Senior Economist and Editorial Director of Data Insights

📋 Description Set and own NerdWallet's economic research and reports, including flagship annual studies Conduct original quantitative analysis across various data sources: NerdWallet's data, commissioned Design and interpret survey research, writing reports on new and relevant topics Develop and publish commentary on major data releases (CPI, jobs report, FOMC, GDP, housing) as Uphold NerdWallet's editorial standards for methodology, sourcing, and writing Collaborate with Communications to translate findings into pitchable angles and maintain a pipeline 🎯 Requirements Advanced degree in Economics, Statistics, Public Policy, or a related quantitative field (PhD 8+ years of applied economics experience, ideally in consumer finance, household economics A public body of work: published research, commentary, or analysis written for a general audience Demonstrated comfort as a quoted expert across broadcast, podcast, print, or stage; existing media Willing and eager to be on camera and to build a social presence; an existing following on YouTube Hands-on quantitative skills: R or Python, SQL, and the judgment to work with messy, incomplete, or 🎁 Benefits Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision health care plans for employees and their dependents Rejuvenation Policy – Flexible Vacation Time Off + 11 holidays + holiday company shutdown New Parent Leave for employees with a newborn child or a child placed with them for adoption or Mental health support Paid sabbatical after 5 years Health and Dependent Care FSA and HSA Plan with monthly NerdWallet contribution