Sr. Director of Narrative & Content

Grade Level (for internal use):

Director of Narrative & Content (Grade Level 14)

The Role

The S&P Global Institute is S&P Global’s enterprise-level thought leadership hub. Drawing on the depth and breadth of data, research and expertise across S&P Global, the Institute drives the creation of authoritative, enterprise-wide perspectives on the forces reshaping markets, economies and industries worldwide. The Institute explores themes that matter to the world’s leading decision-makers such as AI and technology disruption, the future of capital markets, global volatility, the future of energy, sustainability and climate. Its mission is to foster market influence that deepens client & stakeholder relationships, and amplify S&P Global’s reputation as a trusted source of intelligence, while empowering divisions with shared guidance and tools to elevate their content and reach.

S&P Global Institute is seeking a Director of Narrative & Content to shape and project the voice of the Institute.

In an environment where attention is scarce, AI intermediates information, executives consume ideas in multiple formats, the Director of Narrative and Content orchestrates how the Institute’s research and insights are framed, connected and communicated so they become influential ideas rather than standalone publications.

This role translates complex, cross-divisional insight and research into compelling, trusted narratives for the world’s most influential decision-makers. It enables high-impact enterprise thought leadership by shaping the Institute’s editorial voice and leveraging the latest distribution channels and AI-enabled tools.

The successful candidate will bring exceptional executive-level storytelling capability, and a proven ability to translate complex research insights into decision-relevant stories. They will combine a collaborative mindset with strong influencing skills, to partner across with the Institute’s research fellows, division SMEs, Editorial, Design & Publishing (EDP), Chief Marketing Office (CMO), Chief client Office (CCO), communications and senior leadership.

Key Skills:

• Exceptional executive-level storytelling: A demonstrated understanding for what resonates with elite, time-constrained audiences; ability to translate complex research insight into decision-relevant stories and sustain a coherent enterprise point of view.

• Collaborative influence across matrixed organizations: Builds trust and alignment with the Institute research fellows, who drive the research agenda, and the divisional SMEs, to amplify the Institute’s voice; develops tight partnership with the editorial, marketing and communications teams through well-developed stakeholder management capabilities.

• Strategic and creative problem-solving: Brings an innovative mindset and data-driven assessment of opportunity to enhance the voice of the Institute in line with its overall strategy and business goals.

• Emerging channels and AI fluency: Keeps pace with agentic distribution models, generative engine optimization (GEO), and AI-enabled tools; identifies, tests, and scales formats that extend the reach of Institute insights.

Responsibilities

• Institute Narrative & Editorial Leadership: Define the narrative “throughlines” that connect research, leadership perspective, and market reality into an influential S&P Global point of view, based on the research agenda defined by the Head of the Institute and Research Fellows . Translate complex research into accessible storytelling and manage the institute's editorial voice. Work in partnership with divisions to elevate their research into enterprise-relevant narratives, while preserving divisional ownership of underlying analysis, data and authorship.

• Flagship Content and Enablement:  Amplify the impact of the Institute’s research with the market’s key decision-makers by leveraging a range of tools including flagship reports, digital formats, video, podcasts, executive briefings, AI/GEO discoverability, media content, in partnership with content marketing, communication teams. Align the Institute’s key publications with enterprise flagship events and programming.

• Emerging Channels, AI-Enabled Tools, and Agentic Distribution: Identify, test, and leverage emerging channels, formats, and distribution models that increase the visibility and engagement of the Institute’s insights. Leverage AI-enabled tools to accelerate content adaptation, increase discoverability, and support scaling, by leveraging the latest developments on agentic distribution models and GEO/AI-era visibility standards, in partnership with the demand generation and technology teams.

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Works in close partnership with the Head of the S&P Global Institute and the Research Fellows, who define the research agenda, to shape the voice of the Institute on agreed priorities through publications and external positioning. Collaborate with EDP and Communications on the Institute’s editorial style and risk management guardrails. Work closely with CCO, CMO, and Marketing on strategies for producing highly visible and digestible content aligned with clients’ main focus of interest. Engage divisional SMEs for voice, contribution, and validation.

Compensation/Benefits Information: (This section is only applicable to US candidates)

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $150,481 to $263,788 USD. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications.

In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.

This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please click here.

What We’re Looking For:

Basic Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of relevant experience in editorial leadership, thought leadership, content strategy, or a related domain within S&P’s core areas of expertise, research, media, or professional services.

• Exceptional writer with demonstrated ability to craft compelling executive-level narratives that distill complex research and data into clear, resonant stories for senior audiences.

• Proven ability to work collaboratively and influence across cross-functional teams, including research, editorial, marketing, communications, and events, without direct authority.

• Track record of driving content reach and impact through modern distribution channels, including emerging digital and AI-enabled platforms.

• Strong stakeholder management capabilities, including the ability to align and influence senior leaders, divisional partners, and external stakeholders.

Return to Work:

Have you taken time out for caring responsibilities and are now looking to return to work? As part of our Return to Work initiative, Restart, we are encouraging enthusiastic and talented returners to apply, and will actively support your return to the workplace.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:
Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.  Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.  

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