Director of Research Publishing

Primary responsibilities include: Lead the full research publishing lifecycle, including editorial review, supervisory oversight, production workflow, and distribution timelines Oversee the editing, approval, and publication of company reports, industry notes, thematic research, and other client-facing materials Maintain strong adherence to FINRA regulations, internal policies and risk controls, and supervisory review requirements Manage important elements of publishing systems, distribution processes, quality standards, and operational best practices Serve as a key partner to Citizens CM&A platform’s relevant stakeholders Build, manage, and develop/coach a high-performing publishing team focused on quality, accuracy, responsiveness, timeliness, and continuous improvement Qualifications, Education, Certifications and/or Other Professional Credentials 10+ years of experience in Research Publishing (preferably Equity) and Supervisory Analyst functions Proven experience leading publishing operations, supervisory review processes, or research production teams Strong understanding of research publishing workflows, regulatory requirements, control frameworks, and risk management Exceptional qualitative and quantitative skills, including writing, editing, proofreading, and content review skills, with a strong command of high-quality research presentation standards Demonstrated ability to manage complex, high-volume workflows with precision, urgency, and sound judgment Strong communication, stakeholder management, leadership, and team management and development capabilities Hands-on expertise with the BlueMatrix research publishing and distribution platform required BA/BS degree, preferably in English or Journalism FINRA Series 24 with either Series 16 or Series 87 licenses required Hours & Work ScheduleHours per Week: 40

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday Pay TransparencyThe salary range for this position is $200,000 to $250,000 per year, plus an opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. Actual pay is based on various factorsincluding but not limited to the budget, work location, and relevant skills and experience. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible work arrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more. Note, Citizens’ paid time off policy exceeds the mandatory, paid sick or paid time-away policy of very local and state jurisdiction in the United States. For an overview of our benefits, visithttps://jobs.citizensbank.com/benefits. Customer Empowerment Diversity and Inclusion Practice Financial Market Analysis