Research Editor Senior Principal
We are seeking a senior editor to join Accenture Research’s global editorial team and develop high-impact thought leadership for senior business audiences. Reporting to the Editor-in-Chief of Accenture Research, you will partner with researchers, business leaders and marketing professionals to shape complex ideas into distinctive, evidence-based, publication-ready reports and articles, including articles for leading management and academic journals. The role is based in the US and involves collaboration with colleagues around the world.
Who We Are:
Accenture Research creates thought leadership about the most pressing business issues organizations face. Combining innovative research techniques, such as data-science-led analysis, with a deep understanding of industry and technology, our team of 300 researchers in 20 countries publish hundreds of reports, articles and points of view every year. Our thought-provoking research developed with world-leading organizations helps our clients embrace change, create value and deliver on the power of technology and human ingenuity.
You Are:
A seasoned, intellectually curious editor who turns complex research into compelling, evidence-based thought leadership for senior business audiences. You are passionate about its power to accelerate growth and strategy and eager to explore emerging editorial formats that extend its reach and impact. You thrive in a deadline-driven newsroom and bring sound judgment, empathy and a global perspective. You love learning and are energized by a role in which every day brings a different subject, challenge, opportunity or collaboration. A generous team player, you listen closely, lead without authority and consistently deliver clean, crisp and clear copy.
The Work:
- Shape and edit distinctive, research-based thought leadership for senior business audiences.
- Turn complex research, data, case studies and ideas into clear, compelling narratives with strong business relevance.
- Partner with research, business leaders and marketing from concept development through publication.
- Collaborate with designers to translate research and editorial concepts into compelling, audience-centered experiences.
- Manage multiple projects and editorial iterations in a deadline-driven newsroom environment.
- Write, rewrite, substantively edit and ghostwrite both full-length research reports and standalone articles suitable for publication in leading management and academic journals, as well as executive communications.
- Adapt content for Accenture.com, leading management publications and other digital, social and emerging formats.
- Apply knowledge of Accenture’s strategy, brand, research portfolio and business priorities to strengthen each publication.
- Help authors and stakeholders reach alignment through listening, influence and sound editorial judgment while collaborating across global time zones.
- This is a hybrid role that requires regular work from an Accenture office.
- Minimal travel of up to 5% may be required.
Here’s What You Need
- Minimum of 10 years of professional writing and editing experience in business, management, or technology, including experience in a global media organization.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience developing or editing research-based thought leadership content for executive audiences.
- Minimum of 5 years experience writing and editing research reports and articles for global publications, management or academic journals.
Professional Skills:
- Exceptional writing, rewriting, substantive editing and ghost-writing skills, with a consistent ability to deliver clean, crisp and clear copy.
- Ability to create persuasive, authoritative narratives for C-suite executives and other senior leaders.
- Ability to assess research methods, analyse data and findings, and connect evidence to meaningful business implications.
- Strong collaboration and stakeholder-management skills, including the ability to listen, build alignment and lead through influence rather than authority.
- Ability to prioritize simultaneous assignments, incorporate feedback and maintain accuracy under tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated interest in learning about and using emerging technologies to strengthen editorial quality, efficiency and impact.
- Sound editorial judgment, intellectual curiosity and a strong command of plain language.
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We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 12/06/2026. Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here: https://www.accenture.com/us-en/careers/local/benefits
Role Location Annual Salary Range California $132,500 to $302,400 Colorado $132,500 to $261,300 Connecticut $132,500 to $261,300
District of Columbia $141,100 to $278,200 Illinois $122,700 to $261,300 Maine $112,900 to $222,500 Maryland $132,500 to $261,300 Massachusetts $132,500 to $278,200 Minnesota $132,500 to $261,300
New York $122,700 to $302,400
New Jersey $141,100 to $302,400 Ohio $122,700 to $241,900 Virginia $122,700 to $278,200 Washington $141,100 to $278,200
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