Mercury

Senior Growth Editor

New York, New York, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 8+ years of relevant experience in content, editorial, brand, or growth, preferably within startups, entrepreneurs, creators, or financial services. A strong track record of creating content that drives measurable business outcomes is essential, along with excellent writing and editing skills for making complex ideas accessible. Experience with various content formats beyond blogs, such as video, podcasts, data storytelling, infographics, virtual events, webinars, and email, is required. Familiarity with SEO, analytics, and the content funnel, along with experience managing freelance contributors, is also necessary.

Responsibilities

The Senior Growth Editor will drive editorial direction for Mercury's blog, creating content that resonates with founders and supports growth and brand goals. They will partner with SEO and Growth Marketing to translate keyword opportunities into compelling content ideas, writing, editing, storyboarding, and producing cornerstone content. Responsibilities include maximizing content distribution through collaboration with Growth, Social, and Community teams, playing a key role in special content projects like reports and audio/video pilots, and contributing to editorial operations to improve content development systems. The role also involves surfacing performance insights to understand content effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.

Skills

Editorial
Content Strategy
Content Creation
Growth Marketing
Brand Marketing
Storytelling
Collaboration
Strategic Thinking
Creative Instincts
Clarity
Craft

Mercury

Banking services for startups and founders

About Mercury

Mercury provides banking services specifically designed for startups, regardless of their size or stage of development. Their offerings include free checking and savings accounts, debit and credit cards, and options for domestic and international wire transfers, as well as treasury and venture debt services. The platform is user-friendly, allowing founders to manage their finances with ease. What sets Mercury apart from traditional banks is its focus on the startup community, offering programs that connect founders with valuable resources and advice to help them succeed. The goal of Mercury is to empower startups by providing them with the financial tools and support they need to grow and thrive.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$146.8MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, & vision
Custom equipment setup
401(K) matching
12+ weeks paid parental leave
Book budget
Wellness benefits
Grocery budget
Paid lunch
Personalized callsign
Unlimited vacation policy (with mandatory minimum)

Risks

Mercury's decision to stop serving certain countries may lead to customer loss.
Integration challenges from the Teal acquisition could disrupt services.
Expansion into consumer banking might divert focus from core startup services.

Differentiation

Mercury offers both business and personal banking services, unlike many fintech competitors.
The company provides integrated financial management tools, enhancing startup operational efficiency.
Mercury's Raise program connects startups with investors, mentors, and other founders.

Upsides

Mercury secured a $100 million credit warehouse to expand its credit card business.
The acquisition of Teal enhances Mercury's financial management offerings for startups.
Mercury Personal expands market reach by attracting tech-savvy individuals.

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