Associate Editor - Financial Standard and Money

We’re looking for an experienced writer–editor to support the production of branded and commercial content across Financial Standard and Money. This role sits at the intersection of editorial craft and commercial delivery. You’ll work closely with editorial, sales, marketing, and research teams to develop, produce, and deliver sponsored and branded content that meets client objectives while maintaining the integrity and quality of our mastheads. This is a hands‑on, individual contributor role. You’ll be directly involved in writing, editing, and shaping feature‑led commercial content, while ensuring delivery is smooth, accurate, and on time.

This is a rare opportunity to work across two of Australia’s most respected financial media brands, contributing to commercially important content while maintaining strong editorial standards. You’ll be part of a collaborative, fast‑moving media environment that values quality storytelling, commercial impact, and skilled growth, with scope to progress your career within a global organization.

OVERVIEW

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced writer–editor to support the production of branded and commercial content across Financial Standard and Money. This role sits at the intersection of editorial craft and commercial delivery. You’ll work closely with editorial, sales, marketing, and research teams to develop, produce, and deliver sponsored and branded content that meets client objectives while maintaining the integrity and quality of our mastheads. This is a hands‑on, individual contributor role. You’ll be directly involved in writing, editing, and shaping feature‑led commercial content, while ensuring delivery is smooth, accurate, and on time.

Why join us

This is a rare opportunity to work across two of Australia’s most respected financial media brands, contributing to commercially important content while maintaining strong editorial standards. You’ll be part of a collaborative, fast‑moving media environment that values quality storytelling, commercial impact, and professional growth, with scope to progress your career within a global organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES

What you’ll be responsible for

- Producing and editing branded and sponsored content, including articles, special features, media partnerships, events, and awards‑related deliverables




- Writing and editing longform feature content to a high editorial standard
- Supporting content workflows by managing schedules, approvals, and deadlines across multiple projects
- Translating commercial briefs into engaging editorial content that is on‑brand, on‑brief, and on time
- Commissioning and editing external writers where required
- Coordinating with media sales, marketing, design, and production teams throughout the content lifecycle
- Working with Rainmaker Group’s research team to incorporate relevant proprietary insights into content
- Contributing ideas to the evolution of content formats, including native storytelling, multimedia, and emerging content solutions

What success looks like

- Consistent delivery of high‑quality branded content that meets editorial and commercial expectations
- Strong, collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners
- Reliable management of multiple briefs and deadlines with minimal supervision
- Editorial output that engages audiences while supporting commercial outcomes

QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Economics, Journalism, Communications, or any related field.
- Has at least 3-5 years of experience writing, editing, or producing branded or commercial content
- Has strong longform and feature‑writing skills, with high editorial standards
- Has a background in journalism, media, content agencies, branded content studios, or PR/communications with a strong editorial focus
- Ability to translate commercial briefs into engaging, high‑quality editorial content
- Experience juggling multiple content projects, deadlines, and stakeholders
- Hands‑on experience with CMS platforms (e.g. WordPress) and content workflow tools
- A genuine interest in financial services, investing, or consumer finance, or the curiosity to build expertise quickly
- SEO knowledge and experience with social, multimedia, video, or podcast content, is a plus.

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What You Can Expect from Us

Our people are the moving force behind our work.



We are committed to building a culture that values diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences. If you have the skills, passion, and drive to help us bring clarity and transparency to capital markets, we want to work with you.

Together, we can grow your career in an environment that fuels creativity, drives innovation, and has real impact.

About ISS STOXX

ISS STOXX delivers world‑class research, data, and technology solutions that empower capital market participants to pursue their visions with confidence. Our expertise spans indices, corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence, giving clients the tools they need to uncover opportunities, manage risks, and navigate evolving regulations. We are made up of 4,000 professionals operating across 20 countries and serving approximately 5,000 clients, including many of the world’s leading institutional investors. Our scale and reach give us deep market knowledge, while our innovative methodologies allow us to offer our clients tailored insights that drive impact and success.

Specifically, Media at ISS STOXX comprises a highly regarded set of publications, digital assets, and research known for their editorial integrity, objectivity, and leadership within the industry, as well as a conference business in the retirement segment.

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ISS STOXX is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, ethnicity, creed, religion, sex, age, height, weight, citizenship status, national origin, social origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, pregnancy status, marital status, familial status, mental or physical disability, veteran status, military service or status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). All activities including, but not limited to, recruiting and hiring, recruitment advertising, promotions, performance appraisals, training, job assignments, compensation, demotions, transfers, terminations (including layoffs), benefits, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, are and will be administered on a non‑discriminatory basis, consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local requirements.

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