Senior Writer - Editorial at Daniel J Edelman Holdings

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

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Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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communications, public relations, financial services, health, technology, consumer brandsIndustries

Requirements

5–10 years’ experience in writing, editing, or journalism ideally within an agency, newsroom, or corporate communications environment
A strong command of language and narrative structure with demonstrated experience in long-form writing
Ability to write across multiple tones and formats (corporate, creative, brand storytelling, advisory)
Comfortable working independently & able to take briefs, extract insights, and deliver content with minimal supervision
Skilled interviewer and communicator; confident engaging with senior stakeholders and clients
Curious, agile, and adaptable with the ability to pivot across sectors and subject matter
Familiarity with AI-assisted writing tools and an understanding of how to use them smartly and ethically
A collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-moving, integrated environment
Background in both journalism and PR (ideal)

Responsibilities

Research, write and edit high-quality long-form content including thought leadership articles, op-eds, speeches, scripts, reports and campaign copy
Partner with client teams to develop narratives and editorial strategies that drive earned media impact
Conduct interviews and content-mining sessions with senior stakeholders, distilling complex information into accessible, engaging stories
Advise account teams and clients on content angles, tone, and placement opportunities in line with media trends and the current news agenda
Support media training initiatives by bringing a journalist’s mindset and understanding of the newsroom environment
Contribute to creative ideation sessions and integrated campaigns alongside strategy and creative colleagues
Review and edit written materials produced by other team members, maintaining the highest standards of quality, accuracy and tone

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

writingstorytellingjournalismPRlong-form contentthought leadershipopinion piecescontent creationeditorialstrategic communications

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This is not a remote position; it requires joining the Editorial team in Johannesburg.

What skills and experience are required for the Senior Writer role?

The role requires experience in journalism and PR, confidence as an adaptable storyteller, and skills in researching, writing, and editing long-form content like thought leadership articles, op-eds, and reports. Additional needs include conducting interviews, developing narratives, providing editorial counsel, and supporting media training.

What is the company culture like at Edelman?

Edelman's culture thrives on boldness as possibility, empathy as progress, and curiosity as momentum, with a strong emphasis on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging to foster trust, collaboration, and an equitable workplace.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Writer position?

A strong candidate has a background in journalism and PR, experience crafting long-form content like thought leadership and op-eds, and the ability to own briefs end-to-end including research, interviews, and editorial counsel across diverse industries.

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