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The Guardian is a global news organization that delivers fearless, independent journalism. From breaking news and award-winning investigations, to in-depth coverage of technology, sports, film, culture and lifestyle, the Guardian offers a global view that deepens our audiences' understanding of America and the world.

Headquartered in New York City, Guardian US is an entirely digital operation that seeks to engage US readers by combining the Guardian's international coverage with US voices and expertise. Core coverage areas include the climate emergency, economic and racial inequality, digital privacy and much more. Guardian US launched in 2011 and today has bureaus in New York, Washington DC, New Orleans and Los Angeles. The Guardian is an independently owned, mission-driven organization, funded by readers around the globe.

The Guardian US is looking for a Political Enterprise Editor based in Washington, DC.

Department: Politics

Reports to: Washington Editor

Location: Washington, D.C.

Hybrid/Remote/In-Person: Hybrid

Terms and conditions: full-time, permanent, News Media Guild position

About the Role

The ideal candidate will be able to manage several new and existing reporters publishing multiple times per week while overseeing longer-term investigations and series that help connect the dots between the abuse of power at the federal level and the impact on everyday people for a global audience. The editor will work closely with the Washington editor and the deputy Washington editor to plan politics and democracy coverage. The editor will help other reporters who cover politics to think through enterprise stories.

About You

• Experienced editor in DC with a strong track record shepherding high-impact political enterprise and investigative journalism in a fast–paced news environment.
• Experienced in editing political enterprise reporting.

How to Apply

We know there are great candidates who might not check all these boxes or who possess important skills we haven't thought of. If that's you, we encourage you to apply and tell us about yourself.

All candidates interested in applying should upload a resume and cover letter.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary: $130 - 140k annually
• 25 days of vacation leave in addition to 12 company holidays
• Free Headspace subscription for you and your family members
• 401(k) Match
• Subsidized healthcare coverage including medical, vision, and dental
• Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts
• Generous parental leave with 100% pay
• Long Term and Short Term Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Work/Life balance: Flexible hybrid schedule

We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought.

Learning & Development

We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships.

Sustainability

Our goal is to become an environmentally regenerative company and we have signed up to a sustainability vision and strategy to reach it.

The Guardian is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, national origin, ethnic origin, citizenship status, disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in its employment policies.

We value and respect all differences (seen and unseen) in all people at the Guardian.