Writer/Editor

Company Overview 

Hilco Global, a subsidiary of ORIX Corporation USA, is a diversified financial services company that delivers integrated professional services and capital solutions that help clients maximize value and drive performance across the retail, commercial and industrial, real estate, manufacturing, brand and intellectual property sectors, and more. Hilco Global provides a range of customized solutions to healthy, stressed, and distressed companies to resolve complex situations and enhance long-term enterprise value. Hilco Global works to deliver the best possible result by aligning interests with clients and providing strategic advice and, in many instances, the capital required to complete the deal. Hilco Global is based in Northbrook, Illinois and has more than 850 professionals operating on four continents. Visit www.hilcoglobal.com. 

Position Overview

Hilco Valuation Services, LLC is an industry leader performing business asset appraisals covering consumer, retail and industrial inventories, machinery & equipment, real estate, and intangible assets. We provide over 2,500 valuations annually to retailers, wholesalers, manufacturers, their lenders, and advisors. Our appraisal reports, as used by asset-based lenders, commercial banks, investment banks and private equity groups, provide a reliable basis for structuring loans and other transactions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferably in English or Journalism/Writing)
• Mastery of Microsoft Word
• Experience with Microsoft Excel
• Strong business writing and editing experience
• Excellent attention to detail in both writing and understanding numbers
• Ability to work under time constraints and meet aggressive deadlines
• Ability to balance several projects and tasks simultaneously while not compromising the quality of the work product
• Desire to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong Internet research techniques
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, as this position requires routine interaction with appraisers and analysts
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively under little supervision

Responsibilities

• Organize information from the appraiser, analyst, and the Internet to write the report
• Perform in-depth Internet research on industries and companies using publicly available information
• Edit appraisers’ and peer writers’ reports for grammar, punctuation, and clarity

Annual base salary gross: $50,000 - $60,000. The base salary range represents the estimated low and high end of Hilco’s salary for this position based on geography. Actual base salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and proficiency for the role. The base pay is one component of Hilco’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards and benefits include cash bonuses, long term incentives, health insurance, accident and life insurance, and retirement benefits.  

Hilco Global is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered on merits and without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, gender, veteran, or disability status.

Hilco Global strives to comply with all applicable local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, Hilco Global is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. https://hilcoglobal.com/careers-about/