About the Organization
Wanderlust Careers is an international career coaching and resume services company based in New York City. The organization supports individuals who are seeking meaningful career transitions, improved job satisfaction, or clarity in their professional direction.
Through a combination of career coaching, assessments, and personalized resume development, Wanderlust Careers helps clients present their experience effectively and pursue opportunities aligned with their goals. The company works with clients from diverse industries and has supported job seekers in securing roles at major global companies, including technology and consulting firms.
The organization emphasizes a personalized, client-centered approach and integrates coaching, psychology-informed tools, and modern digital methods—including AI-assisted writing—to improve outcomes for job seekers.
Wanderlust Careers identifies as a women- and LGBTQ+ owned business and prioritizes inclusivity, empowerment, and accessibility in its services.
Position Overview
Wanderlust Careers is seeking a part-time Resume Writer to join its remote team. This role is designed for a skilled writer and editor who is comfortable working directly with clients to transform career histories into clear, strategic, and compelling resumes and professional profiles.
This is not a purely technical writing position. Instead, it combines writing, client communication, strategic thinking, and coaching. The ideal candidate will help clients identify strengths in their professional experience and present those strengths effectively in resumes and LinkedIn profiles.
The role is flexible and remote, allowing candidates to work from anywhere while managing their own schedule, as long as client needs and deadlines are met.
Key Responsibilities
Client Engagement and Resume Development
- Conduct brief 30-minute consultations with clients to understand their career goals, background, and target roles
- Ask targeted questions to clarify work history, achievements, and professional direction
- Analyze client-provided materials to identify key strengths and transferable skills
- Write and revise resumes that clearly align with the client’s career objectives
- Emphasize relevant experiences while strategically minimizing less relevant details
- Collaborate with clients through shared documents (e.g., Google Docs) for iterative editing and feedback
Writing, Editing, and Optimization
- Develop high-quality resume content tailored to specific job markets and roles
- Apply strong editorial judgment to improve clarity, tone, and structure
- Use digital tools, including AI-assisted grammar and editing software, to ensure accuracy and efficiency
- Update and refine LinkedIn profiles based on resume content and career positioning strategies
- Ensure all documents are polished, professional, and optimized for applicant tracking systems (ATS)
Collaboration and Client Support
- Work closely with career coaches, psychologists, and internal team members when needed
- Coordinate with other specialists to ensure a consistent and holistic client experience
- Maintain detailed records of client progress and revisions in the company CRM system
- Identify opportunities to improve client outcomes by recommending additional services where appropriate
Required Qualifications
- Strong professional experience in writing, editing, or content development
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Ability to think strategically and translate career histories into compelling narratives
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple clients independently
- Comfortable using AI tools to enhance writing quality and productivity
- Ability to work remotely with minimal supervision
- A proactive and client-focused mindset
Preferred Attributes
- Experience in career coaching, HR, recruiting, or professional writing services
- Familiarity with resume optimization and LinkedIn branding strategies
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to guide clients through career reflection
- Experience working in fast-paced or client-facing environments
- Interest in psychology, communication, or behavioral insights as applied to career development
Work Structure and Flexibility
This is a fully remote, part-time freelance role. Writers typically work approximately 10–25 hours per week, depending on client demand and availability.
The role offers full flexibility in scheduling, allowing writers to choose their own working hours as long as deadlines and client expectations are met. This structure is designed for independent professionals who value autonomy and self-directed work.
Compensation and Benefits
- Hourly pay: $30–$40 per hour
- Flexible, remote-first work arrangement
- Opportunity to work directly with international clients across industries
- Exposure to career coaching methodologies and advanced resume strategy techniques
- Collaborative environment with career coaches, psychologists, and advisors
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit:
- A current resume
- A short voice memo (maximum 3 minutes) introducing themselves, their career background, and motivation for applying
The voice memo is required and should be submitted in audio format (MP3 or MP4). Applications should be sent via email to the address provided in the job posting, with the subject line: Resume Writer Position.
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