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ISLA is looking for an Associate – Content & Communications  (salary dependent upon experience and skillset) to join the London-based trade association on a full-time basis. 

Role Summary

ISLA’s Content & Communications Associate provides vital day-to-day support in the delivery of the International Securities Lending Association’s (ISLA) marketing and communications strategy. This is a generalist role requiring a blend of creative flair and technical execution. The successful candidate will manage a variety of content-related tasks, including social media management, digital mailings, website maintenance, and brand asset design.

About ISLA

The International Securities Lending Association (ISLA) is the leading industry association representing the common interests of securities lending and financing market participants, including agent lenders, beneficial owners, intermediaries, and buyside institutions, banks and broker dealers. ISLA works with members, policymakers, regulators and other stakeholders to promote a safe, efficient and future-ready securities finance market through advocacy, regulatory analysis, best practice & standard setting, market solutions, and thought leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Communications & Copywriting

• Content Creation: Support the creation of engaging content for a range of channels and audiences, including ISLA news, press releases, on-site event communications and regulatory updates.
• Editorial Support: Support the delivery of relevant content such as blogs and industry insights; proofread and edit pieces authored by other stakeholders to ensure a high standard of publication.
• Campaign Coordination: Manage the publication schedule for the Association, ensuring the timely delivery of newsletters and other publications.

Design & Digital Marketing

• Visual Content: Create high-quality digital assets and social media cards using Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) to maintain a strong visual identity.
• Brand Management: Maintain and enforce corporate brand guidelines across all platforms, including master presentation slides, corporate merchandise, and business cards.
• Web & CRM: Update website content via the CMS (WordPress) and the marketing module within HubSpot CRM, including template and media libraries.
• Social Media: Execute the social media strategy, focusing on platforms like LinkedIn to increase engagement and promote ISLA’s core messages.

General Support

• Idea Generation: Contribute input and ideas on ways to promote ISLA’s messages, such as new channels and mediums.
• Project Support: Provide ad-hoc support for ongoing projects such as ISLA and its affiliate entity, ISLA Americas events, and external speaking engagements.
• Administration: Maintain marketing folders on OneDrive/SharePoint and support the development of improvements to the ISLA website.

Skills & Experience

•  Up to 3 years experience in a marketing or communications role with a demonstrable interest in financial services.
• Proven experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, WordPress, and HubSpot CRM or similar.
• Familiarity with relevant AI tools (Design and LLMs)  to support delivery of tasks where appropriate
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Fluent in English with the ability to adapt writing styles for different stakeholders and levels of seniority
• Strong understanding of digital marketing trends, SEO tools (e.g., Yoast), and social media platform management
• Excellent proofreading skills and a meticulous approach to brand consistency
• Excellent organisational, project management & execution skills – ability to work on multiple deliverables, prioritise workload appropriately and meet deadlines, and provide regular progress updates to key stakeholders (e.g. around timeliness of corporate communications – sequencing and publication).
• A flexible, proactive approach and ‘can-do’ mindset.
• Accountable for deliverables and works in a transparent & collaborative manner.
• A team-player with willingness to support others when required and adapt to changing needs and priorities.

Desirable

• Experience in financial services is highly desirable, with a specific interest in or knowledge of securities financing being a significant advantage

Terms & Application

• Contract: Permanent, full time.
• Organisational structure: This role will report to ISLA Global Communications Director, within the broader ISLA Global Events, Content & Communications team.
• Level: Associate
• Location: London (occasional overseas travel may be needed). Hybrid working arrangements.
• Salary: Competitive, depending on experience.
• Benefits: Competitive market-based package.

To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter by Wednesday 27 May to ISLA Recruitment: recruitment@islaemea.org

ISLA is looking for a Regulatory Analyst (salary dependent upon experience and skillset) to join the London-based trade association on a full-time basis. 

Job Description

ISLA’s Regulatory Analyst is a critical support role within the Advocacy, Public Policy, and Regulatory Strategy function, responsible for assisting with technical regulatory analysis and horizon scanning that underpins the association’s strategic influence. Reporting to the Head of Advocacy, Public Policy & Regulatory Strategy, this candidate will provide comprehensive monitoring of global legislative developments impacting securities lending, translating complex regulatory shifts into actionable intelligence for both internal stakeholders and the wider membership. The role focuses on delivering high-quality research, assistance in drafting consultation responses, and supporting the development of proactive policy positions that align with the association’s strategic objectives across EMEA and other international markets.

The successful candidate will have some knowledge of the securities lending landscape and must be able to demonstrate the ability to distil technical regulatory analysis into logical, relevant summaries. This role provides essential analytical and administrative support to the Head of Department, contributing to the day-to-day execution of advocacy workstreams and helping to produce the high-quality insights required to represent the industry’s policy interests.

About ISLA 

The International Securities Lending Association (ISLA) is the leading industry association representing the common interests of securities lending and financing market participants, including agent lenders, beneficial owners, intermediaries, and buyside institutions. ISLA works with members, policymakers, regulators and other stakeholders to promote a safe, efficient and sustainable securities finance market through advocacy, standard setting, market solutions, and thought leadership. 

Key responsibilities 

• Regulatory Horizon Scanning: Monitor and track legislative developments across the EU, UK and Middle East as well as additional key jurisdictions on an ad hoc basis, to identify potential impacts to the securities lending industry. 
• Support the Head of Department in drafting high-quality consultation responses, position papers, and briefing notes for senior leadership and member firms. 
• Assist in the coordination and administration of member working groups, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and following up on technical action items. 
• Conduct preliminary research and data gathering to assess the operational and commercial impact of regulatory changes to the SFT market. 
• Support the alignment of advocacy efforts by coordinating with internal units and tracking the progress of joint initiatives with other trade associations. 
• Prepare structured research summaries and notes to assist the Head of Department in high-level meetings with regulators and policymakers. 
• Assist in the research and drafting of articles, newsletters, and thought leadership papers to communicate ISLA’s policy stance to the wider market. 
• Maintain a database of key regulatory contacts, committees, and legislative timelines to ensure timely engagement. 

Minimum Requirement:

• At least 2–5 years of direct experience in securities financing. This can include supporting the securities financing business from a product, legal, regulatory or trading perspective.

Desirable Attributes: 

• Proven ability to research complex topics and organise findings into logical, structured formats
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to draft clear and concise summaries for a professional audience.
• A basic understanding of the financial regulatory landscape and the plumbing of capital markets.
• Strong ability to manage multiple administrative and research tasks simultaneously while meeting strict regulatory deadlines.
• Execution focussed attitude with the agility to pivot between multiple projects as the legislative agenda shifts.
• Comfort with data tools or legislative tracking platforms to streamline horizon scanning.

Terms & Application 

• Contract: Permanent, full time. 
• Location: London based with overseas travel, as needed. Hybrid working arrangements. 
• Salary: Competitive, depending on experience. 
• Benefits: Competitive market-based package. 

To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter by Friday 12 June to ISLA Recruitment: recruitment@islaemea.org