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Kaplan is seeking a Content Specialist to develop and edit educational content for financial designations such as CFA, FRM, and CAIA, while collaborating closely with the product team.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include authoring and editing content, creating study tools, ensuring quality and accuracy, engaging in continuous improvement, and testing products before release.

Skills: Required skills include a Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, or Accounting, experience in finance, strong content development, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Docs.

Qualifications: Preferred qualifications include CFA, FRM, or CAIA credentials, and a Master’s Degree in a related field.

Location: This position is fully remote and can be performed nationwide in the USA, with no travel required.

Compensation: $64000 - $202600 / Annually

Job Title 

Content Specialist, Advanced Designations

Job Description

For more than 80 years, Kaplan has been a trailblazer in education and professional advancement. We are a global company at the intersection of education and technology, focused on collaboration, innovation, and creativity to deliver a best-in-class educational experience and make Kaplan a great place to work.

The future of education is here and we are eager to work alongside those who want to make a positive impact and inspire change in the world around them.

The Content Specialist will author and edit print, online, and multimedia content across a broad array of financial topics included with the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Financial Risk Manager (FRM), and Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) curricula. This role is a key contributor in the development of course materials and is expected to collaborate closely on projects led by other product team members. The Content Specialist will be expected to develop effective and efficient study tools to improve the customer experience.

Primary/Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the senior product team to author, edit, and review quantitative and qualitative content, ensuring relevance, quality, and accuracy
• Create new content, with particular emphasis on writing multiple choice format questions based on the Kaplan Way for learning
• Engage in continuous improvement exercises to increase the value of products by suggesting improvements and/or additions to existing content
• Ensure timely delivery at the highest quality level
• Participate as a team member by communicating project status and work with other teams to meet tight deadlines
• Test products prior to release for content quality and technical aspects to ensure best in class customer experience
• Perform additional duties as assigned to achieve organizational goals

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, or Accounting
• 3 years experience in finance industry or academic finance experience at the university level 
• Demonstrated excellence in content development
• Ability to proof and edit technical material with high attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Docs

Preferred Qualifications

• CFA Charterholder, FRM holder, CAIA Charterholder
• Master’s Degree in Finance, Economics, or Accounting

We offer a competitive benefits package including:

Remote work providing flexible work/life balance

Comprehensive Retirement Package automatically enrolled in The Company Contribution Plan (8-10% annual company contribution based on tenure)

Our Gift of Knowledge Program provides tuition assistance and substantial discounts for our employees and close family members

Competitive health benefits and new hire eligibility starts day-1 of employment

Generous Paid Time Off includes paid holidays, vacation, personal, sick paid time-off, plus one (1) volunteer day and one (1) diversity and inclusion day to participate and give back to our local communities

And so much more!

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For full-time positions, Kaplan has two Salary Grades, this position is Salary Grade B: $64,000 - $202,600. Actual compensation for this role is determined by several factors including but not limited to job level, candidate's skills, experience, and education, among other factors determined by the business.

Location

Remote/Nationwide, USA

Additional Locations 

Employee Type

Employee

Job Functional Area 

Content/Material Creation

Business Unit

00079 Kaplan Professional

At Kaplan, we recognize the importance of attracting and retaining top talent to drive our success in a competitive market. Our salary structure and compensation philosophy reflect the value we place on the experience, education, and skills that our employees bring to the organization, taking into consideration labor market trends and total rewards. All positions with Kaplan are paid at least $15 per hour or $31,200 per year for full-time positions. Additionally, certain positions are bonus or commission-eligible. And we have a comprehensive benefits package, learn more about our benefits here.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Kaplan is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, nationality, or sex. We believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our ability to serve our students, customers, and communities. Learn more about our culture here.

Kaplan considers qualified applicants for employment even if applicants have an arrest or conviction in their background check records. Kaplan complies with related background check regulations, including but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. There are various positions where certain convictions may disqualify applicants, such as those positions requiring interaction with minors, financial records, or other sensitive and/or confidential information.

Kaplan is a drug-free workplace and complies with applicable laws.