Business Writer - London, United Kingdom - Counting Stars

Counting Stars

Verified Company

London, United Kingdom

6 days ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

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Job description_

Groundbreaking notforprofit (NFP) seeking a business writer with a proactive approach._
This oneofakind NFP is in the process of forming a high caliber team and looking to grow with the help of an indispensable writer: one with a cando attitude, acute attention to detail and finetuned sense of discretion and professionalism. The NFP is working with topnotch stakeholders, who hold them to the highest standards, and equally, provide considerable financial and inkind support._

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The role_

We require a strong allrounder who can take charge of our deliverable projects, can work to strict to deadlines and manage timelines effectively, with excellent command of both written and spoken businesslevel English._
Some of the projects will be regular and predictable; others will be adhoc and require initiative and creativity. As part of a smaller organization, flexibility and persistence are essential, and in return, we offer a rewarding experience with considerable variety and opportunities for growth, learning and expansion of remit as we grow._

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Responsibilities_

Undertake necessary research on topics relevant to assigned projects and maintain familiarity with available information sources
Undertake writing and editing to develop highquality business reports, papers, content, etc.
Define and deliver reports and projects to tight deadlines
Liaise with all opinion leaders/authors or other external parties in such a way as to foster strong and positive relationships and to ensure project success
Develop a sound knowledge of, and keep uptodate with relevant publications/research developments in key policy areas, both nationally and internationally
Carry out literature reviews (peerreviewed and grey literature), interpreting, synthesizing, and presenting findings to a high

- standard, to support dissemination to internal and external stakeholders

Thought leadership: keeping abreast of all the latest movements within the sector we work within
Ability to prioritize work and define steps needed to achieve specified project outcomes.
Proofreading and copyediting skills
Creating and managing databases of important research, experts, etc.
Preparation of presentations for various meetings from a master presentation of slides
Potentially writing blurbs for social media posts on current developments
Helping with other support projects as required from time to time

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Skills & Experience_

8+ years of experience as a writer in a business environment
Proven ability to manage research reports and deliver projects
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
Experience with buy side investors and/or technology sectors highly desirable
High level professional writing and communications skills
Knowledge of the investment and/or tech sectors is required

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Attributes_

Energetic yet calm under pressure
Ability to deal with fluctuating work loads
Thrives when juggling many balls at once, with flexibility to adapt to continuously to changing priorities
Excellent time management
Exceptional attention to detail
Wellhoned sense of discretion
Start date for this position is ASAP. While this is a fulltime role, the working hours are flexible, as is the location, with occasional face to face meetings required in central London. The salary range for this role is £3550k, depending on experience._

- *Please note that, for the time being, the role will be on a contractor, not employee basis.*_

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract

Salary:
£35,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Work from home

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Experience:

Microsoft Office: 10 years (preferred)
Investment Management: 3 years (preferred)
Technology Sector: 3 years (preferred)
- business writing skills: 8 years (required)

Work Location:
Hybrid remote in London