Investment Writer, Investment Research Specialist or News Editor

Job description

Job Opportunity: Investment Writer, Research Specialist and/or news Editor

About QuotedData:

QuotedData is dedicated to delivering insightful and comprehensive investment research, with a particular focus on investment trusts, but have our sights other fund structures such as ETFs, OEICs, VCTs, LPs and LTAFs and need talent to help us achieve this. We’re seeking a few talented professionals to join our team and help shape the future of our firm’s news editorial and/or research efforts.

Functional Title: Senior Fund Analyst or News Editor/Journalist

Department: News and Research Department

Experience: 5+ years of analysing funds and asset managers

Location: 50 Gresham Street | London EC2V 7AY

Reports to: Depends on seniority

Ad Updated: April 2024

The Role:

We are looking for an exceptional individual/s who combine/s superior communication and writing skills with a strong ability to produce high-quality equity-style research or/and investment news. While expertise in all fund structures is ideal, we appreciate and welcome that candidates may specialise in specific areas. A deep understanding of one or more of the following is essential: ETFs, Investment Trusts, OEICs, VCTs, or LTAFs.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Crafting compelling and accurate investment research and/or news content.
• Demonstrating a strong understanding of how fund managers operate and their strategies.
• Leveraging industry connections to uncover insights and enhance our content.
• Collaborating closely with the sales and marketing teams to align research outputs with business objectives.
• Leading QuotedData’s news efforts, driving our editorial direction and ensuring timely, engaging, and insightful coverage.
• Contributing to social media and corporate communications to amplify our reach and engage our audience effectively.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in financial writing, with a portfolio of high-quality, published work.
• Strong understanding of the investment industry and fund structures.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to simplify complex investment concepts for diverse audiences.
• A proactive, investigative mindset to uncover trends and provide actionable insights.
• Strong industry relationships and networking ability to enhance the breadth of our coverage.
• Experience contributing to social media and corporate communications is a significant advantage.
• CFA charter holder (or interest in training for) and Bachelor degree or better
• Around 5+ years financial services experience, either as a journalist, editor or city analyst, preferably in asset management, investment banking or at a financial publication

What We Offer

• A dynamic, supportive, and innovative environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership in very present in this role.
• The chance to influence the direction of our company’s editorial and communications efforts.

To apply, please submit your CV, a cover letter, and examples of your previous work to us at em@quoteddata.com.

Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City Of London

Type of Contract

Casual / Part Time Jobs

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English