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Axios

Editor, Politics (Enterprise)

Axios
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senior full-time $150,000 - $200,000 Washington D.C.

First indexed 24 Oct 2026

Description

Axios is seeking a Politics Enterprise Editor to help set the agenda for its political coverage and deliver high-impact journalism.

In this role, you'll generate distinctive enterprise ideas, work with reporters to turn them into stories, and connect the dots across beats and teams.

Responsibilities:

  • Generate distinctive enterprise ideas and work with reporters to turn them into stories that break through.
  • Work across the politics team and the newsroom to connect the dots between beats and identify opportunities for collaboration.

Requirements:

  • Reporting experience in a fast-paced news environment.
  • Demonstrated experience landing big scoops and conceptualizing big ideas.
  • Strong writing skills for online and newsletters.
  • Belief in Smart Brevity as the core writing style of Axios.
  • Commitment to building and nurturing a diverse and inclusive environment.
  • Ability to command a stage and conduct live interviews.
  • Experience working across teams to produce quality content.

Benefits:

  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Robust PPO and High Deductible health insurance options
  • Employer Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution
  • Dental and vision coverage
  • Primary caregiver 12-week paid leave
  • Generous vacation policy, plus holidays
  • One mental health day per quarter
  • Annual learning and development stipend
  • $100 monthly work-from-home stipend
  • Tele-mental health services
  • OneMedical membership
  • Personal health advocacy resources
  • Inclusive fertility, hormonal health and family forming benefits
  • Access to the Axios “Family Fund”
  • Increased work flexibility for parents and caretakers
  • Virtual company-sponsored social events

Salary: $150,000 - $200,000 per year

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