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Content Editor / Associate

Blake Smith Staffing
Full-time
On-site
New York, New York, United States
$130,000 - $140,000 USD yearly
Content Writing Roles

This role will provide an important link between our marketing and research teams. As such, it will require not only excellent writing and editing skills but also project management experience and a strong understanding of and interest in real estate investment management.

Key Responsibilities:

·        Act as the primary editorial gatekeeper for all content produced by the Investment Research & Strategy team, ensuring adherence to brand guidelines, tone of voice, style guides, and regulatory requirements.

·        Perform comprehensive editing, proofreading, and fact-checking of a wide range of materials, including, Investment commentaries and thought leadership articles (e.g., market outlooks, white papers) to ensure that the research is reliable and credible.

·        Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to understand the context and objectives of the research ensuring that the final output effectively communicates the intended message.

·        Work closely with legal, compliance, and risk teams to ensure all content is accurate, compliant with relevant regulations, and minimizes reputational risk. Understand and apply disclaimers and regulatory language appropriately.

·        Manage editorial workflows and deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality content.

·        Stay informed about current events, industry news, and emerging trends in the real estate market to ensure our content remains relevant and timely.

·        Contribute to the continuous improvement of our content processes and workflows, suggesting new ideas and approaches to enhance efficiency and quality.

 

Required Skills & Experience:

·        5+ years of professional editorial experience with a significant portion gained within financial services, asset management, investment banking, or similarly complex and regulated industry.

·        Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Finance, Economics, or a related field.

·        Proven ability to edit complex financial information for clarity, accuracy, and impact, translating technical jargon into accessible language without compromising precision.

·        Strong understanding of financial markets, investment products, and economic concepts.

·        Demonstrable experience working with legal and compliance teams in a highly regulated environment.

·        Extremely detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and quality.

·        Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including senior management, investment professionals, and marketing teams.

·        Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and experience with content management systems (CMS).

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