Content Writer/Asset Class Specialist (Alternatives) - Franklin Templeton : Job Details

At Franklin Templeton, we're driving our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic and diversified firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that's both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential but also to contribute to our clients' achievements.Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!What is the RFP Content Team responsible for?The Content Team is a global group of writers and asset class specialists with responsibility for driving quality of proposal content by leading the process of sourcing, writing, editing, and maintaining standard responses held in the firm's broader Business Development and Client Reporting Group's content library. The team works closely with business partners across the firm to develop and maintain high-quality, compelling centralized language that conveys consistent messaging and a strong competitive advantage.What are the ongoing responsibilities of the Content Writer/Asset Class Specialist (Alternatives)?

• Lead content creation and maintenance for sections of the content library, spanning public and private alternatives and multi-asset solutions, as well as other asset classes and firm topics when required.
• Conduct regular and ad hoc content reviews, including analyzing, editing, and proofreading content in accordance with review schedules, ensuring accuracy and consistency with product marketing initiatives, investment strategy team input, and house styles.
• Provide product expertise and customization for Alternatives Specialist Investment Managers (SIMs) in support of RFP, DDQ and Consultant Database Services asset gathering/retention efforts, and other corporate announcements by assessing impact to existing content, and implementing changes in an efficient and timely manner, communicating key content additions and updates to the broader group.
• Partner with experts across the firm on new language development, for example new product launches, marketing refreshes and platform evolution.
• Collaborate with RFP, Due Diligence, Consultant Data Services and Marketing teams to ensure significant edits to library content are captured.
• Assume responsibility for database administration on assigned content sections, ensuring accuracy and reasonableness of metadata and consistency of approach.

What ideal qualifications, skills and experience would help someone to be successful?

• Concentrated experience in alternatives in both public and private markets (for example, RFP, investment writing or product management) in an asset management environment. Exposure to digital assets and/or Fintech highly desirable.
• University degree or equivalent knowledge and experience; MBA/CFA/CAIA desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in researching and writing product and corporate-level material in a global asset management environment, with full responsibility for editorial components of projects; distribution background or participation in asset gathering process advantageous.
• Team player capable of building and maintaining strong working relationships and interacting professionally at all levels of seniority and across cultures.
• Meticulous attention to detail and keen eye for consistency and accuracy.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, plus strong proofreading skills.
• Flexible and adaptable, with exceptional multi-tasking, time management, project management and organizational skills, and demonstrated ability to adjust to changes in workflow and succeed in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with proposal software (or ability to master quickly), advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly MS Word and PowerPoint.

Compensation Range: Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewards-monetary and non-monetary-designed to support the whole person and to recognize their time, talents, and results. Along with base compensation, other compensation is offered such as a discretionary bonus, 401k plan, health insurance, and other perks. There are several factors taken into consideration in making compensation decisions including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. At Franklin Templeton, we apply a total reward philosophy where all aspects of compensation and benefits are taken into consideration in determining compensation. We expect the salary for this position to range between $100,000 - $120,000.#LI-US #MID_SENIOR_LEVELExperience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential!Our culture is shaped by our diverse global workforce and strongly held core values. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there's a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.Hear more from our employeesBy joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life's adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have your needs covered. Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton.Highlights of our benefits include:

• Three weeks paid time off the first year
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with 85% company match on your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to the IRS limits
• Employee Stock Investment Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Purchase of company funds with no sales charge
• Onsite fitness center and recreation center*
• Onsite cafeteria*

*Only applicable at certain locationsLearn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin TempletonFranklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation. Franklin Templeton is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. If you believe that you need an accommodation to search for or apply for one of our positions, please send an email to [email protected]. In your email, please include the accommodation you are requesting, the job title, and the job number you are applying for. It may take up to three business days to receive a response to your request. Please note that only accommodation requests will receive a response.