Behavioral Science Lead

Orion

$113K — $178K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Strong interdisciplinary knowledge of behavioral finance theory, including cognitive, neuroeconomic, and decision-making elements.
  • Master's degree in a relevant field focusing on decision-making, cognitive biases, and wellbeing.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in behavioral assessment and interventions, combining qualitative and quantitative analysis.
  • 10 years of academic involvement with psychological behavior foundations; equivalent education and experience may apply.
  • Proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively at all organizational levels.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a subject matter expert on behavioral finance for the organization.
  • Stay current with advancements in behavioral finance and neuroeconomics.
  • Present complex information clearly to varied audiences, including senior leaders and team members.
  • Develop diverse content such as blog posts, infographics, and articles related to behavioral finance.
  • Conduct relevant qualitative and quantitative research aligned with the firm’s goals.
  • Create evidence-based assessments and surveys to analyze financial behaviors and literacy.
  • Implement interventions designed to enhance financial health and literacy among target audiences.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision coverage available on day one.
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.
  • Paid parental leave for new parents.
  • Pet benefits, including pawternity leave and pet insurance.
  • Student loan repayment assistance.
Full Job Description
About this Opportunity:
As a Behavioral Science Lead, you will synthesize behavioral finance and neuroeconomic principles into practices that improve client performance and outcome. As we continue to evolve and live our Orion values, we are looking for someone to grow with us.

Location Status:
It is anticipated that an incumbent in this role will work as a Hybrid employee, with three (3) or more days each week required on-site at one of the listed office locations.

Candidates should be located within a commutable distance to an office. Internal candidates currently aligned to an Orion office location may be given preference; however, internal candidates with varying work arrangements may be considered based on experience and business needs. Work location is subject to change based on business needs.

In this role, you'll get to:
  • Serve as a subject matter expert and resource for the firm regarding behavioral finance
  • Stay informed of contemporary developments in the field of behavioral finance and neuroeconomics
  • Present relevant, complex data and concepts in delivery-methods suitable for a variety of audiences (senior leaders, associates in both small and large groups)
  • Develop content related to behavioral finance, including blog posts, infographics, articles, and other materials
  • Conduct qualitative and quantitative research pertinent to the firm's objectives
  • Create evidence-based assessments and surveys to map operant financial schemas, literacy, and subsequent behaviors
  • Implement responsive interventions that optimize financial health, literacy, and behaviors of target audiences


We're looking for talent who:
  • Possess strong, interdisciplinary knowledge of behavioral finance theory including cognitive, neuroeconomic, and decision-making facets
  • Has a minimum of a master's degree from a regionally accredited university in discipline pertinent to neurodevelopmental, socioemotional, and psychological facets of decision making, cognitive biases, heuristics, motivation, and wellbeing
  • Has a minimum of 5 years of experience in behavioral assessment, direct intervention, qualitative and quantitative analysis, and coaching
  • Has 10 years of academic familiarity with psychological bases for behavior (equivalent education and experience will be considered)
  • Owns and manages relationships with stakeholders directly and work effectively with people at all levels in an organization


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Recommended Skills:
Behavioral Finance, Client-Centric, Effective Communication, Finance Strategy, Innovation, Quantitative Research, Technical Proficiency, Time Management, Work Collaboratively

Salary Range:
$113,942.00 - $178,877.00
The pay listed in this posting indicates the estimated pay at the time of this posting; however, may vary depending on geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, Orion offers a competitive benefits package which includes health, dental, vision, and disability coverage on day one, 401(k) plan with employer match, paid parental leave, pet benefits including pawternity leave and pet insurance, student loan repayment and more.

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