VP Sector Research Strategist - ETF Market Insights

CFA Institute; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 203,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

State Street seeks a Sector Research Strategist to join the Sector ETF Strategy & Research team in Boston. You will conduct in‑depth fundamental and quantitative research, build sector expertise, and translate findings into actionable investment insights for ETF strategies.

You will develop models, dashboards, and educational materials using Excel and AI tools, and collaborate with ETF Research, Product, Marketing, Distribution, and Investment teams to advance thought leadership and client

Qualifications

• Experience in investment research or asset management.
• Ability to connect economic data with sector fundamentals.
• Experience presenting findings in written or verbal form.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth fundamental and quantitative research on assigned equity sectors.
• Monitor markets, macro developments, and ETF landscape for trends.
• Build and improve research models, dashboards, and workflows using Excel and AI tools.
• Develop research content and educational materials for diverse audiences.
• Explain sector ETF concepts and collaborate with product, marketing, distribution, and investment teams.
• Balance priorities, own projects, and meet deadlines with accuracy.
• Communicate insights to support thought leadership and distribution efforts.

Skills

Curiosity about markets

Equity fundamentals

Advanced Excel

AI tools experience

Analytical judgment

Research discipline

Clear writing/presentation

Collaborative mindset

Prioritization in fast pace

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business, mathematics, statistics, or related discipline

CFA or CAIA designation, or progress toward either designation

Advanced degree is a plus

Tools

Bloomberg

FactSet

Excel

Job description

State Street seeks a Sector Research Strategist to join the Sector ETF Strategy & Research team in Boston. You will conduct in‑depth fundamental and quantitative research, build sector expertise, and translate findings into actionable investment insights for ETF strategies.

You will develop models, dashboards, and educational materials using Excel and AI tools, and collaborate with ETF Research, Product, Marketing, Distribution, and Investment teams to advance thought leadership and client