Writer and Editorial Lead

I’m hiring - for a role that's pivotal in telling Macquarie's global story....

We're looking for an exceptional writer who can creatively turn the unique and fascinating work we're doing around the world into topical, insightful and engaging stories for our digital channels.

Playing a role similar to an internal freelance writer, we need someone who enjoys building and investing in relationships with a diverse range of fascinating people, who is editorially minded and knows how to uncover and tell the best stories, and who has proven experience writing professional long-form content in a fast-paced environment (journalism, for example).

If this sounds like you — or someone you know — explore the role below or reach out to me directly for a chat.

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Corporate Affairs actively engages with stakeholders to protect and promote Macquarie’s reputation and brand globally, articulate the Group’s story, support strategic priorities and build understanding and support from a range of internal and external audiences. Playing a role similar to an internal freelance writer in our dynamic Corporate Affairs team, you will report to the Head of Content and collaborate with teams across the globe. At Macquarie, our advantage is bringing together diverse people and empowering them to shape all kinds of possibilities. We are a global financial services group operating in 31 markets and with 56 years of unbroken profitability. You’ll be part of a friendly and supportive team where everyone - no matter what role - contributes ideas and drives outcomes.

What role will you play?

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You will play a pivotal role in showcasing Macquarie’s global capabilities and the expertise of our people you will contribute to building an industry-leading global content function. You will transform topical, unique, and multifaceted stories into insightful and engaging written thought-leadership pieces that tell ‘the Macquarie story’.

What you offer

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• Editorial minded and an exceptional writer with proven experience in a professional environment such as journalism or content production
• Proven in producing written content in a range of digital formats - including web and blog articles, social media posts, video scripts, and digital screens
• Experience leading the creation of thought leadership content that aligns with business objectives and engages a digital audience
• Informed on current market trends and best practices and adept at using new tools, including AI, to enhance content performance
• Ability to use analytical insights to measure and improve the impact of content, ensuring continuous improvement
• Ability to build strong relationships with colleagues and teams, adapt to different cultures and consistently seek to improve processes and outcomes.

We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply.

What we offer

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At Macquarie, you’re empowered to shape a career that’s rewarding in all the ways that matter most to you. Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on employment type, include:

• 1 wellbeing leave day per year
• Up to 5 additional service bonus leave days per year
• Up to 20 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of transition leave upon return to work, and 6 weeks’ paid leave for non-primary caregivers
• 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching
• Up to 12 months’ gender affirmation leave, including 6 weeks’ paid leave
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing benefits including skin and health checks, and flu vaccinations
• Access to a wide range of salary packaging options
• Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role
• Reimbursement for work from home equipment

About Financial Management, People and Engagement

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Financial Management, People and Engagement (FPE) provides a single interface for Macquarie’s businesses across key areas of people, strategy, communications and financial management. Comprising two pillars – Financial Management, and People and Engagement – it is responsible for managing the Group’s financial, tax and treasury activities and strategic priorities, fostering our culture through people and community engagement strategies, and engaging with stakeholders to protect and promote Macquarie’s reputation globally.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

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We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and welcome all identities, including race, ethnicity, cultural identity, nationality, gender (including gender identity or expression), age, sexual orientation, marital or partnership status, parental, caregiving or family status, family and domestic violence status, neurodiversity, religion or belief, disability, or socio-economic background. We welcome further discussions on how you can feel included and belong at Macquarie as you progress through our recruitment process. To learn more, contact our team by clicking here.
Our aim is to provide reasonable adjustments to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and through working arrangements. If you require additional assistance, please let us know in the application process.