This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Managing Editor, MoneySense based in Canada.

This is a senior editorial leadership role responsible for shaping and executing the content vision of one of Canada’s most trusted personal finance brands. You will oversee the full editorial lifecycle, from strategy and commissioning to publishing and performance optimization, ensuring content remains authoritative, data-driven, and aligned with evolving reader behaviour. The role sits at the intersection of journalism, product, and analytics, requiring a strong ability to blend editorial judgment with performance insights. You will lead a network of contributors and subject-matter experts while driving high-impact financial storytelling rooted in Canadian data and real-world expertise. As the editorial architect, you will help evolve how financial content is created, distributed, and consumed in an AI-driven search landscape. This is a pivotal leadership position for someone who thrives in building modern editorial systems while preserving journalistic integrity and trust.

Accountabilities:

Lead the end-to-end editorial strategy, execution, and performance of high-impact personal finance content across digital platforms.

Own the editorial calendar and content strategy, ensuring alignment with audience needs, SEO/GEO trends, and brand authority standards

Commission, edit, and manage content produced by freelancers, journalists, and financial experts (e.g., CFPs, tax professionals)

Produce and oversee data-driven financial journalism using Canadian public datasets and proprietary financial insights

Lead rapid-response editorial coverage of major financial events, ensuring timely, expert-led analysis

Optimize cornerstone content and “best of” guides to maintain accuracy, competitiveness, and search performance

Monitor audience analytics (Google Analytics, SEMrush, etc.) to inform editorial planning and content optimization

Guide distribution strategies across newsletters, social media, and digital platforms to maximize engagement and retention

Collaborate with product, engineering, and commercial teams to develop interactive content experiences while safeguarding editorial independence

Requirements:

5+ years of experience in digital journalism or editorial publishing, including at least 2 years in a senior editorial leadership role, with strong expertise in personal finance content.

Deep understanding of the Canadian financial landscape, including mortgages, investing, taxes, and banking

Proven experience leading end-to-end editorial operations, from strategy and commissioning to publishing and performance analysis

Strong track record managing freelance contributors and subject-matter experts

Expertise in SEO and familiarity with GEO, with the ability to translate search data into editorial strategy

Experience with newsletter platforms and audience engagement strategies to build direct reader relationships

Strong data journalism skills, including interpreting public datasets (e.g., StatsCan, CMHC, Bank of Canada)

Exceptional editing ability with strong attention to accuracy, clarity, and editorial consistency

Proficiency with CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress), SEO tools (e.g., SEMrush), and analytics platforms (e.g., Google Analytics)

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Strong understanding of AI-assisted editorial workflows is considered an asset

Financial certifications (e.g., CFP, QAFP, CSC) or financial services background are a plus

Benefits:

Competitive salary range: $100,000 – $150,000 CAD based on experience

Remote-first work environment across Canada

Flexible working hours supporting work-life balance

Comprehensive health and dental coverage with no employee-paid premiums

RRSP matching program to support long-term financial planning

Professional development and annual training allowance

Regular team socials and opportunities for cross-functional collaboration

Opportunity to shape a nationally recognized financial media brand in a rapidly evolving digital landscape

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Managing Editor, MoneySense

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