Market Insights Lead

About the role 
We are looking for a Market Insights Lead to join us in New York. This is an opportunity for a financial markets professional who combines a deep understanding of hedge fund and trading strategies with exceptional communication and analytical skills.

Our Commercial Data Product team transforms securities finance and trading data into actionable intelligence for hedge funds, broker-dealers, and buy-side clients. In this role, you will shape our market narrative and lead the creation of content that informs client strategies, enhances engagement, and strengthens our position as a trusted data-driven thought leader.

You will work cross-functionally with sales, product, and technology colleagues to deliver insights that resonate with both trading desks and senior decision-makers. This role is highly visible and ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of markets, data, and storytelling.

What you’ll do 

• Write high-quality market insights, research commentary, and data-driven analysis that reflect a deep understanding of hedge fund and trading strategies.
• Produce regular market flashes, data publications, and contribute to The Purple and other industry materials.
• Develop thought-leadership content such as white papers, reports, and market perspectives for client and public distribution.
• Analyze securities finance, trading, and hedge fund datasets to identify key market trends and investment themes.
• Partner closely with sales teams to develop client materials, presentations, and bespoke analysis supporting business development initiatives.
• Present market insights and data findings to clients, internal stakeholders, and at external events and industry panels.
• Work with product and technology teams to ensure insights and commentary are accurate, data-rich, and aligned with client requirements.
• Engage directly with clients to understand their trading strategies, data needs, and decision-making processes to tailor insights effectively.
• Contribute to strategic discussions on how data products can evolve to meet market and client demands.
• Support internal education by sharing market perspectives across teams to deepen collective understanding of hedge fund and trading dynamics. 

What we’re looking for 

• 7+ years of experience in financial markets including deep knowledge of hedge fund and trading strategies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex topics to technical and commercial audiences.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience in client-facing or advisory roles, comfortable presenting to senior stakeholders and industry audiences.
• Advanced data literacy with strong Excel skills; experience interpreting and visualizing large financial datasets.
• SQL familiarity is a plus but not essential.
• Proven ability to identify market themes and transform analytical findings into commercially valuable insights.
• Commercially minded, creative, and proactive, with the ability to connect market insights to client and business growth.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or a related field; CFA or an advanced degree is advantageous. 

Benefits 

• Hybrid Working: Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely for up to 100 days each year.
• Generous Vacation Days: Vacation days increase as you progress in your career with EquiLend, ensure you have ample time to rest and recharge.
• Discretionary Annual Cash Bonus: A discretionary cash bonus to reward your performance and contributions to the company’s success.
• Health and Dental Insurance: Comprehensive health and dental insurance coverage is available from your first day.
• 401(k) Employer Matching Contribution Plan: Our 401(k) plan includes employer matching contribution available from day one.
• Compensation: Base salary range of $140,000–$155,000 annually plus a performance-based bonus. This range is a general guideline; final offers consider experience, responsibilities, market alignment, and internal equity.