Freelance Specialist Writers, Alpha Grid - London, United Kingdom - Financial Times

Financial Times

Verified Company

London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

About Us

The FT has an uncompromising mission: delivering independent, quality information, news and services to individuals and companies around the globe.

It's the cornerstone of our reputation and the heart of our ambitions for the future. But for our people, the FT offers so much more than what we do.

FT people come from all kinds of backgrounds and work across a huge range of disciplines and locations, and find an empowering, warm and welcoming culture that values curiosity and rewards smart, ambitious thinking.

Those who are willing to unite around our mission and live our values will find plenty to challenge, inspire and interest them.

Like the audiences we serve, no two FT people are the same; but together we help our audience be better informed and understand the world around them.

It's a job that's never mattered more, and a career that can take you anywhere you want to go.

Part of the FT Group,
Alpha Grid is a content studio with a head for business and a

heart for storytelling. We partner with brands to deliver inspiring stories that lead

conversations, connect with and engage audiences.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace

At the FT, we aim for employees across all regions to have a voice so that diverse perspectives are heard and valued.

We believe that a supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves at work and have the flexibility they need to meet their personal needs.

We'll continue to remove barriers for all, and in particular barriers facing employees from underrepresented groups.

The Role / Position Overview

We are looking to engage specialist writers in the areas below to work with our copy editors to produce sparkling, accurate, engaging written content that not only meets our high standards but also exceeds client expectations in terms of substance, detail and presentation.

A deep knowledge of your field and experience in the commercial content space are essential, as well as a willingness to go the extra mile in terms of research and presentation.

Health/Pharma
Tech
Energy
Legal
Professional Services
Industrials
UK Government
Foreign Government (FDI)
NGOs
Telcos
Aviation

Key Responsibilities

Responding to brief, carrying out research, devising and structuring synopses.
Delivering articles and other content on time, every time.
Organising and carrying out interviews with clients and third parties in a wellprepared, wellinformed and enthusiastic fashion.
Writing marketing copy according to brief.
Understanding house style and tone
Proactively communicating about availability or capacity challenges.
Writing engaging display copy and hub copy.
Working across formats, including VO scripts, immersive digital formats, and reports.
Attending calls and liaising effectively with copy dept, digital and production teams.

Required Skills / Experience

Solid, sustained writing experience in your field on a national title or authoritative commercial content agency.
Broad understanding of finance, business, tech and/or sustainability topics.
Understanding of social media platforms in a corporate context.
Exceptional organisational skills and high levels of attention to detail.
Comfortable working with people in geographically dispersed teams and time zones.
Enthusiastic and proactive attitude.

What's in it for you? Our Benefits

Our benefits vary depending on location, but we are committed to providing best in class perks across all our offices as well as an inclusive environment to develop your career.

Examples of our benefits include; generous annual leave allowances, flexible working (including working from home), medical cover, enhanced maternity & paternity packages, subsidised gym memberships and Giving Back opportunities.

Full details of our benefits can be found here.

Further Information
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