We are seeking an experienced Commentary Investment Writer to join our London-based Investor Reporting team. You will be responsible for managing content deadlines and collaborating closely with investment teams to produce insightful and engaging market commentary.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of financial markets, investment strategies, and macroeconomic trends, combined with excellent writing and editorial skills. You will have both strategic oversight and hands-on writing responsibilities, ensuring high-quality output that aligns with the firm’s brand and messaging.
How you'll spend your time...
Content Leadership & Writing
Responsible for the production of market commentary, fund reports, and thought leadership content.
Write and edit investment insights, market analysis, and fund performance commentaries for both institutional and retail audiences.
Translate complex investment concepts into clear, engaging, and client-friendly content.
Work at the intersection of finance and communication, shaping the firm’s investment voice.
Team & Workflow Management
Manage client’s SLA calendar, ensuring content is delivered on time and meets internal quality standards.
Coordinate workflow and priorities in line with business needs and market events.
Train junior copywriters and cross train skills.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
Work closely with portfolio managers, analysts, and marketing teams to ensure commentary aligns with investment views and strategies.
Liaise with compliance teams to ensure all content meets regulatory requirements.
Stay up to date with market trends and firm positioning to enhance content relevance.
Engage with top investment professionals in a dynamic and intellectually stimulating environment.
To be successful in this role you will have...
Proven experience as an investment writer, financial journalist, or investment communications specialist within asset management, financial services, or investment publishing.
Deep understanding of financial markets, asset classes, and macroeconomic trends.
Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to adapt tone and style for different audiences.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with regulatory and compliance considerations in investment communications.
If you also had this, it would be great…
Degree, or equivalent work experience, in Finance, Economics, Journalism, or a related field.
CFA, IMC, or similar financial qualifications (desirable but not essential).
About Columbia Threadneedle Investments
Working at Columbia Threadneedle Investments you'll find growth and career opportunities across all of our businesses.
We're intentionally built to help you succeed. Our reach is expansive with a global team of 2,500 people working together. Our expertise is diverse with more than 650 investment professionals sharing global perspectives across all major asset classes and markets. Our clients have access to a broad array of investment strategies, and we have the capability to create bespoke solutions matched to clients' specific requirements.
Columbia Threadneedle is a people business and we recognise that our success is due to our talented people, who bring diversity of thought, complementary skills and capabilities. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace that supports the diversity of our employees and reflects our broader communities and client-base.
We appreciate that work-life balance is an important factor for many when considering their next move so please discuss any flexible working requirements directly with your recruiter.
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