Principal Analyst – Capital Markets Technology

Principal Analyst – Capital Markets Technology
Job Type: Perm
Salary: £125,000 – £160,000 GBP / $155,000 – $220,000 USD
Location: London or New York (Hybrid: 2–3 days onsite per week)

Consultant: Toby Day

 

The Organisation/Role:

This is a fast-growing, independent research and strategy advisory firm working at the forefront of capital markets transformation. Known for its clarity of thinking, commercial insight and focus on innovation, the firm partners with global investment banks, market infrastructure providers, asset managers and fintech vendors to help them navigate change and unlock growth.

Operating across Europe and North America, the firm delivers a mix of subscription-based research, bespoke consulting, data products and market intelligence. With a track record of influencing major technology decisions and vendor strategies, they are recognised as a trusted voice in financial services.

This is an opportunity to join a lean, high-impact team, where your insights directly shape strategic decisions at board level.

 

The Role

As Principal Analyst, you will take a lead role in defining and delivering research and advisory projects across either trading systems or post-trade innovation. You will advise global clients on technology adoption, vendor strategy and market positioning.

You will develop a research agenda aligned to client demand, publish thought leadership, lead strategy workshops, and support a range of high-impact engagements – from vendor benchmarking to system selection.

This is a hands-on, visible role that blends intellectual depth with commercial and client-facing impact.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Shape and lead a research agenda focused on capital markets technologies (front or back office).
• Produce detailed reports, vendor landscapes, and primary research based on client needs and industry shifts.
• Deliver client-facing presentations, strategy workshops, and bespoke consulting assignments.
• Support go-to-market efforts with insight-driven pitches, RFP responses, and strategic partnerships.
• Act as a subject matter expert in briefings, panels, webinars, and industry events.

 

What We’re Looking For

• 10+ years’ experience in capital markets, financial technology, or consulting.
• Proven expertise in trading technology or post-trade operations, ideally across both buy- and sell-side.
• Familiarity with vendor ecosystems, market infrastructure, and the emerging fintech landscape.
• Exceptional writing, research and storytelling skills – ability to turn complex topics into clear value.
• Strong presence with the confidence to speak at events and advise senior leadership.
• Experience in a research, strategy, advisory or product leadership role is preferred.
• A proactive, analytical mindset with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary and performance bonus
• Equity potential for long-term contributors
• Hybrid working (London or New York-based)
• Exposure to senior global clients and cutting-edge tech themes
• Flexible and supportive culture focused on insight and excellence
• Opportunities to grow your public profile through publishing and speaking

 

The Digital Recruitment Company is an Employment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.

To apply for this role please contact us at:

Toby Day

0203 640 2133

toby@digitalrecruitmentcompany.com

www.digitalrecruitmentcompany.com