Research Analyst - Reports Team

Job Description:

The Block is a reputable brand in the digital asset industry, providing research, analysis, and news worldwide. Our diverse team of employees spans across different continents and time zones, offering consistent coverage of the global cryptocurrency market.

As a member of our research team, you will join our dedicated group of researchers and analysts. Your primary responsibility will be to generate insightful reports on various aspects of the digital asset industry that will have an impact on institutions and corporate executives worldwide.

Working closely with the existing research team, you will have the opportunity to expand your knowledge and establish your personal brand on social media platforms, thanks to our extensive industry network.

With access to a wide range of digital asset data providers, you will utilize your analytical skills to produce cutting-edge insights that are in high demand among digital asset venture capital firms and investment companies.

This position offers competitive compensation and significant growth opportunities within the company.

Please only apply to the Research role that aligns with your qualifications. Occasionally, we may consider applications for other roles based on internal needs.

Job Duties / Responsibilities:

• Conducting research on various digital asset topics and consolidating findings into comprehensive reports
• Adhering to research report deadlines and maintaining communication with sponsors/clients
• Identifying potential report topics and creating marketing materials to support outbound sales initiatives
• Handling additional tasks related to the company's early-stage nature, which involve public appearances, knowledge sharing, and community interaction

Successful candidates will likely have:

• A Bachelor's degree or higher
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in digital assets, traditional finance, or data analytics (although we consider all backgrounds)
• A desire to build expertise in multiple disciplines within the digital asset industry and eagerness to research new topics
• Familiarity with the current digital asset ecosystem, blockchains, and underlying technological frameworks
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with great attention to detail
• Professional certifications such as CFA, FRM, Series 7, Series 24, and CPA are a plus

About The Block:

Who We Are: In our everyday actions, we exhibit the key behaviors that define The Block's culture.

We are confidently humble. We dive in and get our hands dirty, recognizing that there is always room to learn and grow without ego.

We are actionably curious. We strive to become experts in our field and continually seek opportunities for knowledge expansion. Putting our learnings into practice is our daily objective. 

We practice tenacious ownership. Every day we show up as contributors, teammates, and owners. We seamlessly transition between these roles without compromising accountability or consistency.

We practice respectful partnership. We treat others with respect, concern, understanding, and patience—how we expect to be treated.

Why You Should Work Here:

We value our employees and provide comprehensive benefits and perks. Our full-time employees based in the US enjoy benefits like Unlimited PTO, a remote-first environment, significant employer contributions to health plans, a monthly wellness stipend, generous parental leave, 401k matching, fitness partnerships, fertility benefits, One Medical membership, and citibike membership.

As a remote-first company, our priority is selecting the best person for the job, regardless of their location.

Your work at The Block will have a significant impact. Independent reporting and technical research are vital to pushing the evolution of financial systems, and your contribution will influence the future of financial services.

What Else Should You Know?

The Block is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates receive consideration for employment regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

During our application process, we collect completely anonymous diversity information. Providing this information is optional, but it assists us in ensuring diverse talent acquisition and taking action where improvement is needed. We strive to utilize this data to provide a supportive interview process and offer the necessary tools and resources to all employees who choose to join The Block.