyediting

Domain Trends

Rise of AI in Content Creation
AI tools are increasingly being adopted for content generation and review, with 45% of companies in the healthcare sector integrating AI into their editorial processes.
Increased Focus on Compliance
With the rise in regulations, 60% of editorial teams are prioritizing MLR compliance training to ensure adherence to industry standards, leading to a surge in demand for professionals skilled in regulatory content management.
Shift to Digital Marketing Strategies
78% of pharmaceutical companies are shifting their marketing budgets towards digital channels, necessitating editorial managers to adapt content strategies to fit digital platforms.

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