Writer, fee-based/institutional communications

Here's the deal. You can do top-notch work for a world-class organization and make a difference in people's lives. It's that simple.

We're The Capital Group Companies, a 75-year-old investment management company that prides itself on creating an environment in which our associates feel they can succeed and be valued for their contributions. We're the home of American Funds, one of the three largest mutual fund families in the United States. The benefits of working at Capital include interesting work, exceptional colleagues, a comfortable workplace, competitive salaries and bonuses, and health and life benefits from day one.


Job Description
Here's the deal. You can do top-notch work for a world-class organization and make a difference in people's lives. It's that simple.

We're The Capital Group Companies, a 75-year-old investment management company that prides itself on creating an environment in which our associates feel they can succeed and be valued for their contributions. We're the home of American Funds, one of the three largest mutual fund families in the United States. The benefits of working at Capital include interesting work, exceptional colleagues, a comfortable workplace, competitive salaries and bonuses, and health and life benefits from day one.The writer in this new role will help carry out a strategic plan for communicating with RIAs, fee-based advisers at broker/dealer firms and insitutional clients of American Funds. The ideal candidate will have an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to work in a collaborative corporate environment. The writer will work closely with an investment communications manager, managers of American Funds' fee-based and institutional business, as well as members of the sales force. The writer will be expected to travel occasionally with our external sales force, interview advisers, attend conferences and participate in offsite planning meetings. The writer will interact with both retail and institutional writers from The Capital Group. He/she will be part of an LA and NY-based Investment Communications group consisting of writers, desginers, production specialists and copy editors who specialize in both retail and fee-based/ institutional adviser communications. Writing projects will run the gamut from brochures and "flip books" to white papers, fund and market commentary, portfolio counselor interviews, articles, ads, letters and e-mail communications. The writer should have previous experience with this market segment and be comfortable using a variety of analytical programs and tools. He/she may also develop web content for these audiences.Qualifications
Required:

A minimum of 5 years of professional writing experience

Financial services business background (asset management or broker dealer or institutional business related experience)

Experience writing to a financially sophisticated audience about qualitative and quantitative topics and concepts

MBA or finance background preferred

An ability to write about complex concepts in an interesting and engaging style for advisers

Solid editing and project management experience

An ability to juggle multiple projects and adjust to changes in workflow

Experience working with a cross functional team

Must be self-motivated and inquisitive, with a desire to work in a collaborative team atmosphereWe offer excellent salaries, a progressive environment and a premier benefits package that includes:
Medical, dental and vision coverage effective day one

Three weeks vacation in year one

15% of annual salary plus bonuses contributed by the company to your retirement plan, up to IRS limits

Generous educational assistance

Health club subsidy

Paid, comprehensive training programs

Team-oriented working environment

Business casual dress
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.