The Successful Investor Looking for Copywriter at North York, ON Full Time

We pride ourselves on helping investors thrive in a world of opportunities. We’re no less committed to giving our team members the training and support they need to do the same.

This is your opportunity to join our team as a Copywriter, as either a full-time employee or freelance contractor. Our business model is one of a kind in North America – come work where copywriting plays a pivotal role in our efforts to effectively guide Canadian investors.

The Successful Investor Inc. publishes highly regarded investor newsletters read by thousands of people across Canada, while our affiliate company operates a wealth management firm for investors who’ve entrusted us to manage $800 million in assets.

We have been in business for over 25 years. We are growing handsomely and in need of more good people. We are looking for a top-notch copywriter who relishes working with a team focused on providing our customers and clients with more financial freedom and investment security. Together we help Canadians to do more with their money and that gets us out of bed every day.

Are you passionate about striping jargon from business communication to create easy to read and engaging copy?

Do you believe in the power of your words to make a difference?

Do you enjoy seeing the results of your work bear fruit with testing?

If you answered yes to these questions and you have the experience and skills outlined below, we would love to hear from you.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
In this role you will research and create high-quality written marketing editorial and promotional material to retain and grow our subscription base and assist with communications to wealth management clients/prospects.

Write marketing-driven editorial content for the website:
Develop daily marketing posts for the website using existing editorial, that can be sent out to subscribers.

Ensure written content is optimized for search engine optimization.

Edit free reports (a blend of marketing copy and editorial) for distribution through the website with the purpose of attracting new email subscribers.

Use A/B testing of email subject lines and other marketing copy to improve engagement.

Write marketing content for the company:
Write weekly email promotions for distribution to our subscriber base.

Create (or review) ads for use in the different categories of the website including landing pages.

Write ads for paid advertising (i.e., Google Ad words/Facebook advertising).

Add to your love of testing – write copy to test new ideas vs control in order to strive to beat your previous best (and celebrate proudly afterwards).

Write and update our sales material posted on the website or distributed to our clients and subscribers.

Create phone scripts for sales, training, and marketing purposes.

Write marketing copy and communications for wealth management:

Write copy for lead generation marketing efforts – email; web; paid advertising.

Contribute toward communications to prospects in our sales funnel and exiting clients.

Proof outgoing material before sending:
Repurpose editorial content to produce daily marketing copy emails and weekly promotions.

Review all direct mail and other print material for final approval by editor.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Required:
Minimum of 3+ years demonstrated experience in copywriting/direct response marketing copy.

Strong fundamental understanding of stocks and investing.

University degree (i.e., Journalism, Communications, Marketing).

Proficient in Microsoft Word with working knowledge of Adobe InDesign.

Understands the importance of testing copy to improve results.

Excellent written and spoken communication skills.

Ability to proofread and review documents as required.

Preferred (but not essential for the right candidate):
Investment / financial services experience.

Experience in a newsletter subscription or wealth management business.

SKILLS, TALENTS AND OTHER REQUIRMENTS:
Excellent ability to organize, manage multiple tasks and prioritize.

Strong attention to detail.

Excellent teamwork skills.

Results driven.

Responsible and hard-working.

Possess initiative and desire to learn.

TO APPLY:
Please submit your cover letter and resume, including your salary expectations as well as all other relevant experience/qualifications. We thank all candidates in advance for their interest in this position and our company, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Successful Investor Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.