CFA Institute Jobs Hiring Now
CFA Institute is hiring for 5 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in project & program management and business development, with listed salaries up to about $234,000. Migrate Mate updates CFA Institute's live openings daily. CFA Institute is a global professional association that administers the Chartered Financial Analyst credential and sets standards for the investment management profession.
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CFA Institute hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of July 16, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 5
- Top team
- Project & Program Management
- Seniority
- Manager level or above
- Work type
- 20% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Charlottesville
- Salary range
- $120,000–$234,000
Listed salaries for CFA Institute roles on Migrate Mate range from about $120,000 to $234,000 per year across 5 open roles, as of July 16, 2026.
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Are you an experienced investment industry research leader who wants to shape industry thinking on a global scale?
Do you enjoy developing researchers and analysts, elevating the quality and impact of published work, and serving as a trusted voice on the issues shaping investment management?
Are you looking for an opportunity to combine research excellence, people leadership, and thought leadership within a mission-driven organization that influences the future of the investment profession?
If so, CFA Institute may be the place for you.
The Research & Policy Center (RPC) at CFA Institute is seeking a Senior Director, Research to play a pivotal leadership role in strengthening the quality, oversight, and impact of our global research portfolio. This role combines strategic research leadership, team development, editorial oversight, and external engagement to help advance CFA Institute’s mission of promoting the highest standards of ethics, education, and professional excellence across the investment industry.
Reporting to the Senior Head of Research, you will help shape and oversee a diverse portfolio of research initiatives, mentor and develop researchers, contribute original thought leadership, and represent CFA Institute across industry, academic, policy, and media forums. This is a unique opportunity to influence investment practice globally while helping build the next generation of research talent.
What You’ll Do
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of researchers, providing guidance, coaching, and developmental support to strengthen research capabilities and professional growth.
- Oversee research projects from concept through publication, ensuring methodological rigor, analytical quality, and alignment with organizational priorities.
- Provide editorial review, quality assurance, and constructive feedback across research outputs to ensure publication readiness and consistency.
- Author and contribute to original research, thought leadership, and industry analysis on topics relevant to investment professionals and capital markets.
- Develop and refine research proposals that support strategic priorities and emerging industry themes.
- Translate complex research findings into accessible, high-quality publications and thought leadership content for external audiences.
- Serve as a senior subject matter expert and spokesperson for CFA Institute research.
- Represent CFA Institute at conferences, industry events, academic forums, media engagements, and stakeholder meetings.
- Build and maintain relationships with academics, practitioners, policymakers, industry experts, and external research partners.
- Monitor developments across investment management, capital markets, regulation, and industry practice to inform research priorities.
- Help scale and strengthen the research function by expanding senior review capacity, improving research workflows, and reducing publication bottlenecks.
- Contribute to the continuous evolution of research standards, editorial excellence, and portfolio-wide quality assurance practices.
What We’re Looking For
- Extensive experience conducting, leading, publishing, or overseeing research within investment management, asset management, investment banking, financial services, policy, or related fields.
- Demonstrated success managing, mentoring, or developing staff and research teams.
- Strong track record of producing, reviewing, and supervising high-quality research and thought leadership.
- Deep understanding of investment management, capital markets, and industry trends.
- Experience presenting research findings to senior stakeholders, industry audiences, media, or conference attendees.
- Proven ability to evaluate research methodologies, provide critical review, and improve research quality and impact.
- Strong written communication skills with the ability to transform complex analysis into compelling, publishable content.
- Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills with confidence representing an organization externally.
- Experience operating effectively within complex, global, multi-stakeholder environments.
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution and delivery.
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
- CFA Charterholder status, active CFA Program candidacy, or other relevant postgraduate qualifications are highly valued.
- Experience or expertise in private markets, asset management, or related investment disciplines would be advantageous.
Why Join Us
- Influence investment practice and industry thinking through globally recognized research and thought leadership.
- Leverage the reach, credibility, and reputation of CFA Institute to create meaningful impact across the investment profession.
- Work alongside respected researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and industry leaders.
- Play a visible leadership role representing research that reaches investment professionals around the world.
- Help shape the future direction of the Research & Policy Center and strengthen its long-term capabilities.
- Mentor and develop talented researchers while building a more scalable and sustainable research function.
- Join a mission-driven organization committed to improving outcomes for investors and raising standards across the profession.
- Enjoy the opportunity to contribute both as a research leader and as a recognized subject matter expert in your own right.
At CFA Institute, we are committed to transparency and equity in our hiring process. In compliance with wage transparency laws in many of the jurisdictions in which we recruit, we provide the following information regarding compensation for this position:
Expected salary range: $175,000 - $234,000 per year.
All salary ranges are subject to adjustment based on experience, education, and other factors relevant to the position. Additional benefits include eligibility for an annual incentive bonus, a 12% employer contribution to a 401(k) or pension plan, and a comprehensive medical benefits package.
