Fact Checker/Communications Specialist, Executive Communications

This position is open to location and may be remote, hybrid or office-based.

We are looking for a detail-oriented Fact Checker/Communications Specialist, Executive Communications to support Bentley’s CEO communications team. This role ensures every CEO statement, statistic, and citation is grounded in verifiable evidence and supported by clear documentation before public release. You will serve as the final checkpoint for factual accuracy, validating all facts, figures, and claims across speeches, op-eds, press releases, and presentations. In practice, this means maintaining a reliable documentation process that underpins the accuracy and credibility of every CEO communication—from investor materials to public blog posts.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, curious, and meticulous about details—the kind of person who always has their “T’s crossed and I’s dotted.” You will report to the Executive Communications lead and play a key role in ensuring the CEO’s messages are accurate, consistent, and fully defensible.

Responsibilities:

• Fact-Checking & Verification: Scrutinize all content for factual accuracy and maintain a verifiable record of every source. Treat each public statement as an auditable item, ensuring it can be traced back to its evidence. This includes checking statistical claims, dates, names, and quotes in CEO executive communications (speeches, articles, social media posts, etc.). Nothing goes out unless it’s accurate, fully sourced, and documented in the audit log.
• Research Support: Conduct quick-turnaround research to back up key statements or answer questions that arise during content development. You’ll compile your findings into concise briefs or annotated sources for the writers and strategists.
• Source Management: Maintain an organized archive of facts, figures, and references that the comms team can draw upon. Build and maintain an audit trail of all source materials and verification notes.
• Collaboration & Review: Work closely with speechwriters, content strategists, and the graphic designer to proactively flag any unsupported assertions or potential inaccuracies in drafts. You will serve as the final checkpoint before publication.
• Cross-Team Assistance: During high-volume periods or special projects, provide research and fact-checking support to adjacent teams such as Corporate Communications or Investor Relations.

Qualifications:

• Education & Background: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Library Science or a related field. 0-2 years of experience in a research, writing, or fact-checking role.
• Obsessive Attention to Detail: A meticulous eye for accuracy is non-negotiable. You take pride in catching even minor errors or inconsistencies in data.
• Research Skills: Proficiency in online research tools, databases, and search techniques. Familiarity with academic journals, industry reports, and public data sets is a plus.
• Analytical Ability: Comfortable working with figures and basic data analysis. Experience with basic Python scripting or data tools is desirable.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills. You can clearly document your findings and explain the rationale behind corrections or fact-check results.
• Curiosity & Initiative: A naturally curious mindset with a drive to dig deeper. You are self-directed in managing your tasks.
• Team Orientation: Ability to work well under tight deadlines and handle multiple requests. Integrity and professionalism in handling potentially sensitive information are essential.