Senior Director

Grow your career with a growing organization

Whether they’re helping people reach their long-term financial goals or providing personal wealth management strategies, every associate contributes to changing the lives of those we serve for the better. When it comes to job satisfaction, that’s hard to beat. And from a personal satisfaction perspective, you’ll enjoy the freedom to support causes that matter to you and experience a truly inclusive work environment. Your future starts now.

A Senior Director of Thought Leadership & Research is an experienced thought leader, research expert and content creator with responsibility for developing data-driven insights that position our business, win share of voice, and empower people to achieve financial freedom. You will lead a small team of communications professionals and provide expertise and insights on financial topics and matters relevant to U.S. consumers, workplace and personal wealth customers. You’ll lead the strategy and approach for original research programs and leverages data to craft compelling thought leadership content that resonates with consumers and gains headlines.

What you will do:

• Craft compelling, clear narratives using a combination of internal and market data, and original research that uncovers trends and positions Empower in financial planning, investing, and advice
• Create compelling and innovative thought leadership content, including articles, white papers, and social media posts
• Develop presentation decks for thought leadership events, such as conferences, webinars, and roundtable discussions
• Develop and execute research concepts from survey design, questionnaire and discussion guide development, and preparation of analytic reports
• Mine proprietary Empower data for compelling timely trends and storylines
• Develop financial shorts, digital soundbites, and syndication opportunities for Empower research
• Maintain a deep understanding of news trends, financial behaviors, advanced analytical skills, and the ability to transform complex data into insights that get Empower in the headlines and resonate with our customers
• Deliver competitor scans and analysis; Identify emerging trends in finance and business and regulatory to keep content relevant and ahead of the curve
• Track and report on earned and organic growth that is attributed to content, press and social efforts in line with functional and enterprise KPIs
• Utilize data analytics to understand audience behavior and preferences and adjust content strategy accordingly

What you will bring:

• 10 plus years of work experience in research and thought leadership in financial services or a related field
• Thinker and doer who is passionate about research and thought leadership, building brands, and uncovering unique storylines
• Experience developing survey questionnaires and analytic reports that lead with compelling data and insights to generate press interest and support brand priorities
• Adept at working with research partners/platforms with a deep understanding of quantitative and/or qualitative research processes
• Proven project management and strategic planning skills. Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities

What will set you apart:

• Attention to detail a must. Results oriented. Strong analytic aptitude

• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment

• Excellent presentation skills

• Demonstrable experience in writing and editing skills

• High competency in Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Excel

***Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.***

What we offer you

We offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance.

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement savings – 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
• Generous paid time off upon hire – including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
• Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar year
• Leave of absence programs – including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
• Business Resource Groups (BRGs) - internal networks that rally around common interest, experiences and identities such as race, ethnicity, gender, ability, military status and sexual orientation. BRGs play a vital role in educating and engaging our people and advancing our business priorities.

Base Salary Range

$120,600.00 - $174,825.00

The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

Equal opportunity employer • Drug-free workplace

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.

***For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.***

Job Posting End Date at 12:01 am on:

07-09-2024

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