We're hiring!
The Argument is looking for our new Chief of Staff
Interested in working for The Argument, or know someone who is? You’re in luck — we’re hiring!
The Argument’s Chief of Staff will have two primary responsibilities:
Overseeing day-to-day business and administrative operations for our 10-person team
Building out our events business from the ground up
We’re looking for someone entrepreneurial and highly organized, someone who is passionate about both defending liberalism and creating the sorts of processes and systems that keep things running smoothly.
This is an in-person position in Washington, D.C., and the annual salary is $100,000. More details, including instructions on how to apply, below.
Chief of Staff
Washington, D.C. | $100,000/year | Full-time, in-person
Come work at a bold new media startup dedicated to defending and advancing liberal democracy through rigorous, provocative opinion journalism.
Our mission is twofold: mount a vigorous defense of liberal democracy grounded in the real debates people are having about immigration, culture, cost-of-living, and gender, and create a home where liberal thinkers speak plainly and persuasively. We champion abundance over scarcity, evidence over orthodoxy, and meaningful engagement across differences.
We focus on the issues that matter most: promoting abundance-based policies, understanding the American voter through rigorous polling analysis, examining technology’s impact on society, charting a path to gender equality, and advancing human progress.
Position Overview: We’re seeking an entrepreneurial, highly organized Chief of Staff to join our team in downtown Washington, D.C. This role is central to scaling our operations, growing our community and events businesses, and building the systems that will let The Argument grow sustainably while we pursue our mission.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day operations across the organization, ensuring tight coordination between editorial, business, and administrative functions
Manage and develop our Operations Manager, providing mentorship, structure, and clear priorities
Lead community-building efforts for our online magazine, developing strategies to deepen reader engagement and grow a loyal subscriber base
Build and grow our events business — conceiving, planning, and executing public events, salons, and convenings that extend our editorial mission and revenue base
Design and implement business systems and processes covering project management, vendor relationships, finance and HR coordination, and internal communications
Partner with leadership on strategic projects, special initiatives, and operational problem-solving
Will report to the Editor-in-Chief
Qualifications
Required:
4+ years of experience in operations, chief of staff, business management, or comparable roles, ideally at a startup or growth-stage organization
Demonstrated success managing direct reports
Experience building processes and systems from the ground up
Strong project management skills and exceptional attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication
Enthusiasm for our mission to defend and advance liberal democracy
Familiarity with and genuine excitement for the issues we cover
Preferred:
Experience in media, publishing, or events
Background in community building, audience development, or membership programs
Knowledge of current political and cultural debates
What We Offer
Competitive salary: $100,000 per year
Flexible leave policies with 15 paid days off
Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, and 401(k) match)
Opportunity to play a senior role at a dynamic, mission-driven startup publication
Central location in downtown Washington, D.C.
To Apply: To apply for this position, email jobs@theargumentmag.com to tell us why you’d be a good fit for this position. Please include your resume. Rolling applications.
This is an in-person position located in downtown Washington, D.C.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.