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Senior Manager, Global Market Research

Yesterday New York, NY

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You want to feel recognized at work. Your performance will be reviewed annually, and your compensation will be designed to motivate and reward the value that you provide. You'll receive a competitive salary, bonuses and benefits. Your company-funded retirement contribution will factor in salary and variable pay, including bonuses.

"I can lead a full life."

You bring unique goals and interests to your job and your life. Whether you're raising a family, you're passionate about where you volunteer, or you want to explore different career paths, we'll give you the resources that can set you up for success.

  • Enjoy generous time-away and health benefits from day one, with the opportunity for flexible work options
  • Receive 2-for-1 matching gifts for your charitable contributions and the opportunity to secure annual grants for the organizations you love
  • Access on-demand professional development resources that allow you to hone existing skills and learn new ones

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"I can succeed as the Senior Manager, Global Market Research at Capital Group."

The Senior Manager, Global Market Research (GMR) develops and delivers a program of high-impact research and insights that support and shape Capital Group's business priorities. Operating at a senior level, this leader guides direct reports to produce rigorous, actionable, and business-aligned research that enhances decision-making, deepens client relationships, and strengthens Capital Group's strategic positioning.

This leader works across Capital Group's range of business units with a particular focus on supporting strategic initiatives for the firm. They ensure that research capabilities provide added value for clients and a core driver of Capital Group's competitive advantage.

Success in this role is measured by the strategic impact of delivered insights, effectiveness in leading and developing a high-performing research team, and the ability to shape business decisions through compelling storytelling and analytical excellence.

Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions

Strategic Alignment & Business Acumen

  • Define and drive a multi-year research agenda aligned to North America Client Group (NACG) strategic priorities.
  • Anticipate and analyze industry trends, competitive dynamics, and client needs to shape the research program.
  • Act as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, ensuring insights inform enterprise decision-making and client engagement strategies.
  • Ensure research priorities and outputs are grounded in business understanding to influence decisions at Director level and above.

Thought Leadership & Consulting

  • Develop and deliver internal and external thought leadership that positions Capital Group as a trusted voice on key themes shaping the asset management industry.
  • Translate research findings into compelling narratives that deepen client relationships and reinforce Capital Group's differentiation.
  • Partner with internal and external stakeholders to ensure research findings are effectively leveraged in client discussions, industry forums, and NACG initiatives.

Team Leadership & Development

  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of researchers, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation.
  • Balance workloads and resources across multiple projects to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.
  • Model Leading Capital behaviors, fostering growth in business acumen, consulting skills, and research expertise.
  • Develop ongoing learning and skill-building programs to enhance team capabilities in research fundamentals, business understanding, and client engagement.

Deliverables & Communication

  • Deliver persuasive insights that influence and guide senior decision-makers and demonstrate ability to communicate effectively to both internal and external audiences.
  • Ensure research outputs are clear, compelling, and strategically relevant, with implications tailored to senior audiences.
  • Oversee the quality and consistency of outputs across the team to ensure credibility, precision, and usability.

Research & Innovation

  • Maintain excellence in research design, analysis, and synthesis, ensuring methodological rigor and consistency.
  • Integrate both traditional and innovative techniques, scaling and integrating AI approaches across the team or research portfolio.
  • Monitor and incorporate emerging industry trends, regulatory developments, and macroeconomic factors into ongoing research.
  • Drive continuous improvement in research processes and methodologies to enhance quality and timeliness.

Also May Be Required

  • Represent Capital Group externally by presenting research at conferences, client events, and strategic partner meetings.
  • Demonstrate strong stage presence and the ability to communicate research findings confidently to external audiences.
  • Develop thematic research that positions Capital Group as a thought leader in asset management.
  • Partner directly with senior executives to influence enterprise strategies and external market positioning.
  • Drive operational excellence through proactive business alignment and continuous refinement of research processes.
  • Focus on actionable insights that directly shape go-to-market strategy and organizational effectiveness.

"I am the person Capital Group is looking for."

  • You are a strategic thinker with an expert understanding of the asset management industry; ability to connect insights to business opportunities and risks.
  • You have clear business and industry knowledge with a deep awareness of market, regulatory, and competitive dynamics shaping client and enterprise priorities.
  • You have proven leadership success in developing high-performing teams; you cultivate collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
  • You have exceptional communication skills and a strong ability to frame complex challenges, develop structured recommendations, and deliver insights that drive action. You have exceptional skill in distilling complex ideas into clear, persuasive narratives for senior executives and clients.
  • You have deep capability in both traditional and innovative research design, execution, and analysis.
  • You have excellence in planning, executing, and delivering multi-stakeholder projects on time and with high quality.
  • You are skilled at building trusted cross-functional relationships, leveraging diverse perspectives to enhance outcomes.

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You've reviewed this job posting and you're ready to start the candidate journey with us. Apply now to move to the next step in our recruiting process. If this role isn't what you're looking for, check out our other opportunities and join our talent community.

"I can learn more about Capital Group."

At Capital Group, the success of the people who invest with us depends on the people in whom we invest. That's why we offer a culture, compensation and opportunities that empower our associates to build successful and prosperous careers. Through nine decades, our goal has been to improve people's lives through successful investing. We know that our history is a testament to the strength of the people we hire. More than 9,000 associates in 30+ offices around the world help our clients and each other grow and thrive every day. Find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube and Glassdoor.

Southern California Base Salary Range: $185,107-$314,682

New York Base Salary Range: $196,239-$333,606

In addition to a highly competitive base salary, per plan guidelines, restrictions and vesting requirements, you also will be eligible for an individual annual performance bonus, plus Capital's annual profitability bonus plus a retirement plan where Capital contributes 15% of your eligible earnings.

You can learn more about our compensation and benefits here.

* Temporary positions in the United States are excluded from the above mentioned compensation and benefit plans.

We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we comply with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit discrimination when making all decisions about employment. As equal opportunity employers, our policies prohibit unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including gender and gender identity), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, AIDS/HIV status, political activities or affiliations, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, assault or stalking or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Client-provided location(s): New York, NY, Los Angeles, CA
Job ID: Capital_Group-JR6237
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-02-11T23:39:21

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Snacks
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Pension
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion