The Smart Investor is hiring!
Editor (Full-Time or Part-Time)
We are seeking a dedicated and strategic Editor to join us. This is more than just a writing and editing role – it’s an opportunity to shape our editorial voice and drive our content strategy.
You will be at the heart of our mission, ensuring every article we publish is accurate and insightful and optimized to reach and resonate with our growing audience.
An ideal candidate for this role is a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a passion for finance, a strong talent for communication, and a proven background in content creation and editing. You should possess exceptional organizational skills, a solid understanding of SEO principles, and the ability to simplify complex financial topics for our audience. We’re looking for a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and has a portfolio of writing samples, preferably in the investment space.
Key Responsibilities:
- Content Leadership: Manage our content calendar, ensuring a steady stream of high-quality articles that inform, educate, and engage our readership.
- Expert Writing: Author compelling, stock market-related articles daily, translating complex financial information into clear and concise content.
- Editorial Excellence: Edit and proofread all articles to the highest standards, ensuring impeccable grammar, clarity, accuracy, and strict adherence to our brand voice.
- SEO & Strategy: Conduct in-depth keyword research and apply the latest SEO best practices to maximize our search engine ranking and organic traffic.
- Collaborative Management: Coordinate with our team of writers, providing constructive feedback and ensuring timely delivery of exceptional content.
- Market Insight: Stay on top of market news, financial trends, and SEO developments to keep our content fresh, relevant, and authoritative.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, a cover letter, and writing samples to hello@thesmartinvestor.com.sg. Please include “Editor (Full-Time/Part-Time)” in the subject line of your email.
Freelance Writers
Are you a passionate writer with a sharp analytical mind, eager to make a real impact in the investment world? The Smart Investor is searching for dedicated Freelance Writers/Analysts to join our team. This is your chance to move beyond personal blogs and bring your unique insights to a dedicated audience of thousands of investors in Singapore and across the globe.
This role is ideal for those who have a deep passion for the stock market and a talent for communicating complex ideas with clarity and precision. You will be at the forefront of our mission, contributing to a platform that empowers individuals to build a better financial future.
Key Responsibilities:
- Publish Under Your Own Name: Build your personal brand and establish yourself as a credible voice in financial journalism.
- Hone Your Craft: Work with our experienced analyst team to refine your analytical skills, elevate your writing, and develop content that truly resonates with investors.
- Create High-Impact Content: Deliver compelling, well-researched articles and sharp analysis on local and global investment trends, individual stocks, and market strategies.
What will be attractive to us:
- Experience investing in Asian or US stock markets.
- Your ability to simplify complex concepts and communicate through various media, including video, written articles, presentation, and events.
- Independent thinkers who are willing to step up on their own.
- Your willingness to be wrong, failing and getting better.
- A private or public track record in stock-picking — show us that you’re passionate about investing in stocks and keeping score.
Please note that this role is a freelance role, and pays by the article. Share with us your original articles, blogs, or any medium that displays your best work. Nothing beats a demonstration of ability. Just email us at hello@thesmartinvestor.com.sg with your writing and include “Freelance Writer” in the subject line of your email.
Editorial Assistant
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Editorial Assistant to join our team. This role is crucial in supporting our Editor to ensure the smooth and timely delivery of content. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, a strong communicator, and adept at managing multiple moving parts. You will play a key role in our content production pipeline, from scheduling to final checks.
Key Responsibilities
Content Scheduling: Manage and maintain the editorial calendar for all our writers.
Writer Coordination: Communicate with our network of writers to assign articles, provide deadlines, and track progress.
Workflow Management: Ensure articles move efficiently through the content pipeline, from draft submission to final publication.
Quality Control: Perform initial checks of submitted articles for formatting, clarity, and adherence to our style guidelines before they are passed to the Editor.
Administrative Support: Assist the Editor with administrative tasks, including organizing content files, managing correspondence, and other ad-hoc duties as required.
Feedback Loop: Help facilitate the feedback process between the Editor and writers to ensure continuous improvement in content quality.
What will be attractive to us:
Proven experience in a role requiring strong organizational and time-management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
A keen eye for detail and a solid understanding of grammar and punctuation.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
A passion for financial content or a willingness to learn about investment topics is a plus.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter to hello@thesmartinvestor.com.sg. Please include “Editorial Assistant” in the subject line of your email.