Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands.

We’re looking to hire a skilled Copy Editor for a hybrid role in Irvine, California. This is a 6-month contract opportunity with potential for extension. As a Copy Editor, you’ll join our client’s fast-paced marketing team within the financial sector, where you will be responsible for editing and proofreading a wide range of marketing materials to ensure clarity, accuracy, consistency, and adherence to brand and regulatory standards. You will collaborate with multiple departments to uphold content quality and ensure timely delivery of projects.

The position is hybrid, requiring on-site work in both Downtown Los Angeles and Irvine offices Tuesday through Thursday (Monday and Friday remote). Starting 9/8/25, the schedule shifts to on-site Monday through Thursday, with Fridays remote.

Copy Editor Responsibilities:

• Edit and proofread print and digital content for grammar, clarity, consistency, style, tone, and compliance.

• Verify data and statistics against internal and external sources; ensure compliance with disclosure requirements.

• Manage updates to quarterly/annual materials, including statistical content and investment/risk disclosures.

• Utilize digital tools to confirm information is correctly reflected across all web and digital channels.

• Apply copyediting best practices to maintain accuracy while conforming to layout limitations.

• Monitor and incorporate compliance updates into marketing materials to ensure legal and regulatory alignment.

• Stay current on internal style guides and industry-standard tools (e.g., AP Stylebook, Chicago Manual of Style).

• Maintain consistent tone and style across communication channels.

• Identify and solve moderately complex content issues with sound editorial judgment.

• Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, displaying strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Manage project timelines, production schedules, and version control with strong attention to detail.

Copy Editor Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of professional copyediting experience, ideally in financial, pharmaceutical, or medical industries.

• Strong command of grammar, punctuation, syntax, and style (Chicago and AP).

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.

• Familiarity with financial and investment terminology and compliance requirements.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

• Life Insurance.

• 401(k) Program.

• Commuter Benefit.

• eLearning & Ongoing Training.

• Education Reimbursement.

*Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.

About Onward Search

Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology professionals. We work with our nationwide clients to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
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Inclusive Hiring Practices

We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at inclusivehiring@onwardsearch.com.

Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

Virtual Interview Process

To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Apriora, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive an invitation to interview with Alex, our virtual interviewer, via email at alex@onwardsearch.com.

Alex will guide you through a brief set of questions to help us better understand your background and interests. The virtual interview can be completed on your own time, and your responses will be reviewed by our recruiting team as part of the screening process.

To learn more about the platform, visit Apriora’s website.

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