Senior News Analyst

FactSet creates flexible, open data and software solutions for over 180,000 investment professionals around the globe. We stay ahead of global market trends, power robust company and industry research, and provide comprehensive data with our market-leading solutions.

We believe today’s talent powers tomorrow’s innovations. As a globally inclusive community, we bring our whole selves to work, and encourage employees to join in, be heard, contribute, and grow. Our work environment fosters diversity, engagement, and productivity because we know that great ideas can come from anyone, at any time

StreetAccount is a division of FactSet that aggregates, filters, and contextualizes real-time financial market news for institutional investors.  

The role involves all aspects of providing real time content to our clients, from identifying breaking news and its impact on the financial markets, to researching actionable material, and writing concise comments that enable investors to immediately grasp the markets impact. You will be particularly focused on providing daily commentary on the Canadian markets, companies, economic data, monetary policy and political developments.

The Canadian team works between 5am and 6pm EST, covering the activity of the Canadian financial markets; most positions will occupy either the earlier or later portion of this time range. 

StreetAccount's parent company, FactSet, consolidates all the tools you need to monitor global markets, public and private companies, and equity and fixed income portfolios in a single, intuitive interface.

What we are looking for

• Bachelors' degree or equivalent years of experience

• Preferred writing experience covering macro economics and financial markets

• Ability to have a macro and micro view of financial market developments

• Previous work experience in a market-focused role (analyst, trader, PM, equity/currency/bond sales, economist, etc.)

• A passionate interest in financial markets, as well as a clear understanding of how news affects equities and the broader markets

• Excellent reading comprehension and written communication skills

• The ability to digest and analyze information quickly

• A network of existing contacts to source real-time market information

• For U.S. candidates, must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future

The budgeted salary amount range for this position in the state of Connecticut is $96,000-$120,000

What's In It For You

At FactSet, our people are our greatest asset, and our culture is our biggest competitive advantage. Being a FactSetter means:

• Contributing to a firm with over 40 years of consecutive growth, named a 2023 Best Place to Work by Glassdoor and led by a top-rated CEO Talent Champion.
• Support for your total well-being. This includes health, life, and disability insurance, as well as retirement savings plans and a discounted employee stock purchase program, plus paid time off for holidays, family leave, and companywide wellness days.
• Flexible work accommodations. We value work/life harmony and offer our employees a range of accommodations to help them achieve success both at work and in their personal lives.
• A global community dedicated to volunteerism, sustainability, and inclusivity, where collaboration is always encouraged, and individuality drives solutions.
• Career progression plans with dedicated time each month for learning and development.
• Employee-led Business Resource Groups that align with our DE&I strategy and are wholly supported by Executive Management.

Learn more about our benefits here.

At FactSet, we celebrate diversity of thought, experience, and perspective. We are committed to disrupting bias and a transparent hiring process. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, family status or veteran status. FactSet participates in E-Verify.

Salary is just one component of our compensation package and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, and certifications.