Thought Leadership Associate – External Communications

The D. E. Shaw Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 135,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Variable compensation and bonuses

Medical and prescription drug coverage

401(k) contribution matching

Wellness reimbursement

Family building benefits

Charitable gift match program

Job summary

A leading investment firm in New York is seeking an associate for its External Communications group's Thought Leadership team. This role involves managing content drafting, collaboration with various teams, and implementing thought leadership initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and 2-5 years of experience in analytical roles, showcasing strong research and communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $135,000 to $185,000 with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in analytical and research roles.
• Experience in finance, economics, or related fields is a plus.
• Commitment to high standards and collaborative work.

Responsibilities

• Manage drafting and review processes for various content.
• Collaborate with research, media, and compliance teams.
• Implement projects for content sourcing and amplification.
• Build relationships to identify new ideas for thought leadership.

Skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Project management

Analytical abilities

Writing and editing

Collaborative ability

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

OVERVIEW

The D. E. Shaw group seeks 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.

WHAT YOU'LL DO DAY-TO-DAY

• 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.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• 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.
• The expected annual base salary for this position is $135,000 to $185,000. Our 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.