Associate Acquisitions Editor

Tax Notes

. Identify, recruit, and cultivate relationships with new and returning outside authors through research, professional networking, conferences, LinkedIn, social media, and other outreach channels .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeFalls Church • Virginia • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $58,000 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in author recruitment and relationship management, with strong organizational and communication skills to support editorial processes and contributor engagement initiatives. Proficient in utilizing database management and media analytics to enhance publication workflows and operational efficiency.

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Author RecruitmentDatabase ManagementMedia AnalyticsSuperior Communication SkillsOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Database ManagementMedia AnalyticsPublication Workflow ManagementPerformance ReportingCopyright Agreement Preparation

Soft Skills

Superior Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsRelationship BuildingDeadline ManagementAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeDomoA-TeamAI-Assisted Submission Review Tools

Industry Keywords

Editorial ProcessesContributor EngagementOnline PublishingStyle GuidesTax Topics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify, recruit, and cultivate relationships with new and returning outside authors through research, professional networking, conferences, LinkedIn, social media, and other outreach channels
Assist journal editors-in-chief in expanding and diversifying the contributor base
Identify timely tax topics and publication needs with commentary leadership
Solicit content from outside authors and maintain an active contributor pipeline for Tax Notes publications
Monitor and administer the submissions inbox
Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding commentary content
Route submissions to editorial staff and communicate with contributors throughout the publication process, including for the Procedurally Taxing blog
Prepare, distribute, and track copyright agreements for outside authors
Coordinate permissions requests and manage reprint and repost inquiries
Maintain accurate records of agreements and permissions
Collect, verify, and maintain author biographies, photographs, contact information, contributor mailing lists, and editorial records
Provide authors with publication materials following release
Support contributor engagement initiatives
Coordinate departmental projects including the Student Writing Competition, internal magazine cover contest, and Write for Us and editorial council webpages
Maintain AI-assisted submission review tools and improve author management processes
Identify opportunities to increase operational efficiency
Compile, analyze, and distribute performance reports using Domo, A-Team, and other reporting platforms
Track publication performance, contributor activity, and editorial metrics
Perform administrative and editorial functions supporting the Commentary department and publication workflows
Maintain positive contributor relationships, respond to inquiries, address routine publication issues, collect author feedback, and help ensure an efficient publication experience

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA in English, writing, or journalism, or equivalent in experience required
2+ years of related professional experience preferred
Experience with database management a plus
Superior communication skills
Superior organization skills
Ability to establish and maintain rapport with outside authors
Ability to work well under deadline pressure and adjust to changing priorities
Familiarity with style guides and online publishing highly desirable
Good computer skills, including a working knowledge of MS Office and Internet searching
Knowledge of media analytics
Frequently required to sit for prolonged periods, talk and hear; use hands to type, file, handle or feel; reach with arms
Visual acuity to use a computer and keyboard, prepare and analyze data and figures, and read extensively
Occasionally required to stand, walk and lift up to 20 pounds
Ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health/Dental/Vision
401K: Immediately vested
Tuition assistance
Qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program (PFSL)
Generous Paid Time Off
Dog-friendly office
Private gym onsite
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Life and AD&D Insurance
Disability Insurance
Pet Insurance
Trade Publication/News Subscription Reimbursement
Exercise Room
Paid Holidays
Vacation and Sick Leave
Parental Leave