A manager at a top investment bank in downtown NYC is looking for a Technical writer within the Capital Markets space. The right candidate will be able to provide system specifications and technical documentation for systems that support the Electronic Trading business. Candidate should have knowledge of Visio, Confluence and Sharepoint. Exposure to architecture, QA, and support is a plus. Candidate must have investment banking experience. This will be a 6+ month contract that will have the opportunity to be extended, or possibly turn full time - based on performance. Rate will be 45- 50/ hr C2C as well 40-45 w2 Would you please find the full job spec below and if you are interested, please respond to this email with a copy of your most recent resume and / or call me at (212-707-8501). Also, please do not hesitate to forward this information to any colleagues or friends who may be interested and have the desired skill set. JOB SPEC: The business purpose: To provide system specifications and technical documentation for systems supporting Electronic Trading business Technical Skills: MS Word, Visio, Powerpoint. Experience with web publishing tools like Confluence and Sharepoint Team consist of: 10-15 core developers. Also includes significant interaction with broader technology team including Architecture, BA, QA and Support. Key Accountabilities: - Create complex documentation material in accordance with the bank documentation standards - Supports writing of several documents and assesses instructions and documentation to ensure it meets user acceptability tests and requirements - Confer with client to establish technical specifications and to determine subject material to be developed for publication - Develop and test complex user scenarios that assess applicability and usability of documentation - Analyze business and user needs, document requirements and design documentation intended for business and IT audiences - Audit existing documentation in accordance with internal audit requirements or as a result of organizational or infrastructure changes - Review and approve edits or changes in scope, format, and content made to material prepared by other technical writers or establishment personnel - Maintain an accurate understanding of internal knowledge-sharing processes to ensure delivery of requested information at the right time - Revise existing documentation standards as necessary: - Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, Journalism, Business or related field - Certification in Technical or Business Writing - would be an asset - 3-6 years technical/business writing experience Skills and Competencies: - Advanced documentation skills - Knowledge of communication and dissemination techniques and methods would be an asset To find out more about Huxley Associates please visit
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