Director of Research Publishing

Citizens Financial Group • San Francisco, CA

7h

About The Position

Citizens JMP Securities is seeking an experienced Director of Research Publishing to oversee the production, review, supervision, and distribution of equity research. This individual will play a critical leadership role in ensuring research content is high-quality, accurate, professionally presented, timely and aligned with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and business standards.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in Research Publishing (preferably Equity) and Supervisory Analyst functions
• Proven experience leading publishing operations, supervisory review processes, or research production teams
• Strong understanding of research publishing workflows, regulatory requirements, control frameworks, and risk management
• Exceptional qualitative and quantitative skills, including writing, editing, proofreading, and content review skills, with a strong command of high-quality research presentation standards
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, high-volume workflows with precision, urgency, and sound judgment
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, leadership, and team management and development capabilities
• Hands-on expertise with the BlueMatrix research publishing and distribution platform required
• BA/BS degree, preferably in English or Journalism
• FINRA Series 24 with either Series 16 or Series 87 licenses required

Responsibilities

• Lead the full research publishing lifecycle, including editorial review, supervisory oversight, production workflow, and distribution timelines
• Oversee the editing, approval, and publication of company reports, industry notes, thematic research, and other client-facing materials
• Maintain strong adherence to FINRA regulations, internal policies and risk controls, and supervisory review requirements
• Manage important elements of publishing systems, distribution processes, quality standards, and operational best practices
• Serve as a key partner to Citizens CM&A platform’s relevant stakeholders
• Build, manage, and develop/coach a high-performing publishing team focused on quality, accuracy, responsiveness, timeliness, and continuous improvement

Benefits

• comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• retirement benefits
• maternity/paternity leave
• flexible work arrangements
• education reimbursement
• wellness programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director