| Hiring Organization: | Baillie Gifford |
| Industry: | Financial Services |
| Employment Type: | Full Time Jobs |
| Date Posted: | 2025-02-02 |
| Closing Date: | 2025-02-16 |
| Job Location: | United Kingdom |
Baillie Gifford offers exciting careers and employment opportunities for graduates, undergraduates, students, and experienced professionals looking to thrive in a dynamic and innovative environment. With a strong commitment to hiring top talent, we provide internships, apprenticeships, and full-time roles across various departments, allowing individuals to develop their skills and grow within the firm.
We are always looking for motivated individuals to join our team, whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out in your career. Our online application process makes it easy to explore open positions and find the right role for you.
Current opportunities include:
- Communications Associate, Client & Marketing Presentations – Play a key role in delivering high-quality client and marketing materials, supporting presentations, webinars, and events.
- DDQ Writer – Support client servicing by producing due diligence questionnaires, working closely with internal teams to ensure accurate and engaging content.
Explore our job openings and apply online to take the next step in your career with Baillie Gifford!
Communications Associate, Client & Marketing Presentations
Location: Edinburgh
Department: Client & Marketing Services
Role Overview:
We are seeking a Communications Associate to support client and marketing communications, ensuring the production and delivery of high-quality presentations for institutional clients. This role is key to maintaining effective client relationships, managing investment information, and driving continuous improvement and digital transformation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Create and deliver client and marketing presentations to a high standard.
- Ensure consistency in messaging, branding, and regulatory compliance.
- Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Support training and mentoring of new and existing team members.
- Contribute to process improvements and digital transformation initiatives.
- Authorise financial promotions as required.
- Assist with departmental projects and cross-team collaboration.
Skills & Experience Required:
- Previous experience in a similar production or communications role.
- Strong numerical, grammar, and attention-to-detail skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with a proactive mindset.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Strong teamwork and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with data literacy and process improvement.
Ideal Candidate:
You are a self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude, capable of working collaboratively while delivering high-quality work with accuracy. Your ability to build strong relationships, communicate effectively, and contribute to ongoing improvements will make you a valuable addition to the team.
Application Deadline: February 13, 2025
DDQ Writer
Location: Edinburgh
Application Deadline: February 5, 2025
Department: Client & Marketing Services
Role Overview:
Baillie Gifford is seeking a DDQ Writer to join our Client & Marketing Services team. This role plays a vital part in supporting and retaining existing clients by coordinating and producing due diligence questionnaires (DDQs) that cover a range of business areas, including investment strategies, ESG, diversity and inclusion, trading, and compliance.
The DDQ Team collaborates closely with Client Contacts and Product Specialists to ensure responses meet client needs, reflecting Baillie Gifford’s commitment to exceptional client service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Produce high-quality DDQs for new and existing clients.
- Coordinate with internal teams to ensure accurate and customised responses.
- Manage stakeholder relationships across different business areas.
- Maintain and update Qvidian, the firm’s content management system.
- Drive process improvements and contribute to digital transformation initiatives.
- Stay updated on regulatory requirements to ensure compliance.
- Assist with department-wide projects as needed.
Skills & Experience Required:
- Experience in financial services or asset management is beneficial.
- Background in professional writing, editing, RFPs, or investment writing preferred.
- Strong MS Word and Excel skills; familiarity with Qvidian is a plus.
- Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organisational skills.
- Ability to prioritise multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- IMC or IOC qualifications (preferred but not essential).
At Baillie Gifford, we offer a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment, empowering employees to drive innovation and make an impact. Whether you’re looking for an internship or a long-term career, we provide structured training, mentorship, and professional development to help you succeed.
