Technical Writer
About Us
We are a leading global financial technology company transforming how the securities finance industry trades, settles, and analyzes data. Our award-winning Trading, Post-Trade, Data & Analytics, RegTech, and SaaS solutions power efficiency, transparency, and innovation for over 200 of the world’s top financial institutions. Every month, our platform supports over $2.4 trillion in executed transactions, a testament to our technology’s impact and reliability.
With offices across North America, UK&I, and APAC, we bring together diverse teams of technologists, data experts, and business professionals who thrive on solving complex challenges at scale. We are Great Place to Work Certified™ in the US, UK, Ireland, and India and have been recognized for Diversity & Inclusion excellence as well as for being the Best Post-Trade Service Provider and Best Market Data Provider Globally (Securities Finance Times Industry Excellence Awards, 2023).
Founded in 2001 by ten of the world’s leading financial institutions, we continue to shape the future of securities finance under the majority ownership of Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe (WCAS) alongside founding shareholders and customers including Bank of America, Bank of New York, BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, National Bank of Canada, State Street, UBS and Wells Fargo.
Join us and be part of a company where global impact, innovation, and collaboration define how we work and what we build.
About the role
We are looking for a Technical Writer to join us in our New York office. You will be part of a collaborative team responsible for delivering accurate, consistent, and user-friendly technical documentation across EquiLend’s products and platforms.
This is a hands-on Associate-level role offering the chance to learn and grow in a fintech and SaaS environment. You will gain exposure to complex financial technology products, Agile delivery processes, and cross-functional collaboration, while developing your expertise as a technical writer. Your work will help ensure our documentation supports clients, internal teams, and product launches effectively, making a direct impact on the usability of our solutions.
What you’ll do
- Contribute to the creation and delivery of clear and accurate product documentation, including user guides, release notes, and technical overviews.
- Assist in reviewing and updating existing documentation with support from senior team members.
- Apply the team’s documentation style guide to ensure consistency and usability across all content.
- Collaborate with Product Owners, Engineers, and Client Services to gather information and verify accuracy.
- Support the team in maintaining documentation tools and platforms, ensuring content remains accessible and easy to update.
- Prepare release notes in partnership with senior writers that align with product launches and Agile sprint deliverables.
- Develop technical writing skills through feedback and hands-on experience, contributing ideas for improving clarity and structure.
What we’re looking for
- Demonstrates 1+ years of relevant experience in technical writing or a related field, ideally within technology, SaaS, fintech, or another complex environment.
- You show a good knowledge of writing fundamentals and a strong interest in developing expertise in technical documentation.
- Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach when reviewing and editing content.
- Communicates clearly and concisely, adapting style for different audiences.
- Possess basic proficiency with documentation tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and SnagIT, with a willingness to learn new tools.
- Demonstrates strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks under guidance.
- Displays curiosity, initiative, and enthusiasm for learning in a collaborative team environment.
Role Location Benefits
- Hybrid Working: Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely for up to 100 days each year.
- Generous Vacation Days: Vacation days increase as you progress in your career with EquiLend.
- Discretionary Annual Cash Bonus: A discretionary annual cash bonus to reward your performance and contributions to the company’s success.
- Health and Dental Insurance: Comprehensive health and dental insurance coverage is available from your first day.
- 401(k) Employer Matching Contribution Plan: Our 401(k) plan includes employer matching contribution available from day one.
- Compensation: The annual base salary range for this role is $65,000- $75,000, plus a performance-based annual bonus. This range is a general guideline; final offers consider factors such as role scope, candidate experience, internal equity, and market factors.
Diversity & Inclusion
At EquiLend, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is respected and valued. We believe that a variety of perspectives drives innovation and strengthens our success. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the interview process, please let us know - we’re here to support you.
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