Finance Editor

17th September, 2024

Are you passionate about finance and have a knack for creating compelling, informative content? Canstar - a leading research and comparison platform that helps consumers make better financial decisions - is looking for a talented Finance Editor to join our dynamic Editorial team. As a trusted content expert, you will play a pivotal role in shaping finance-related content across all our brands and channels, contributing to the company's traffic and revenue growth.

About Canstar
Canstar is a trusted name in financial research and product comparison. For over 25 years, we have been helping Australians compare everything from credit cards to insurance policies, enabling smarter choices and financial wellbeing. We are driven by a commitment to transparency and excellence, and we take pride in making complex financial decisions easier for everyone.

About the Role
As a Finance Editor at Canstar Group, you will be responsible for creating high-quality, engaging finance content that meets the needs of our consumers. You'll be instrumental in executing key content strategies, working closely with the Editor-in-Chief to pitch and develop timely articles based on trending news cycles and search insights. Your focus will be on simplifying complex financial topics, making them accessible to everyday Australians.

In addition to content creation, you'll support and coach our team of writers, ensuring content accuracy, clarity, and compliance with journalistic standards. You'll also work on integrating AI tools into the team's workflow, contributing to process automation and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Write diverse, SEO-friendly content that simplifies complex financial topics
• Develop news stories, explainer articles, and sharable content for multiple channels
• Collaborate with the Editor-in-Chief and SEO team to develop content ideas and strategies
• Integrate monetisation opportunities within content to support customer acquisition goals
• Monitor and analyse content performance, providing insights to enhance engagement
• Provide editorial support and coaching to team members, fostering a high-performing, growth-oriented culture
• Champion the use of AI tools to assist with content creation and process automation

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• 8+ years of journalism experience, preferably with a background in digital publishing
• Experience in finance is preferred, and a keen interest in the finance sector is essential
• A journalism or communications degree
• Strong writing, editing, and fact-checking skills, with a proven ability to create high-quality content quickly
• Understanding of SEO and content management systems (preferably WordPress)
• Excellent judgment and a natural instinct for storytelling and trending topics
• A passion for digital media, particularly search trends and new content formats
• Strong interpersonal and coaching skills, with a focus on team development
• A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a hands-on approach to driving content performance

How Can You Join The Team:
If this sounds like you, and you are up for a fresh challenge with a great company, please click apply now and ensure that your CV and cover letter has been uploaded to your profile.

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