Content Writer

MSCI is an independent provider of research-driven insights and tools for institutional investors. We have deep expertise in the areas of risk and performance measurement that is based on more than 40 years of academic research, real-world experience and collaboration with our clients.

This individual must be a very strong writer who can take complicated ideas and simplify them in an easy to read format. He or she will be responsible for collaborating with colleagues in marketing, product management, research and coverage to develop written materials for company websites and print that describe insights, products, capabilities and the firm as a whole.

* Writing and editing accurate, clear, clean and highly readable content quickly * Familiarity with graphs and charts and ability to translate them into easy to read content * Good at time management and tracking work flow * Breaking down topics in institutional investing and risk management into a series of written materials that can be consumed easily * Mapping out plans, in collaboration with a global team of subject-matter experts, for the creation and delivery of materials * Drawing on data from MSCI and others to render written materials, charts and other ways of expressing analysis * Enforcing and adhering to established style guides (e.g., MSCI's in-house style and brand guidelines, AP Stylebook) to ensure editorial clarity and quality * Able to work on multiple projects, manage time lines simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment * Comfortable managing one's own work, meeting deadlines and collaborating proactively with stakeholders and subject-matter experts

* Understanding how to write with a specific tone relevant to target client segments including both institutional and wealth client segments * Able to navigate a matrix work environment and can remove roadblocks and to dig for information * Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Power Point, Excel and Outlook * Ability to drive a task to completion, professionalism and collegiality * Masters/University degree * Minimum 8-10 years of relevant writing experience * Experience working in a corporate environment, a financial institution or news room is preferable * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Excellent organizational skills, ability to work on multiple projects/plans and work well under pressure to meet deadlines. * Confident self-starter with proven leadership qualities, ability to work in a matrix work environment and strong partnership skills