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.

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.

Thought Leadership Associate – External Communications