Overview
A leading international investment and technology development firm is looking to appoint a Thought Leadership Associate.
The firm is looking for a proactive, analytical individual with proven research and communication skills to join its External Communications group as an associate on its Thought Leadership team. This team produces markets-, economics-, and tech-focused content across a range of media to support the firm’s fundraising, recruiting, and branding initiatives. The position offers the opportunity to work across the firm’s investment, strategy, and support teams in a collegial, collaborative, and engaging work environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the drafting and review process for content including white papers, speaking engagements and presentations, and short-form materials.
- Collaborate with individuals spanning the firm’s investment research and tech disciplines, as well as Investor Relations, Media Communications, and Legal & Compliance.
- Ideate, manage, and implement projects to support the team’s content sourcing, amplification initiatives, and infrastructure.
- Build relationships with stakeholders across the firm to identify and execute on new ideas for thought leadership.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
- A bachelor’s degree or higher and at least two to five years of experience in roles requiring impressive analytical and research abilities, written communication, and project management.
- Academic or professional experience in finance, economics, statistics, or another quantitative discipline is valued but not required; a successful candidate will demonstrate learning agility and a desire to rigorously analyze a range of problems.
- Sound collaborative ability, commitment to high standards, and well-developed writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
- Individuals with a demonstrated ability to think critically, proactively drive projects, and work with colleagues across disciplines and seniorities will thrive in this role.
Company Benefits
The expected annual base salary for this position is $135,000 to $185,000. The compensation and benefits package includes variable compensation in the form of a year-end bonus and benefits including medical and prescription drug coverage, 401(k) contribution matching, wellness reimbursement, family building benefits, and a charitable gift match program.
