We have an opportunity for an experienced and adaptable individual to join our Sydney Funds Services team as an Editor and Communications Specialist. This role will see you involved in a wide variety of tasks primarily editing, copy writing and proof reading support for ratings reports, investment commentaries, media releases and technical articles. In addition you will be responsible for media liaison and the publication of reports and newsletters.
This is a deadline driven role and would suit someone who enjoys a variety of responsibilities, has sound negotiation skills and excellent time management skills. A sense of urgency is essential to ensure all copy is published in a timely fashion whilst maintaining high quality editorial content and a consistent house style. You will assist in developing market-facing commentary aimed at a sophisticated readership.
• Be Tertiary qualified in a financial discipline, journalism, or a related field
• Have suitable editorial experience gained in a commercial financial-analysis environment, investment bank or a financial newswire service
• Have the ability to edit to a high quality under tight deadlines, and to coordinate a robust publishing workload
• Be confident in negotiating outcomes with key stakeholders
• Have excellent interpersonal skills including being flexible and adaptable
• Be proficient in using Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Outlook
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, time management and organisation skills.
• Have a understanding of editing standards for research and be familiar with style guidelines
Interested?
Interested applicants may submit an application via www.careers.standardandpoors.com, referencing job number 21148. Please note that applications will only be accepted via our careers website. Only candidates with the credentials and experience required for the role will be contacted.
About the company:
Standard & Poor’s is the world’s premier provider of investment research, market indices, credit ratings, financial data, and fixed-income research and analysis. With more than 10,000 employees and offices in nearly two-dozen countries, Standard & Poor’s is valued by investors and financial decision-makers everywhere for its analytical independence, market expertise, and thought leadership.
Successful candidates will have current Australian working rights, and will be required to complete police and credit checks.