Deputy Editor, WP Intelligence at The Washington Post

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Media, JournalismIndustries

Requirements

7–10+ years of experience in editing or content leadership roles, preferably in policy, research, consulting, journalism, or media organizations focused on business and executive content
Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex editorial workflows
Comfortable offering feedback, mentoring staff, and delivering under deadlines
Strong ability to assess content for clarity, narrative structure, evidence, and impact—especially when translating complex research into digestible formats for high-level stakeholders
Excellent editing, writing, and interpersonal skills
Able to synthesize diverse inputs and align multiple contributors around shared editorial goals
Ability to work in close partnership with cross-functional teams
Strategic, highly organized mindset

Responsibilities

Help supervise a growing team of report researchers and junior analysts, guiding their work and professional development
Assign research and editorial tasks, manage production workflows, and uphold delivery standards
Partner closely with the Editor, WP Intelligence to execute the editorial vision of the group
Oversee the development of briefs, memos, white papers, and other strategic content tailored to the executive audience
Perform edits on deadline, some fact checking, and help the editor organize the coverage week to week
Ensure research-backed deliverables meet the highest editorial standards—clear, compelling, accurate, and impactful
Offer developmental and line edits, and provide regular feedback to staff
Coordinate with subject-matter experts, marketing leads, product designers, journalists, and business stakeholders across The Post to integrate authoritative insights and elevate the voice and visibility of WP Intelligence
Manage weekly production cycles, long-term editorial calendars, and rapid-response assignments
Track editorial timelines and ensure efficient throughput of high-priority content
Use analytics and qualitative feedback to understand audience needs
Help shape products and formats that resonate with WP Intelligence’s executive and policy-maker readership

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Team ManagementEditorial OperationsResearch SupervisionContent ProductionStrategic PlanningInvestigative AnalysisHealth CareTechnologyNational SecurityFuture of Work

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, this is a full-time role.

Is remote work an option for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills are needed for the Deputy Editor role?

The role requires strategic thinking, high organization, team management, editorial operations expertise, and the ability to translate complex subjects into accessible insights.

What is the team structure like for WP Intelligence?

The Deputy Editor will help supervise a growing team of report researchers and junior analysts, partnering closely with the Editor, WP Intelligence.

What makes a strong candidate for this Deputy Editor position?

Strong candidates will have experience in team management, editorial operations, ensuring high content quality, cross-team collaboration, and managing production workflows for executive-level insights.