We are supporting a progressive firm that is a dynamic challenger in the financial and professional services landscape. This private-equity-backed powerhouse operates across the pensions, benefits, wealth planning, and investment management sectors. They are defined by a forward-thinking culture that values curious minds and the freedom to outperform. With a commitment to delivering greater financial confidence for everyone, they offer the high-impact environment of a specialist firm backed by deep industry heritage.
The Role
As an integral member of the Marketing & Communications team, the Editorial Lead will bridge the gap between complex financial strategies and compelling storytelling. The successful candidate will work closely with sales, marketing, and senior management to articulate the firm’s investment and wealth strategies, raising the company’s reputation and highlighting its innovative approach to the market. This role is pivotal in reaching institutional, wholesale, and potentially retail audiences, ensuring that the firm’s future-focus is reflected in every piece of content.
Key Responsibilities
The Editorial Lead will strategically direct thematic editorial programmes, ensuring that hot topics and core messaging are aligned across all channels. This includes managing an editorial budget for both earned and owned media, overseeing core media partnerships, and tailoring high-level economic and thought leadership content for diverse client communications. From scripting videos and social media content to producing technical market impact reports, the lead will ensure absolute consistency and quality across the firm’s investment messaging.
Key Requirements
- Sector Expertise: Significant experience within investment management communications or financial journalism.
- Writing Excellence: Outstanding copywriting skills with the ability to tailor content for institutional and wholesale audiences.
- Strategic Mindset: Proven ability to work with senior stakeholders to shape editorial programmes and thematic content.
- Multi-Medium Proficiency: Skilled at producing effective communications across digital, social, video, and traditional print.
- Market Passion: A genuine interest in investment markets and a drive to provide innovative solutions for clients.
