Executive Writer, Senior Specialist at Vanguard

Malvern, Pennsylvania, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in executive communications, public affairs, journalism, or strategic messaging
  • Prior experience in an executive speechwriting role
  • Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to capture executive voices
  • Ability to develop a variety of compelling content under tight deadlines
  • Excellent judgment and experience providing communications advice and counsel to senior executive leaders
  • Experience navigating matrixed organizations
  • Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience (graduate degree preferred)
  • Experience working with C-suite leaders in the financial services industry
  • Expert storyteller and researcher

Responsibilities

  • Partner with the head of the Executive Office and the head of Executive Communications to maintain and evolve a distinctive executive voice with consistent messaging, tailored for channel and audience
  • Research, draft, and edit speeches, remarks, talking points, op-eds, and other materials for the CEO
  • Craft nuanced, persuasive communications that reflect the CEO’s tone, priorities, and expert business insights
  • Build a library of reusable narratives, anecdotes, and data points that reinforce the CEO’s leadership themes
  • Ensure all communications meet legal, regulatory, and reputational standards; partner with Legal, Compliance, and Risk teams to proactively manage sensitive topics
  • Coach and mentor communications team members on executive-level storytelling and stakeholder influence
  • Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned

Skills

speechwriting
executive communications
storytelling
research
editing
strategic messaging
public affairs
journalism
C-suite communications
content creation
stakeholder influence
legal compliance

Vanguard

Client-owned investment management firm offering low-cost funds

About Vanguard

Vanguard provides financial services with a focus on investment management. The company offers a variety of products, including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), individual retirement accounts (IRAs), and 401k rollovers, aimed at individual investors, financial advisors, and institutions. Vanguard's unique ownership structure means it is owned by its funds, which are in turn owned by the clients, allowing it to prioritize the needs of its investors over external shareholders. This model enables Vanguard to offer low-cost investment options, as it primarily earns revenue through management fees that are generally lower than industry standards. Additionally, Vanguard provides personalized investment advisory services, charging fees based on the assets managed. The company's goal is to help clients grow their wealth and achieve their financial objectives through effective investment strategies, while maintaining a competitive performance track record.

Kline Township, PennsylvaniaHeadquarters
1975Year Founded
SECONDARYCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Best-in-class medical, dental & vision coverage
Onsite health clinic & fitness center
Health Smart Rewards program
Vanguard Retirement Savings Plan
Education Benefits
PTO
Family Planning Benefist
Parental leave
Personal development opportunities
Volunteer Time Off

Risks

Competition from AI-driven platforms like Writer challenges Vanguard's traditional advisory services.
Vanguard's stake in Steelcase exposes it to the volatile furniture market.
New active bond ETFs may struggle in a low-yield environment with increasing competition.

Differentiation

Vanguard is client-owned, aligning its interests with investors, unlike traditional firms.
The firm offers low-cost investment products, making it attractive to cost-conscious investors.
Vanguard's ownership structure allows it to focus on long-term investor value.

Upsides

Vanguard's new active bond ETFs offer diversified, low-cost fixed income options.
The acquisition of Steelcase shares diversifies Vanguard's portfolio into the furniture industry.
Launching the International Dividend Growth Fund appeals to investors seeking sustainable dividend growth.

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