Staff Writer, Enterprise (Remote)

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We are an experienced team of industry experts dedicated to helping readers make smart decisions and choose the right products with ease. Forbes Advisor boasts decades of experience across dozens of geographies and teams, including Content, SEO, Business Intelligence, Finance, HR, Marketing, Production, Technology and Sales. The team brings rich industry knowledge to Forbes Advisor's global coverage of consumer credit, debt, health, home improvement, banking, investing, credit cards, small business, education, insurance, loans, real estate and travel.

Job Description

Forbes Advisor is looking for a staff writer with business, enterprise and franchise writing and reporting experience. The Enterprise team covers a wide range of topics, including large-scale software and services essential for business success, as well as more niche categories, such as how to start a franchise.

We want to guide our readers to make smart, informed financial decisions through best-ofs, product reviews, engaging content and data- and SEO-driven journalism. If you’re passionate about service journalism and you're looking for challenges and opportunities similar to those of a startup, with the benefits of a seasoned and successful company, then read on:

Ex. of Enterprise Topics:

• Customer Data Platforms
• App Development Companies
• Animation and Motion Graphics Studios
• Load Boards
• Freight Forwarding Services
• Supply Chain Consultants
• Procurement Outsourcing Agencies
• Inventory Optimization Services

Responsibilities:

• Write helpful, accurate and engaging how-tos, roundups, directory pages, best-ofs and product reviews
• Update stories with timely information as needed
• Write expert reviews, breaking down the pros and cons of each product or service you review
• Brainstorm and generate story ideas and coordinate with your editors to bring them to life
• Leverage data and SEO best practices when writing and reporting
• Build methodologies to rate and rank related products and services for best-ofs (for example, top 10 freight forwarding services)
• Represent Forbes Advisor as a subject matter expert for PR requests

Requirements:

• Previous experience in business, enterprise or franchise journalism
• 2-4 years of experience in online journalism and writing-focused roles
• Strong understanding of the business and enterprise space
• Experience with SEO best practices preferred
• Extremely organized and detail-oriented
• Nimble and open to quick changes in strategy
• Ability to work in a startup environment

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package
• Ability to work remotely
• Unlimited PTO
• Every third Friday of the month off
• Winter break closure; the week between Christmas and New Years
• Home office setup
• Wellness reimbursement

Additional Information

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