Contract Writing Coach — Elevate Financial & Tech Writing

The D. E. Shaw Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

The D. E. Shaw Group is seeking a skilled writing coach contractor to provide individualized coaching services remotely and at their New York City headquarters. Responsibilities include improving staff's technical and professional writing skills and helping refine work to meet the firm’s high standards.

Qualified candidates should have a bachelor’s degree, extensive experience in coaching or teaching, and exceptional communication skills. Familiarity with AI writing tools is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of writing coaching or teaching experience, preferably at the graduate level.
• Ability to provide actionable guidance on complex writing tasks across various subjects.
• Exceptional communication skills and sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one coaching to improve professional and technical writing skills.
• Help staff refine work to meet high firm standards.

Skills

Writing coaching

Analytical thinking

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AI writing tools

Job description

The D. E. Shaw Group is seeking a skilled writing coach contractor to provide individualized coaching services remotely and at their New York City headquarters. Responsibilities include improving staff's technical and professional writing skills and helping refine work to meet the firm’s high standards.

Qualified candidates should have a bachelor’s degree, extensive experience in coaching or teaching, and exceptional communication skills. Familiarity with AI writing tools is preferred.