Mercury

Senior Manager - Community

New York, New York, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess over 8 years of experience in community or ecosystem marketing, with at least 2 years of team management experience. A proven track record of leading successful community programs at a high-growth company, preferably targeting founders or small business owners, is essential. Fluency in founder/startup culture, strategic thinking capabilities, experience with cross-functional initiatives and senior stakeholder collaboration, passion for building community as a long-term asset, familiarity with influencer/creator ecosystems, a strong understanding of content marketing and distribution models, and existing relationships within startup and founder communities are required.

Responsibilities

The Senior Manager of Community will own and evolve the company's community strategy to increase reach and awareness, leading and mentoring a team of community and program managers. This role involves setting direction for engagement on external community forums, developing scalable programs to turn community members into brand advocates, and fostering partnerships with important communities. Responsibilities also include building the playbook for community-driven content and event distribution, synthesizing community insights to inform product and marketing roadmaps, designing scalable infrastructure and operational processes, and measuring the impact of community strategies against company goals.

Skills

Community Strategy
Team Leadership
Brand Advocacy
Content Strategy
Event Management
Program Development
Founder Ecosystems
Relationship Building
Communication

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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