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We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, including health coverage, generous time off, competitive retirement plans, flexible work options, and wellbeing and development programs. You can learn more on our careers site: Working at CFA Institute | Comprehensive Benefits
About CFA Institute
CFA Institute is the global leader in investment excellence and ethics. With nearly 200,000 charterholders across 160 markets, we promote professional growth, uphold ethical standards, and help advance better financial markets. Join a global organization committed to putting investors first.
Follow CFA Institute on: LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram | WeChat | Weibo
Important Message: Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements as CFA Institute cannot make assumptions about your education, experience, or location. We thank all those who apply.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. CFA Institute prohibits both discrimination and harassment with regard to all identifying characteristics: any individual employee, group of employees, or prospective employee on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, religion, creed or belief, age, marital or partnership status, marital or family status, care giver status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, physical abilities/qualities, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, predisposing genetic characteristic, military or veteran status, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence or sex offense or stalking, unemployment status, infectious disease carrier status, migrant worker status, educational background, socio-economic status, geographic location and culture or any other basis protected by applicable law. This policy impacts all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, development, promotion, demotion, layoff, recall, furlough, transfer, leave of absence, and dismissal. This is a global policy that applies to all CFA Institute employees, regardless of location.
If, due to a disability or current medical condition, you need an accommodation or assistance to complete a job application, you can request one at any stage of the recruitment process. Please send an email to TAHelpdesk@cfainstitute.org noting the accommodations or assistance you are requesting. Please do not include any medical or health information in this email. We will review your request and contact you to discuss the possible options and arrangements. We will try our best to provide you with an accommodation or assistance that meets your needs and respects your preferences.
Are you an experienced investment industry research leader who wants to shape industry thinking on a global scale?
Do you enjoy developing researchers and analysts, elevating the quality and impact of published work, and serving as a trusted voice on the issues shaping investment management?
Are you looking for an opportunity to combine research excellence, people leadership, and thought leadership within a mission-driven organization that influences the future of the investment profession?
If so, CFA Institute may be the place for you.
The Research & Policy Center (RPC) at CFA Institute is seeking a Senior Director, Research to play a pivotal leadership role in strengthening the quality, oversight, and impact of our global research portfolio. This role combines strategic research leadership, team development, editorial oversight, and external engagement to help advance CFA Institute’s mission of promoting the highest standards of ethics, education, and professional excellence across the investment industry.
Reporting to the Senior Head of Research, you will help shape and oversee a diverse portfolio of research initiatives, mentor and develop researchers, contribute original thought leadership, and represent CFA Institute across industry, academic, policy, and media forums. This is a unique opportunity to influence investment practice globally while helping build the next generation of research talent.
What You’ll Do
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of researchers, providing guidance, coaching, and developmental support to strengthen research capabilities and professional growth.
- Oversee research projects from concept through publication, ensuring methodological rigor, analytical quality, and alignment with organizational priorities.
- Provide editorial review, quality assurance, and constructive feedback across research outputs to ensure publication readiness and consistency.
- Author and contribute to original research, thought leadership, and industry analysis on topics relevant to investment professionals and capital markets.
- Develop and refine research proposals that support strategic priorities and emerging industry themes.
- Translate complex research findings into accessible, high-quality publications and thought leadership content for external audiences.
- Serve as a senior subject matter expert and spokesperson for CFA Institute research.
- Represent CFA Institute at conferences, industry events, academic forums, media engagements, and stakeholder meetings.
- Build and maintain relationships with academics, practitioners, policymakers, industry experts, and external research partners.
- Monitor developments across investment management, capital markets, regulation, and industry practice to inform research priorities.
- Help scale and strengthen the research function by expanding senior review capacity, improving research workflows, and reducing publication bottlenecks.
- Contribute to the continuous evolution of research standards, editorial excellence, and portfolio-wide quality assurance practices.
What We’re Looking For
- Extensive experience conducting, leading, publishing, or overseeing research within investment management, asset management, investment banking, financial services, policy, or related fields.
- Demonstrated success managing, mentoring, or developing staff and research teams.
- Strong track record of producing, reviewing, and supervising high-quality research and thought leadership.
- Deep understanding of investment management, capital markets, and industry trends.
- Experience presenting research findings to senior stakeholders, industry audiences, media, or conference attendees.
- Proven ability to evaluate research methodologies, provide critical review, and improve research quality and impact.
- Strong written communication skills with the ability to transform complex analysis into compelling, publishable content.
- Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills with confidence representing an organization externally.
- Experience operating effectively within complex, global, multi-stakeholder environments.
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution and delivery.
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
- CFA Charterholder status, active CFA Program candidacy, or other relevant postgraduate qualifications are highly valued.
- Experience or expertise in private markets, asset management, or related investment disciplines would be advantageous.
