Senior Marketing Associate (IPO Pitch Team)

About Us:
At Nasdaq, we’re at the heart of the capital markets ecosystem, offering an unparalleled opportunity to engage with every private company looking to IPO in the U.S. Our team is at the forefront of helping companies navigate their journey to becoming publicly listed through crafting compelling stories that highlight the unique value Nasdaq brings to each business.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated Marketing Associate to join our dynamic IPO Pitch Team. This role is ideal for someone with 3+ years of experience who is passionate about the most innovative growth businesses in the world and thrives at the intersection of strategy, storytelling, and marketing. You will act as the quarterback for IPO pitches, helping create persuasive presentations and proposals for private companies preparing to go public and listed companies considering switching exchanges.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Storytelling: Craft engaging narratives and strategic value propositions for pitches, proposals, and RFPs, positioning Nasdaq as the ideal exchange partner and telling our clients’ stories in a way that feels authentic to their brands.
• Visual Collateral: Develop visually compelling marketing and sales collateral using PowerPoint, Canva, and other design tools that bring complex ideas to life.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with IPO directors, relationship managers, and other internal stakeholders to understand client needs and create customized presentations that set a new standard for how we communicate through pitch decks. at every step of the IPO journey.
• Market Research: Stay informed on capital markets trends, private companies’ business initiatives, industry themes, and competitor positioning to inform strategy and messaging.
• Case Studies: Develop case studies that make the ‘Why Nasdaq’ story feel resonant, tangible, and meaningful.
• High-Volume Production: Manage a fast-paced workflow, contributing to hundreds of pitch documents annually for private companies, existing listed companies, and potential switch clients.
• Brand Consistency: Ensure all materials align with Nasdaq’s brand voice and visual guidelines.
• Critical Thinking: Provide insights and recommendations that enhance our value proposition, backed by thorough analysis and research. 
• In-Office Expectation: 4 days per week on-site.

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of relevant experience in consulting, marketing, journalism, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of capital markets, IPOs, and the financial landscape.
• Exceptional storytelling skills with the ability to simplify complex concepts and write persuasively, with clarity and humanity.
• Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint and Canva; experience with other graphic tools is a plus.
• Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strategic thinker who brings fresh ideas and isn’t afraid to offer an opinion.
• Thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Passion for working with innovative private companies on the brink of going public.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. 

Why Join Us?

This role offers the unique opportunity to engage with some of the most exciting companies entering the public markets. You’ll be a key player in shaping how Nasdaq presents its value proposition while working in a collaborative, innovative, and fast-paced environment. 

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

What We Offer

We’re proud to offer a competitive rewards package that is meaningful, recognizes the unique needs of our employees and their families and incentivizes employees for their contribution to Nasdaq’s overall success.

The base pay range for this role is $75,000 - $100,000. In addition to base salary, Nasdaq provides a generous annual bonus/commission (short-term incentive), and equity (long-term incentive), comprehensive benefits, and opportunity for growth. Exact compensation may vary based on