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Director of Commentary | Franklin Templeton | San Mateo, CA

Franklin Templeton Investments remains a leading global investment management company for over 50 years thanks to our greatest assets - our employees. With over 7,000 employees working in 29 countries around the world to service over 240 financial products, we offer an exceptional range of diverse career options. Our corporate values reflect the best of our employees. We believe in putting clients first, building relationships, achieving quality results, and working with integrity. We strive to bring a balance of work and life to our employees. Were currently looking for qualified candidates to join our winning team. Oversee management and coordination of division resources responsible for writing of fund shareholder reports, quarterly and monthly portfolio manager commentaries, and ad hoc investment management content for both U.S. and international distribution. Serve as principal reviewer for all U.S.-distributed commentary. Serve as main point of contact with various portfolio management groups regarding commentary issues.

You will be primarily responsible for
  • Overseeing writers/resources within Global Advisor Services
  • Editing original and repurposed commentary. Writing original commentary (as needed)
  • Acting as principal sign-off on all U.S. commentary
  • Creating practices/procedures to maximize repurposing content
  • Acting as liaison across platforms (e.g. Institutional Marketing, Corporate Communications) and with Portfolio Management
  • Managing and supervising content
  • Overseeing the Global Portfolio Content System

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
We look for 8 to 10 years financial writing/editing experience, and 3 to 5 years of staff management experience. Must be able to work independently and ability to interact with portfolio managers and senior management as needed. Series 24 general securities principal license required within 3 months of employment. Excellent investment writing and editing skills. Ability to meet tight deadlines and strong organizational skills Knowledge of the mutual fund industry & solid understanding of investment products. Ability to exercise independent judgment in assessing quality/appropriateness of content. Strong familiarity with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements and NASD regulations. Emphasis in English, Communications or similar discipline. Bachelors degree or equivalent--marketing, journalism, communications preferred.

We offer one of the most competitive compensation packages and benefits programs in the investment management industry. Highlights of our benefits include:
  • Three weeks paid time off the first year
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plan with company matching
  • Employee Stock Investment Program with company matching
  • Business Casual dress
  • Fitness Center
  • Education assistance
  • Purchase of company funds with no sales charge

We invite you to visit us at www.franklintempleton.com to learn more about our company and career opportunities.

To apply for this position, please copy and paste the following link into your browser address bar:

http://franklintempleton.contacthr.com/6934463

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http://careers.hodes.com/franklintempletoncareers/default.asp?&eJobID=g&redirect=no&jobid=708526



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