Why Join Us
- Influence investment practice and industry thinking through globally recognized research and thought leadership.
- Leverage the reach, credibility, and reputation of CFA Institute to create meaningful impact across the investment profession.
- Work alongside respected researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and industry leaders.
- Play a visible leadership role representing research that reaches investment professionals around the world.
- Help shape the future direction of the Research & Policy Center and strengthen its long-term capabilities.
- Mentor and develop talented researchers while building a more scalable and sustainable research function.
- Join a mission-driven organization committed to improving outcomes for investors and raising standards across the profession.
- Enjoy the opportunity to contribute both as a research leader and as a recognized subject matter expert in your own right.
At CFA Institute, we are committed to transparency and equity in our hiring process. In compliance with wage transparency laws in many of the jurisdictions in which we recruit, we provide the following information regarding compensation for this position:
Expected salary range: $175,000 - $234,000 per year.
All salary ranges are subject to adjustment based on experience, education, and other factors relevant to the position. Additional benefits include eligibility for an annual incentive bonus, a 12% employer contribution to a 401(k) or pension plan, and a comprehensive medical benefits package.
#LI-JB1



We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, including health coverage, generous time off, competitive retirement plans, flexible work options, and wellbeing and development programs. You can learn more on our careers site: Working at CFA Institute | Comprehensive Benefits
About CFA Institute
CFA Institute is the global leader in investment excellence and ethics. With nearly 200,000 charterholders across 160 markets, we promote professional growth, uphold ethical standards, and help advance better financial markets. Join a global organization committed to putting investors first.
Follow CFA Institute on: LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram | WeChat | Weibo
Important Message: Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements as CFA Institute cannot make assumptions about your education, experience, or location. We thank all those who apply.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. CFA Institute prohibits both discrimination and harassment with regard to all identifying characteristics: any individual employee, group of employees, or prospective employee on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, religion, creed or belief, age, marital or partnership status, marital or family status, care giver status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, physical abilities/qualities, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, predisposing genetic characteristic, military or veteran status, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence or sex offense or stalking, unemployment status, infectious disease carrier status, migrant worker status, educational background, socio-economic status, geographic location and culture or any other basis protected by applicable law. This policy impacts all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, development, promotion, demotion, layoff, recall, furlough, transfer, leave of absence, and dismissal. This is a global policy that applies to all CFA Institute employees, regardless of location.
If, due to a disability or current medical condition, you need an accommodation or assistance to complete a job application, you can request one at any stage of the recruitment process. Please send an email to TAHelpdesk@cfainstitute.org noting the accommodations or assistance you are requesting. Please do not include any medical or health information in this email. We will review your request and contact you to discuss the possible options and arrangements. We will try our best to provide you with an accommodation or assistance that meets your needs and respects your preferences.
Job Roles at CFA Institute
Working at CFA Institute
CFA Institute's 5 open roles are manager level or above, and about 20% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are project & program management, business development, and human resources (HR) — generalist. CFA Institute is a global nonprofit professional association serving the investment management industry, best known for administering the CFA designation and publishing research, ethics standards, and credentialing programs for finance professionals. Most CFA Institute roles are based in Charlottesville and New York.
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How many jobs is CFA Institute hiring for right now?
CFA Institute is hiring for 5 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in project & program management and business development. Recent postings span software engineering, security architecture, quality engineering, and research functions, covering both technical and professional disciplines across the organization.
What kinds of roles does CFA Institute hire for?
The most active teams are project & program management, business development, and human resources (HR) — generalist. CFA Institute posts roles across software engineering, quality engineering, security architecture, and research and content functions. Technical positions include engineering leads and architects; professional roles cover research directors and program managers. Most postings are manager level or above, reflecting the organization's emphasis on experienced professionals.
Are CFA Institute jobs remote or in-person?
A mix of remote and on-site. About 20% of CFA Institute's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026, with the rest based in Charlottesville. Each CFA Institute listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
How do I apply to a job at CFA Institute?
Find a CFA Institute role on Migrate Mate, then follow the listing through to CFA Institute's own careers page to complete the application. CFA Institute manages its own hiring process, including resume review, interviews, and offers. Migrate Mate does not accept applications on CFA Institute's behalf.
What do CFA Institute jobs pay?
Listed salaries for CFA Institute roles on Migrate Mate range from about $120,000 to $234,000 per year as of July 16, 2026, with most postings at manager level or above. Exact pay is set by CFA Institute and shown on each listing.
Does CFA Institute hire entry-level?
Most of CFA Institute's open roles on Migrate Mate are manager level or above as of July 16, 2026. Entry-level openings are limited. Check individual CFA Institute listings for stated experience requirements.
Where is CFA Institute hiring?
Most CFA Institute roles are based in Charlottesville and New York, and about 20% offer remote or hybrid work as of July 16, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.