Director of Research & Insights

Job Description

Define and lead Flagright's research and insights program, aligning topics with industry trends and business goals. Conduct thorough research on market dynamics, regulatory changes, and emerging risks, converting detailed data into clear, actionable insights. Produce high-quality thought leadership content like reports and whitepapers, establishing Flagright as a key industry influencer. Serve as editor-in-chief for major Flagright publications, ensuring quality and consistency. Convert product features, user experiences, and market data into compelling, data-supported narratives. Engage with teams, clients, partners, and experts to gather key insights and validate research. Maintain high standards for analytical rigor and originality in all content. Develop and improve internal research processes and best practices for ongoing consistency and quality.

Qualifications

1. Proven knowledge in AML, financial crime, or compliance, with expertise in industry trends and regulations. 2. Experience in producing high-quality thought leadership content, such as reports and industry analyses. 3. Strong research and analytical abilities, capable of synthesizing complex topics into clear narratives. 4. Experience interviewing industry experts and stakeholders to gather and incorporate insights. 5. Excellent writing and editorial skills, creating content that is authoritative and engaging. 6. Experience managing a research or editorial agenda, identifying relevant topics. 7. Ability to translate product capabilities and customer insights into strategic positioning. 8. Comfortable working cross-functionally with Product, Sales, and Marketing in a fast-paced setting. 9. High standards for accuracy and originality, with strong attention to detail. 10. Self-motivated and proactive, able to take ownership from concept to publication. 11. Located in New York with US work authorization; visa sponsorship not available.

Benefits

- Direct exposure to leadership. - Influence financial crime risk management as a global thought leader. - Product with clear differentiation. - High-performance environment focused on execution and learning. - Equity from day one at a Y Combinator startup. - Work with a top-tier team from Y Combinator, ex-AWS, and Palantir. - Low-bureaucracy environment with minimal meetings.