Senior Analyst, Payments

We're hiring a Senior Analyst, Payments to join our Financial Services team at EMARKETER.

EMARKETER is for people who are passionate, driven, curious and always striving to deliver excellence for our clients. Our mission is to unlock digital opportunities for our clients with the world's most trusted forecasts, analysis, and benchmarks. Our team members embody EMARKETER's core values: we serve our clients, we work as one team, we innovate and adapt, and we celebrate diversity and inclusion.

The Role and Team:

We are seeking a seasoned analyst to lead our Payments coverage and contribute to our Financial Services research. Reporting directly to the Principal Analyst, Banking, this high-profile role offers a unique opportunity to shape the conversation in the payments ecosystem, covering innovations, key players, and evolving consumer habits. You'll collaborate across the organization and represent EMARKETER as a thought leader through various channels, including industry events and media appearances.

This is a hybrid role working from our New York City HQ at One Liberty Plaza two times a week.

The ideal candidate is:

• Knowledgeable about the payments industry, with an understanding of its landscape, dynamics, and broader financial service trends.
• Skilled in writing and data analysis,bringing a structured approach to creating actionable insights
• Curious and adept at data storytelling, capable of identifying key insights across diverse data points.
• An exceptional communicator with a talent for concise, clearly organized, and impactful report writing.
• A team player who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is committed to organizational success.
• A networker with a strong LinkedIn presence who enjoys building connections with industry leaders and engaging on social media.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pitch, research, and produce insightful and data-driven analyses in a daily newsletter product centered on the marketing & media landscape.
• Create engaging data-centric charts and graphics that support your analysis and help tell stories.
• Understand the unique needs of a business audience in roles spanning brands, marketing, ad platforms, agencies & consultancies.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest current events by conducting research, attending events, etc.
• Establish a network of industry contacts to tap for future research.
• The writer/analyst of the Marketing & Advertising Briefing will be responsible for writing up to 3 short-form articles each day (300-400 words) and ad hoc content around newsbreaking events. This person will also contribute to long-form research reports on big company earnings each quarter.

Desired skills and experience:

• Proven expertise in the payments industry, including traditional and emerging payment methods, point-of-sale technology, and digital wallets.
• Strong public speaking skills with experience in client presentations, webinars, or media appearances.
• Exceptional writing and analytical abilities with proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience synthesizing data into actionable insights and creating compelling, story-driven presentations.
• Familiarity with data visualization techniques to support analysis and storytelling.
• Background in market research or a related field is a plus.

Salary & Benefits

• Base salary: $100,000-$120,000 (dependent on skills, experience, and competencies)
• Unlimited PTO, 10 paid holidays, and 16 weeks of parental leave
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Matched and vested 401k plan
• Access to resources for financial planning guidance, family planning services, mental health reachout and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Additional benefits include commuter benefits, phone reimbursement, gym membership discounts, and more

About EMARKETER:

EMARKETER is the world's leading research company focused on digital transformation. We hire people who are passionate about providing business leaders with actionable data and insights in the areas of digital marketing and advertising, media, retail and ecommerce, financial services, healthcare, and more. Our clients, who rely on our content to make informed decisions, include top global brands within Fortune 1000 companies, as well as smaller firms striving to compete in a digital age.

At EMARKETER, we pride ourselves on an inclusive work environment and continuously strive for diversity of thought, identity, and experience while encouraging growth and providing support to team members throughout the organization. Insider Intelligence is committed to corporate transparency through regular business updates and an always-open line of communication.

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