Writer, Taxes | Bankrate

Red Ventures is looking for a Tax Writer to help build a new category on Bankrate. The writer will be responsible for assigning content, updating existing stories, editing articles from staff and freelance writers, as well as collaborating with our SEO team to optimize content for search engines. 

The editor should have a strong understanding of the tax space, superb editing skills, as well as project management, communication and content strategy skills. The ability to work well in a team setting is a must.

Red Ventures is looking for an Tax writer to join our Bankrate team. As a writer, you will help guide consumers beginning their investing journey, as well as explain key insights and trends in the markets to more experienced investors already working toward many of life’s biggest financial goals.

We are looking for a hard-working, detail-oriented individual who can help us further grow our presence in the consumer landscape for tax and tax related content. 

What You’ll Do:

• Identify and pitch tax articles that rank highly on search and resonate with our consumer audience
• Work closely with the editor to brainstorm story ideas, respond to edits and meet deadlines.
• Pitch creative ideas on how Bankrate can stand out in the tax space
• Collaborate with the SEO team to establish high-level priorities and adapt to recent changes in search guidelines/best practices.
• Do keyword research to identify content gaps and opportunities to refresh and optimize existing content
• Monitor key trends and news in the tax space to drive decisions on emerging content opportunities
• Build industry connections with top tax experts

What We’re Looking For:

• 2+ years of writing/editing personal finance content with experience covering taxes
• Excellent research, writing and editorial skills, with the ability to respond to edits.
• Familiarity with writing content based on SEO concepts and best practices.
• Willingness to leverage technology to find efficiencies in the content workflow.
• Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities while keeping up with a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to work closely with a team and individually as needed.
• Ability to grasp the voice, style and tone of the Bankrate brand.
• Experience with AP Style

Compensation: 

• Cash compensation range: $60,000 - $80,000*
  • NYC cash compensation range: $60,000 - $96,000
• Note: actual salary is based on geographic location, qualifications, and experience.

Additionally, the following benefits are provided by Red Ventures, subject to eligibility requirements

• Health Insurance Coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• 401(k) with match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Bonding Benefit Program

Who We Are: 

Over the last twenty years, Red Ventures has built a portfolio of influential brands, digital platforms, and strategic partnerships that work together to connect millions of people with expert advice. Through premium content and personalized digital experiences, Red Ventures builds online journeys that make it easier for people to make important decisions about their homes, health, travel, finances, education and entertainment. Founded in 2000, Red Ventures has 3,000 employees in 10 cities across the US, as well as in the UK and Brazil. Red Ventures owns and operates several large digital brands including Healthline, The Points Guy, Bankrate, MYMOVE, and Allconnect.com.
For more information, visit https://redventures.com and follow @RedVentures on social platforms.

We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program for full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, 401(k) plan and a paid parental leave program.

Red Ventures is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or any other basis protected by law. Employment at Red Ventures is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications. 

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation where appropriate. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to apply or participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected].

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