[Remote] Insights Editor at Mercury

New York, New York, United States

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Requirements

Very well-honed research, data analysis, and writing skills
At least 7 years of experience telling stories with data
Deep knowledge of finance, fintech, banking, and/or economics, along with strong awareness of/interest in the founder landscape (startups, entrepreneurship, bootstrapped or VC-backed, etc.)
Prior publications or a portfolio that demonstrates the ability to tell interesting stories effectively with data
Excitement around the visual elements of data storytelling, and experience collaborating with designers or agencies to bring data to life visually
Foundational SQL (or similar) skills — able to make simple queries independently and collaborate confidently with data scientists
Comfort working in a remote-first, distributed environment, using tools like Google Suite, Asana, and Slack to make async communication seamless
Nice to have: An existing newsletter, podcast, or well-established social media following on relevant topics or research
Nice to have: Familiarity with the compliance rigor of working on content in a highly regulated industry

Responsibilities

Strategize and craft compelling, dynamic data-driven research, reports, articles, thought leadership, educational materials, and other data-driven stories across formats
Publish a regular stream of data-driven content, and contribute data story points to content across Marketing and Communications
Proactively identify and action opportunities for data storytelling to deliver the next level of intrigue, value, and/or differentiation to our content programs
Develop and engage in data-focused content partnerships inside and outside Mercury
Unlock systems, processes, and workflows that enable more Mercury marketers to engage with the data you use, explore, and illuminate
As needed, act as a public face for Mercury’s data-driven thought leadership

Skills

Mercury

Banking services for startups and founders

About Mercury

Mercury provides banking services specifically designed for startups, regardless of their size or stage of development. Their offerings include free checking and savings accounts, debit and credit cards, and options for domestic and international wire transfers, as well as treasury and venture debt services. The platform is user-friendly, allowing founders to manage their finances with ease. What sets Mercury apart from traditional banks is its focus on the startup community, offering programs that connect founders with valuable resources and advice to help them succeed. The goal of Mercury is to empower startups by providing them with the financial tools and support they need to grow and thrive.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$146.8MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, & vision

Custom equipment setup

401(K) matching

12+ weeks paid parental leave

Book budget

Wellness benefits

Grocery budget

Paid lunch

Personalized callsign

Unlimited vacation policy (with mandatory minimum)

Risks

Mercury's decision to stop serving certain countries may lead to customer loss.

Integration challenges from the Teal acquisition could disrupt services.

Expansion into consumer banking might divert focus from core startup services.

Differentiation

Mercury offers both business and personal banking services, unlike many fintech competitors.

The company provides integrated financial management tools, enhancing startup operational efficiency.

Mercury's Raise program connects startups with investors, mentors, and other founders.

Upsides

Mercury secured a $100 million credit warehouse to expand its credit card business.

The acquisition of Teal enhances Mercury's financial management offerings for startups.

Mercury Personal expands market reach by attracting tech-savvy individuals.

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