Intelligence Editor & Writer

Client of Business Lobby

This role calls for a skilled storyteller and meticulous news writer who can strike a balance between speed and accuracy, maintaining the high standards expected by defense contractors, government entities, consultants, and financial institutions who rely on timely and precise intelligence.

Responsibilities

Writing & Drafting

• Monitor news developments and draft Requests for Information (RFIs) based on situational awareness.
• Produce daily intelligence summaries informed by field reports and analyst briefs.
• Craft engaging headlines, summaries, and calls-to-action (CTAs) optimized for maximum engagement.
• Contribute to in-depth reports and thematic studies in collaboration with senior editors and analysts.
• Adapt research findings into client-ready newsletters and promotional content as needed.

Editing & Quality Control

• Validate information for clarity, coherence, and accuracy.
• Ensure all content adheres to internal editorial standards and style guidelines.
• Provide constructive feedback to team members to improve overall accuracy and writing quality.

Collaboration

• Work closely with analysts to convert research insights into actionable editorial content.
• Coordinate with fellow editorial team members to ensure the timely delivery of daily and weekly publications.
• Support marketing and sales teams by preparing client-facing editorial materials when necessary.

Analytical Contribution

• Engage directly with raw intelligence and analyst briefs to extract patterns, insights, and strategic implications.
• Contribute to framing and refining the analytical narrative of reports, going beyond basic fact-reporting.
• Suggest new investigative angles, lines of inquiry, or contextual elements that enhance the value of reports.
• Ensure each piece delivers actionable takeaways tailored to client needs, particularly in defense, energy, and geopolitical sectors.

Continuous Development

• Stay informed about developments in the MENA region related to defense, energy, and geopolitics to enhance subject-matter expertise.
• Contribute ideas for new editorial themes, report angles, and content formats.
• Continuously improve writing and editing capabilities through training and editorial feedback.